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    • August 29, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • 1301 Cowan Road Griffin, GA 30233
    • 7
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    Pickleball 101 for Beginners   

    with Darin Kourajian 

    Saturday, August 29

    9:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M.

    Class Duration: 90 minutes

    Class Recommended for: Beginners up to 3.0

    Class Fee: $25

    Class Limits: Minimum 3/Maximum 8

    Class Instructor: Darin Kourajian

    100 Series - Beginner Pickleball 

    (Please Read Course Description Before Signing up)

    Series Description: New and inexperienced players will participate in fun drills and instructor guided games to learn basic pickleball shots and strategies. Instructors will demonstrate drills that can be done outside of class to enhance skill development. 

    Class: Pickleball 101

    Focus: Intro to Pickleball fundamentals

    This course covers:

    1) Brief review of scoring and rules

    2) Correct ball striking location and proper paddle positioning

    3) Basic forehand and backhand strokes

    4) Basic gameplay and strategy

    5) Instructor guided drills/games with individual constructive critique

    • August 29, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • 1301 Cowan Road Griffin, GA 30233
    • 8
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    Pickleball 201 Class with Darin Kourajian

       Saturday, August 29th, 11:00 A.M. 

    $25.00 Per Person

    90 Minute Class

    Minimum of Three (3) students
    and a maximum of Eight (8) students.

    PB 200 Series for Intermediate Players

    (Please Read Course Description Before Signing up)

    Course Description: Players who enroll in this course will continue to develop the fundamental skills learned in the 100 series (or from previous playing experience). Subsequent sessions are aimed at incorporating skills gained in previous classes. Instructors will demonstrate drills that can be done outside of class to enhance skill development. Although all classes are not required, taking them in all in sequence is the best method for improving.

    Students should possess the following skills before enrolling in a 200-level class:

    · Be 3.0 or higher skill level

    · Have a basic understanding of the fundamentals covered in the 100 series including dinking, volleying, third shots, serving, and returning

    Class: Pickleball 201

    Focus: 3rd/4th/5th shot technique and strategy

    This course covers:

    1) 3rd shot drops and drives technique and strategy

    2) Topspin 

    3) 4th shot pressure 

    4) Approaching the kitchen/5th shot strategy

    5) Instructor guided modified games with individual constructive critique

    • September 05, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • 1301 Cowan Road Griffin, GA 30233
    • 8
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    (Please Read Course Description Before Signing up)


    Pickleball 102

    with Darin Kourajian

    September 5 at 9:00am - 10:30am.


    Focus:  Playing at the kitchen (Non volley zone).

    1) Dinking technique and footwork.

    2) Volleying

    3) Court positioning and playing with a partner

    4) Learning how and when to attack and be offensive

    5) Instructor guided modified games with individual constructive critique

    Class Duration: 90 minutes

    Recommended for: Beginners up to 3.0

    Class Fee $25

    Class Limits:  Minimum 3 /Max 8

    Class Instructor: Darin Kourajian

    100 Series Description: New and inexperienced players will participate in fun drills and instructor guided games to learn basic pickleball shots and strategies. Instructors will demonstrate drills that can be done outside of class to enhance skill development. Although all classes are not required, taking them in all in sequence for improves your chances of success.


    • September 05, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • 1301 Cowan Road Griffin, GA 30233
    • 8
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    (Please Read Course Description Before Signing up)



    Pickleball 202

    with Darin Kourajian

    Saturday, Sept. 5 11:00am - 12:30pm


    Focus: Playing with a partner; dinking

    This course covers:

    1) Team positioning, movement and court coverage

    2) Communication and court awareness

    3) Forehand dominance

    4) Offensive and defensive dinking strategies

    5) Instructor guided drills/games with individual constructive critique

    Class Duration: 90 minutes

    Class Recommended for: Intermediate, 3.0 - 3.75

    Class Fee $25

    Class Limits:

    Minimum 3 /Max 8

    Class Instructor: Darin Kourajian

    Pickleball 200 Series

    Course Description: Players who enroll in this course will continue to develop the fundamental skills learned in the 100 series (or from previous playing experience). Subsequent sessions are aimed at incorporating skills gained in previous classes. Instructors will demonstrate drills that can be done outside of class to enhance skill development. Although all classes are not required, taking them in all in sequence is the best method for improving.

    Students should possess the following skills before enrolling in a 200-level class:

    · Be 3.0 or higher skill level

    · Be able to maintain a 5-6 shot rally with regularity

    · Have a basic understanding of the fundamentals covered in the 100 series including dinking, volleying, third shots, serving, and returning


    • September 09, 2026
    • 6:30 PM
    • 1301 Cowan Road Griffin, GA 30233
    • 63
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    SCPA September Moneyball-Round Robin


     We're hosting our
    2nd Moneyball Round Robin
     at Wyomia Tyus Park

    where the topsh prizes.

    Join us for an evening
    of fun and competition.

    September 9, 2026
    $30 per player

    Women's Doubles Fixed Partner

    Men's Doubles Fixed Partner 

    Level 1 DUPR max of 3.2

    Level 2 DUPR less than 3.8

    Level 3 (Any DUPR)


    6 teams total each division.

    No DUPR reported

    Start time
    6:30 pm (6:00 pm Sign In)

    SCPA membership is not required
    to participate.

    You will need a partner's name to register.

    Registration closes Friday, Sept 4th @ 6:00 P.M.

    Registered players who cannot play
    are expected to find their own substitute.
    Subs are not required to be SCPA members.

    Refunds will not be available.

     When you check in, you will be
    assigned a court with your partner. 

    *Scoring is based on Overall Match Wins. Ties will be broken by Head to Head/Point Differential. And/Or Total Cumulative Points earned.

    • September 19, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • 1301 Cowan Road Griffin, GA 30233
    • 8
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    (Please Read Course Description Before Signing up)

    Pickleball 103

    with Darin Kourajian

    Sept 19 at 9:00a.m

    Focus: Serving and baseline skills

    This course covers:

    1) Serve and return technique and positioning

    2) Third shot drives and drops: technique, form and purpose

    3) Approaching the kitchen line properly

    4) Instructor guided drills/games with individual constructive critique

    Class Duration: 90 minutes

    Recommended for: Beginners up to 3.0

    Class Fee $25

    Class Limits:  Minimum 3 /Max 8

    Class Instructor: Darin Kourajian

    Series Description: New and inexperienced players will participate in fun drills and instructor guided games to learn basic pickleball shots and strategies. Instructors will demonstrate drills that can be done outside of class to enhance skill development. Although all classes are not required, taking them in all in sequence for improves your chances of success.

    • September 19, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • 1301 Cowan Road Griffin, GA 30233
    • 8
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    (Please Read Course Description Before Signing up)


    Pickleball 203

    with Darin Kourajian

    September 19 11:00am

    Focus: The fast game.Employing pressure and defending against it.

    This course covers:

    1) Defending against “bangers”

    2) Learn when to speed up and how to defend

    3) Volleying and “fast hands” drills

    4) Applying pressure

    5) Instructor guided modified games with individual constructive critique

    Class Duration: 90 minutes

    Class Recommended for: Intermediate, 3.0 - 3.75

    Class Fee $25

    Class Limits:

    Minimum 3 /Max 8

    Class Instructor: Darin Kourajian


    Pickleball 200 Series

    Course Description: Players who enroll in this course will continue to develop the fundamental skills learned in the 100 series (or from previous playing experience). Subsequent sessions are aimed at incorporating skills gained in previous classes. Instructors will demonstrate drills that can be done outside of class to enhance skill development. Although all classes are not required, taking them in all in sequence is the best method for improving.

    Students should possess the following skills before enrolling in a 200-level class:

    · Be 3.0 or higher skill level

    · Be able to keep score

    · Know correct court position when serving, returning, and after scoring

    · Be able to get at least 80% of serves in.

    · Be able to maintain a 5-6 shot rally with regularity

    · Be able to keep at least 50% of third shots in play

    · Have a basic understanding of the fundamentals covered in the 100 series including dinking, volleying, third shots, serving, and returning


    • September 26, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • 1301 Cowan Road Griffin, GA 30233
    • 8
    Register
    (Please Read Course Description Before Signing up)


    Pickleball 104

    with Darin Kourajian

    Sept. 26 at 9:00am


    Focus:  Defense


    1) Blocking at the Non-Volley Zone and transition zone

    2) Different types of blocks (drop block, punch volley, resets)

    3) Court positioning

    4) Reading opponent’s intentions

    5) Avoiding hitting out balls

    6) Drills and modified games to practice defensive skills

    Class Duration: 90 minutes

    Class Recommended for: Beginners, up to 3.0

    Class Fee $25

    Class Limits: Minimum 3 /Max 8

    Class Instructor: Darin Kourajian

    Series Description: New and inexperienced players will participate in fun drills and instructor guided games to learn basic pickleball shots and strategies. Instructors will demonstrate drills that can be done outside of class to enhance skill development. Although all classes are not required, taking them in all in sequence for improves your chances of success.

    • September 26, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • 1301 Cowan Road Griffin, GA 30233
    • 8
    Register
    (Please Read Course Description Before Signing up)


    Pickleball 204

    Focus: Serve/return techniques, lobs, and spin

    This course covers:

    1) Serve and return strategy and placement

    2) Introduction to slice and backspin

    3) Lobs: executing and defending

    4) Instructor guided modified games with individual constructive critique

    Class Duration: 90 minutes

    Class Recommended for: Intermediate, 3.0 - 3.75

    Class Fee $25

    Class Limits:

    Minimum 3 /Max 8

    Class Instructor: Darin Kourajian


    Pickleball 200 Series

    Course Description: Players who enroll in this course will continue to develop the fundamental skills learned in the 100 series (or from previous playing experience). Subsequent sessions are aimed at incorporating skills gained in previous classes. Instructors will demonstrate drills that can be done outside of class to enhance skill development. Although all classes are not required, taking them in all in sequence is the best method for improving.

    Students should possess the following skills before enrolling in a 200-level class:

    · Be 3.0 or higher skill level

    · Be able to maintain a 5-6 shot rally with regularity

    · Have a basic understanding of the fundamentals covered in the 100 series including dinking, volleying, third shots, serving, and returning


    • October 10, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    • 1301 Cowan Road Griffin, GA 30233
    • 8
    Register
    (Please Read Course Description Before Signing up)


    Pickleball 205

    with Darin Kourajian 

    Saturday, October 10 at 11:00am

    Focus: Transition zone play and defense

    This course covers:

    1) Resetting from the air and off the bounce

    2) Knowing when to advance and retreat

    3) Defending smashes

    4) Recovering from hitting popups

    5) Instructor guided modified games with individual constructive critique

    Class Duration: 90 minutes

    Class Recommended for: Intermediate, 3.0 - 3.75

    Class Fee $25

    Class Limits: Minimum 3 /Max 8

    Class Instructor: Darin Kourajian

    Pickleball 200 Series

    Course Description: Players who enroll in this course will continue to develop the fundamental skills learned in the 100 series (or from previous playing experience). Subsequent sessions are aimed at incorporating skills gained in previous classes. Instructors will demonstrate drills that can be done outside of class to enhance skill development. Although all classes are not required, taking them in all in sequence is the best method for improving.

    Students should possess the following skills before enrolling in a 200-level class:

    · Be 3.0 or higher skill level

    · Be able to maintain a 5-6 shot rally with regularity

    · Have a basic understanding of the fundamentals covered in the 100 series including dinking, volleying, third shots, serving, and returning