Check back for more information about 2025 lessons put on in conjunction with Inland Northwest Pickleball Club! Below is the International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association rating breakdown: 

Skill level definitions: IPTPA Rating Skills Assessment – IPTPA Pickle Ball Association

Rating level 1.0 to 2.0 (Beginner)

This player has never played pickleball and has no other sports background.

May have a minimal understanding of the rules.

 Rating level 2.0 to 2.5

This player has limited experience. Can sustain a short rally with players of equal ability. Basic ability to keep score and has a basic knowledge of the rules and how to keep score.

 Rating level 2.5 to 3.0

This player has gained the ability to consistently hit a shot with forehand and backhand, serve and return balls, and is starting to control their dinking and getting a 3rd shot drop over the net. They are able to volley shots with increasing control and is knowledgeable of the fundamental strategy of play.

 Rating level 3.0 to 3.5

This player is consistently controlling the depth and pace of their forehand and backhand shots as well as their serve and return of serve shots. They are increasing consistency and use of dinking and their 3rd shot drops. Controlling medium paced volleys. They are advancing to the non-volley zone quickly and using proper court positioning.