suncoast pickleball boot CAMP #2
May 19-24, 2024

At the Montreat Conference Center in Montreat, NC

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You don't want to miss this camp!

Featuring

CAMP PROS

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John Sperling
Scott Tingley
Steve Cole
Jay Jaudon
Clare Grabher
Linda Thompson
Mindy Yoder
Jennifer Butler

Everything you NEED for training, in one place.

This all-inclusive camp includes training, meals, lodging, and evening socials.  Have fun mingling with the pros and players while enhancing your pickleball skills.

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ACTIVITIES What we offer at camp

PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTION

The camp instructors are both pros and top-level players who are experienced with a solid training background. They cater their instruction methods to all levels of play and provide quality instruction combined with drills to advance your game.

PRIVATE LESSONS

Work directly with the pro, or in small groups of 2, 3, or 4. Private lessons with the pros are an additional fee that is not included with your camp fees. The pros set their rates, make their schedule, and collect their fees.

PLAY WITH A PRO

Get on the court to play with and against a Pro while getting an immediate critique of your play and suggestions on shot selection.  With this unique approach, you will gain an understanding of the strategies to use in order to win the point. 

FOOD

Enjoy buffet style food featuring a variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner favorites, including a full salad and dessert bar. Gluten free, vegetarian, and other dietary restriction foods are available.

LODGING

Relax after a day on the courts in comfortable hotel room type accommodations with king, queen, and twin beds, full baths, and cleaning service upon request.

SOCIALS

Have fun and mingle with the players and pros featuring live bands, trivia night, board games, texas hold em, country line dancing, the Rachael Kroog Variety Show, and other assorted entertainment events.

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The best place to TRAIN, period.

We provide a top-rated training facility combined with excellent instruction from well-known pros.  The pros are very accessible and able to answer your questions and concerns about improving your Pickleball game.

Suncoast Pickleball Boot Camp
Daily Schedule

*NOTE: Schedule subject to change

Sunday, May 19, 2024

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Player check In & Play on the courts (Get your location and time for Evaluation at Camp Check-In)
2:00 pm - 4 pm Mandatory Player Verification Ratings
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Hotel Check-In/Open Play
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Dinner at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall
6:45 pm - 8:00 pm Campers Welcome at The Barn & Introduction of the Pros

Monday, May 20, 2024

7:00 am Prayer Group - Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am
Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall
8:15 am - 8:30 am Camp Picture at the Courts (wear your camp shirt)
8:30 am - 10:30 am Session 1 - NVZ Fundamentals
10:30 am - 12:15 pm Session 2 - 3rd, 4th, and 5th Shots
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch at the Assembly Inn
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Session 3 -  Volleys & Putaways
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Open Play / Pro Exhibition / Private Lessons
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Dinner at the Assembly Inn
7:00 pm Silent Dance Party at The Barn

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

7:00 am Prayer Group Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am - 8:15 am Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall
8:15 am - 8:30 am Warm Ups at the Courts
8:30 am - 10:30 am Session 4 - Mastering the Transition Area
10:30 am - 12:15 pm Session 5 - Blocks & Handling the Hard Hit Ball
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch at The Assembly Inn
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Session 6 - Serve & Return + Lobs & Overheads
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Open Play/Pro Exhibition/Private Lessons
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Dinner at The Assembly Inn
7:00 pm Social - Band Night with Crosscut Groove at the Barn

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

7:00 am Prayer Group Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am - 8:15 am Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall

8:15 am - 8:30 am Warm Ups at the Courts
8:30 am - 10:30 am Session 7 - NVZ Offense
10:30 am - 12:15 pm Session 8 - Partner Strategies
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch at The Assembly Inn
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Session 9 - Player’s Choice/Putting it All Together!/Play with a Pro
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Open Play/Pro Exhibition/Private Lessons
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Dinner at The Assembly Inn Dining Hall
7:00 pm Social - Country Line Dancing with Coach Russell at The Barn

Thursday, May 23, 2024

7:00 am Prayer Group Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am - 8:30 am Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall
8:30 am - 9:00 am MLP-style Team Tournament Demonstration
8:30 am - 12:15 pm MLP-style Team Tournament
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch at The Assembly Inn
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Session 10 - Q&A with the Pros / Wrapping up the camp
2:30 pm - 5:00 pm Open Play and Private Lessons with the Pros
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Night on the Town - Dinner on your own in Black Mountain (CLICK HERE for a list of great Black Mountain Restaurants)
6:30 pm-8:30 pm Boot Camp Party with Live Music at The Railyard BLK MTN located at 141 Richardson Blvd
Black Mountain, NC 28711

Friday, May 24, 2024

7:00 am Prayer Group Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am Breakfast at Assembly Inn Dining Hall

OPTIONS:
8:00 am - 10:30 pm Private Lessons available (see the Pro to book your lesson)
8:00 am - 10:30 am Open Play

11:00 am Check out of Hotel
12:00 pm Camp Ends!!! Thanks for attending!!!

Lodging and Dining Facility

Montreat Assembly Inn on Lake Susan at Suncoast Pickleball Boot Camp in Montreat North Carolina

Montreat Conference Center

401 Assembly Drive • Montreat, NC 28757

The Galax Dining Room at the Assembly Inn offers a variety of items for each meal.  All meals are served buffet-style in the large dining room, and there are additional seating options in the tea garden or on Wharton Porch.  Meal cards will be distributed to you at check-in and are required to enter the dining room.  Vegetarian entrée and gluten-free options are available. Due to shared dining rooms, groups may have reserved seating at every scheduled meal.

Standard breakfast fare includes eggs, biscuits, breakfast meat, and hot cereal as well as a selection of cold cereals, pastry items, yogurt, and fruit. Iced tea, regular & decaf coffee, and assorted juices accompany every breakfast.

Lunch and dinner options include meats, vegetables, starches, homemade soups, and a full salad bar (fresh veggies, lettuces, hummus, prepared salads, etc.). The beverage selection includes iced tea, water, milk, and regular and decaf coffee. A selection of desserts accompanies every meal.

Montreat uses no meat items in the preparation of our vegetables & starches. All soups (unless noted) are vegetarian, and our meats (unless breaded) are all-natural & gluten-free. Canola oil is used for frying and sautéing, and dairy-free margarine is used in our side dish preparations. Soy & almond milk are offered with each meal.

GALAXY DINING ROOM MEAL TIMES:
Breakfast: 7:30 am - 8:30 am

Lunch: 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Dinner: 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm

GIFT SHOP & STORE

We proudly serve Starbucks Coffee™, including signature products such as their Frappuccino™.

The gift shop offers a wide variety of merchandise. 

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Fun & Entertainment SOCIALS

NOTE: Socials are subject to change due to scheduling and unforeseen circumstances.

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  • Monday - Silent Dance Party

    At The Barn from 7 pm to 9 pm

    Mingle with the pros, staff, and players at the Barn and enjoy the silent music event to kick off the fun-filled week of Pickleball training.  The silent music event is where people dance to music while listening to music broadcast via a transmitter.  Wireless headphones worn by the participants pick up the signal. Those without headphones hear no music, giving the effect of a room full of people dancing without music.

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  • Wednesday - Country Line Dancing with Coach Russell

    Line Dancing with Coach Russell in The Barn from 7 pm to 9 pm

    Step into the Barn for a night of boot-scootin' fun as Coach Russell hosts Country Line Dancing!  Dust off your boots and grab your hat as we kick up our heels to the twang of country tunes. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, Coach Russell will have you dancing like a pro in no time. So grab your friends, bring your best moves, and let's two-step the night away in the heart of the countryside. Yeehaw!

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choose a training option that works for you. pricing

INSTRUCTION ONLY

$ 1,049
per Person
  • Instruction
  • Play with a Pro
  • Camp T-Shirt
  • Lunch (Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Ratings Evaluation Clinic
  • Open Play
  • Camp Tournament
  • Hike to Mount Lookout
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COMMUTER WITH MEALS

$1,149 per Person
  • Instruction
  • Play with a Pro
  • Camp T-Shirt
  • Socials
  • Breakfast (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, & Fri)
  • Lunch (Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Dinner (Sun, Mon, Tue, & Wed)
  • Ratings Evaluation Clinic
  • Open Play
  • Camp Tournament
  • Hike to Mount Lookout
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SINGLE PRIVATE ROOM

$1,679 per Person
  • Instruction
  • Play with a Pro
  • Camp T-Shirt
  • Socials
  • Breakfast (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, & Fri)
  • Lunch (Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Dinner (Sun, Mon, Tue, & Wed)
  • Lodging (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Ratings Evaluation Clinic
  • Open Play
  • Camp Tournament
  • Hike to Mount Lookout

DOUBLE OCCUPANCY *

$1,359 per Person
  • Instruction
  • Play with a Pro
  • Camp T-Shirt
  • Socials
  • Breakfast (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, & Fri)
  • Lunch (Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Dinner (Sun, Mon, Tue, & Wed)
  • Lodging (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Ratings Evaluation Clinic
  • Open Play
  • Camp Tournament
  • Hike to Mount Lookout

COUPLES

$2,718 per Couple
  • Instruction
  • Play with a Pro
  • Camp T-Shirt
  • Socials
  • Breakfast (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, & Fri)
  • Lunch (Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Dinner (Sun, Mon, Tue, & Wed)
  • Lodging (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Ratings Evaluation Clinic
  • Open Play
  • Camp Tournament
  • Hike to Mount Lookout

COUPLES WITH 1 Participating

$2,089 per Couple
  • Instruction
  • Play with a Pro
  • Camp T-Shirt
  • Socials
  • Breakfast (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, & Fri)
  • Lunch (Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Dinner (Sun, Mon, Tue, & Wed)
  • Lodging (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Ratings Evaluation Clinic
  • Open Play
  • Camp Tournament
  • Hike to Mount Lookout

* We will not assign roommates for double occupancy rooms. If you sign up for Double Occupancy without a roommate and cannot be matched with a roommate when rooms are assigned, then you are subject to the Private Room rate.

Need to discuss your plan?  Get in touch to see what option is best for you.

MONTREAT WEATHER

Announcements

Check here for updates and announcements about the camp.  During camp, daily announcements will be posted under the announcements on your camp's website, texted to your cell phone, and on the white boards in the Montreat Conference Center, and on the corkboards in the Bill Wilde Tennis Center.


SCPB CAMP #2 Announcements Friday, 5-24-24

Thank you for attending camp.  You are the most important part of camp and we hope to see you in the future.  We are always here for you, so do not hesitate to contact us.  Have a safe trip home!

EVALUATIONS
We will send you an evaluation of your camp experience this week.  Your feedback is crucial in helping us improve and provide the best experience possible. Please take a few moments to share your thoughts and suggestions on the evaluation. Your insights make a big difference and help us create a better camp for everyone.

TURKS AND CAICOS TRIP
Don't miss the Pickleball in Paradise Trip!  This will be a fantastic getaway with great training featuring Coach Russell with Leesa and John Walker.  Enjoy relaxing activities while getting pickleball training. See Coach Russell or Norm to Sign Up Today!  Here is the link for more information:
https://suncoastpickleball.com/turks-and-caicos/

OPEN PLAY AND PRO LESSONS
Open Play and Pro Lessons are available at the courts from 7 am to 10:30 am

HOTEL CHECK OUT
Check out at the hotel is 11 am.  There is a $135 fee charged by Montreat for anyone who has not checked out of their room by 11 am.  Please let the front desk know that you have checked out and give them your room number so they can get started on cleaning the rooms.

We hope you enjoyed your time at our camp.  Practice your drills to improve your Pickleball skills.  Thank you for attending!


SCPB CAMP Announcements Thursday, 5-23-24

MMLP TOURNAMENT
You have been drafted!!! Come to the Tennis Center at 8:30 am to get a demo of how to play the MLP tournament, determine your team, and strategize with your coach. This is a fun-filled tournament where you can show your skills and utilize the training you have received this week. Let's go, team!

RAFFLE PRIZES UNCLAIMED
We still have some unclaimed raffle prizes. There will be a redraw, so get your raffle ticket ready!!! Come by the prize table at the Tennis Center to match your ticket and see if you are a winner!

TRAINING SESSIONS
MLP Style Tournament
Q&A with the Pros / Wrapping up the camp

THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2024
DAILY SCHEDULE
7:00 am Prayer Group Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am - 8:30 am Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall
8:30 am - 9:30 am MLP-style Team Tournament Draft and Demonstration
9:30 am - 12:30 pm MLP-style Team Tournament
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Lunch at The Assembly Inn
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Session 10 - Q&A with the Pros / Wrapping up the camp
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Open Play and Private Lessons with the Pros
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Night on the Town (A list of great Black Mountain Restaurants will be listed on the website at
https://j4t51e.p3cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BMT-Restaurants.pdf)
6:30 pm-8:30 pm Boot Camp Party with Live Music at
The Railyard BLK MTN
141 Richardson Blvd
Black Mountain, NC 28711

SOCIAL TONIGHT
Night on the Town - Have dinner on your own in Black Mountain. Click the link for a list of great Black Mountain Restaurants: https://j4t51e.p3cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BMT-Restaurants.pdf
Boot Camp Party with Live Music at
The Railyard BLK MTN
141 Richardson Blvd
Black Mountain, NC 28711

TURKS AND CAICOS TRIP
Don't miss the Pickleball in Paradise Trip! This will be a fantastic getaway with great training featuring Coach Russell with Leesa and John Walker. Enjoy relaxing activities while getting pickleball training. See Coach Russell or Norm to Sign Up Today! Click the link for more information: https://suncoastpickleball.com/turks-and-caicos-2024/

WEATHER
Cloudy early with thunderstorms developing later in the day. Gusty winds and small hail are possible. High 76F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 60%.
High in mid 70s
Low in upper 60s
60% chance of rain in the late afternoon
Winds light and variable SW 5 mph
Don’t forget to wear sunscreen

DON'T FORGET PRIVATE PRO LESSON AND DEMO PADDLES
This is a great way to enhance your player skills and get personalized training. Do a one-on-one or small group with a pro. Contact the pros for rates, schedules. You won't get a chance like this to be around so many different pros, so take advantage and get specialized training today!

Click here for pro contact information: https://suncoastpickleball.com/camp-2-2024/#pro-contact-info


SCPB CAMP Announcements Wednesday, 5-22-24

TRAINING SESSIONS
Session 7 - NVZ Offense
Session 8 - Partner Strategies
Session 9 - Player’s Choice/Putting it All Together!/Play with a Pro

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2024
7:00 am Prayer Group Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am - 8:15 am Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall
8:15 am - 8:30 am Warm Ups at the Courts
8:30 am - 10:30 am Session 7 - NVZ Offense
10:30 am - 12:15 pm Session 8 - Partner Strategies
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch at The Assembly Inn
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Session 9 - Player’s Choice/Putting it All Together!/Play with a Pro
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Open Play/Pro Exhibition/Private Lessons
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Dinner at The Assembly Inn Dining Hall
7:00 pm Social - Country Line Dancing with Coach Russell at The Barn

WEATHER
Partly Cloudy with patches of sun.
High in mid 70s
Low in upper 50s
15% chance of rain
Winds light and variable SSW 5 to 10 mph
Don’t forget to wear sunscreen

SOCIAL TONIGHT
Join Coach Russell at 7 pm in the Barn for Country Line Dancing
 

TURKS AND CAICOS TRIP
Don't miss the Pickleball in Paradise Trip!  This will be a fantastic getaway with great training featuring Coach Russell with Leesa and John Walker.  Enjoy relaxing activities while getting pickleball training. See Coach Russell or Norm to Sign Up Today!  Click the link for more information: https://suncoastpickleball.com/turks-and-caicos-2024/

DON'T FORGET PRIVATE PRO LESSON AND DEMO PADDLES
This is a great way to enhance your player skills and get personalized training. Do a one-on-one or small group with a pro. Contact the pros for rates and schedules. You won't get a chance like this to be around so many different pros, so take advantage and get specialized training today!

Click here for pro contact information:
https://suncoastpickleball.com/camp-2-2024/#pro-contact-info


SCPB CAMP #2 Announcements Tuesday, 5-21-24

TRAINING SESSIONS
Session 4 - Mastering the Transition Area
Session 5 - Blocks & Handling the Hard Hit Ball
Session 6 - Serve & Return + Lobs & Overheads

DAILY SCHEDULE
TUESDAY, MAY 21, 2024
7:00 am Prayer Group Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am - 8:15 am Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall
8:15 am - 8:30 am Warm Ups at the Courts
8:30 am - 10:30 am Session 4 - Mastering the Transition Area
10:30 am - 12:15 pm Session 5 - Blocks & Handling the Hard Hit Ball
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch at The Assembly Inn
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Session 6 - Serve & Return + Lobs & Overheads
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Open Play/Pro Exhibition/Private Lessons
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Dinner at The Assembly Inn
7:00 pm Social - Band Night with Crosscut Groove at the Barn

RAFFLE
The pros have been very generous and provided some nice gifts for raffle prizes.  Get your raffle ticket ready!!! Raffle tickets will be drawn this morning, so come by the prize table to match your ticket and see if you are a winner!

SOCIAL TONIGHT
Come to the Barn to dance and hear live music with Crosscut Groove Band.  Crosscut Groove Band is a five-piece R&B band that will have you dancing and reminiscing about the great music of the 20th century. Click the link for more information on Crosscut Groove: https://crosscutgroove.com/

WEATHER
High in lower 70s
Low in upper 50s
46% chance of rain
Cloudy with showers
Winds light and variable SSE4 mph
Don’t forget to wear sunscreen

TURKS AND CAICOS TRIP
Don't miss the Pickleball in Paradise Trip!  This will be a fantastic getaway with great training featuring Coach Russell with Leesa and John Walker.  Enjoy relaxing activities while getting pickleball training. See Coach Russell or Norm to Sign Up Today!

DON'T FORGET PRIVATE PRO LESSON AND DEMO PADDLES
This is a great way to enhance your player skills and get personalized training.  Do a 1-on-1 lesson or small group with a pro.  Contact the pros for rates, schedules.  

Click here for pro contact information: https://suncoastpickleball.com/camp-2-2024/#pro-contact-info


SCPB CAMP #2 Announcements: Monday, 5-20-24

  • Group picture will be taken on the courts at 8:15 am. Wear your camp shirt for the picture.
  • Groups are posted on the website at https://suncoastpickleball.com/camp-2-2024/#player-groups (scroll to the bottom of the page under Player Groups – be sure to refresh your browser to see new information), at the courts, and on the whiteboards in the Assembly Inn
  • Group Rotation Schedule is posted on the website, at the courts, and on the whiteboards in the Assembly Inn
    • Find your group, move to the right, and look at the top row to determine the courts and pro for your session
  • Reminder: Put your name on the back of your meal ticket, your notebook, and your raffle ticket in case they get misplaced
  • A QR Code has been posted on the whiteboards at the Assembly Inn and at the courts so you can scan it to view the daily schedule and announcements
  • Social Tonight – Silent Dance Party at 7 pm in the Barn.

WEATHER
High in mid 70s
Low in upper 50s
Partly-Cloudy to Cloudy
24% chance of rain
Winds light and variable E5 mph
Don’t forget to wear sunscreen

TRAINING SESSIONS
Session 1 - Dinking Strategies and Drills
Session 2 - 3rd and 5th Shots – Advancing to the Net
Session 3 - Volleys and Putaways

DAILY SCHEDULE
7:00 am Prayer Group - Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall
8:15 am - 8:30 am Camp Picture at the Courts (wear your camp shirt)
8:30 am - 10:30 am Session 1 - NVZ Fundamentals
10:30 am - 12:15 pm Session 2 - 3rd, 4th, and 5th Shots
12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch at the Assembly Inn
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Session 3 - Volleys & Putaways
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Open Play / Pro Exhibition / Private Lessons
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Dinner at the Assembly Inn
7:00 pm Silent Dance Party at The Barn

TRASH
Please do not leave trash on the courts. Put your trash in the trash cans. There is a trash can by the steps outside the Tennis Center, at the far end of the courts by the table, and inside the tennis center. If you are inclined to recycle anything like plastic, metal, paper, etc., there is a recycling bin inside the tennis center.

LOST AND FOUND
Lost and found items will be put on the table as you enter the Tennis Center.

ICE AND WATER
There are orange igloo coolers of ice water available for you to put water in your water bottle. Please do not dip your water bottle or put your hand in the cooler to get ice. There is a cooler with ice and a pitcher and scoop inside the Tennis Center. Use the pitcher or scoop to get ice for your water bottle.

DON'T FORGET PRIVATE PRO LESSON AND DEMO PADDLES
This is a great way to enhance your playing skills and get personalized training. You can do a one-on-one or small group with a pro. Contact the pros for rates and schedules.

Some of the pros may have demo paddles available. This is a good opportunity to try out different paddles. See who has demo paddles and contact the pros at the link below:

CLICK HERE for Pro Contact Information


5-4-24: The scheduled curriculum has been updated for each session.   CLICK HERE to view the schedule.

The Pro Court Assignments have been updated.

Player Group Rotation has been updated.


4-11-24: Jenny Butler will instruct at Camp #2 and take the place of Laura Fenton Kovanda, who will be instructing at Camp #1.


GetReadyForMontreat2024!!!

Camp #2 starts Sunday, 5/19/2024, and here are some links to the website and announcements for you.

Updates will be sent via text and email to your registration form's phone number and email.  If your information has changed, please let us know.  

NOTE: Some cell phone providers block mass text messages, so you should contact your provider before camp to ensure you can get a mass text message. 

In addition, the updates will be posted on this website in the announcements section, which can also be accessed via the link to the camp website or by using the QR Code that will be posted on the white boards in the main lobby upstairs by the check-in desk, and at the Tennis Center. 

Multiple resources are available for camp updates, so if you want to know what's happening at camp, check your resources each morning and throughout the day for updates.

Most of the information about the camp can be found on the website at https://suncoastpickleball.com/camp-2-2024

ADDRESSES
Montreat Conference Center
401 Assembly Drive
Montreat, NC 28757

Bill Wilde Tennis Center
317 Texas Road
Montreat, NC 28757

INDOOR FACILITY - USED IN CASE OF RAIN
Creekside Racquet Club
195 Dogwood Lane
Black Mountain, NC  28711

TRANSPORTATION COMPANIES

There are several transportation companies in the area, including Uber, Lyft, taxis, and other specialized companies, that provide transportation from the Asheville Airport to Montreat, in addition to providing transportation in the Asheville area. 

In the past, many players and pros have had good service from Roger at Asheville Affordable Transportation.  You may call or text him at 828-779-7882 or email him at rogerraaac@gmail.com

CLICK HERE for a list of Asheville Transportation Companies

CAMP CHECK-IN

  • Check-in to the camp begins at 12 noon on Sunday, the first day of your camp, at the Bill Wilde Tennis Center.  After checking in, you can play Pickleball on the courts and warm up for evaluations.
  • Check-in to your hotel room at the Montreat Conference Center starts at 3:00 pm, and you can check in after evaluations.
  • Bring a copy of your camp confirmation and an ID.  Either a physical copy or a copy on your phone will be acceptable.  Your camp confirmation will be emailed to you.
  • Beginning at 2 pm, there will be a mandatory evaluation session.  You must attend this session to be in a group with similar-level players. 
  • After the Evaluation Session, you can check in at the hotel.  Dinner will be from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm, and then we will have announcements at the Barn after dinner.
  • For your convenience, below are some links to get information about the camp.  Click on the heading to get to the website.

CAMP WEBSITE

This includes information about the camp.  Scroll to the bottom of the page to see daily announcements, player groups, and how to contact the pros at that camp for private lessons.

FAQs

Here are some frequently asked questions about camp.  If you have any other questions, please send an email to us.

SCHEDULE

The schedule will provide the training sessions' days, times, and information.  Note the subject is scheduled to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

You will find current announcements about the camp.  These announcements will provide information about the camp or changes to the schedule for the day.

PRIVATE LESSONS WITH THE PROS

The Montreat Pickleball Camp Pros will be available for private and small group lessons on Friday morning and before and after the training sessions. Some instructors may start earlier or later than 8 am. They may also have times available before and after each daily training session. Private and small group lessons are a great way to get personal guidance for developing your Pickleball skills in a private or semi-private setting. These lessons will allow you to receive instruction on the specific skills you want to improve. You can do a session with 1 and a pro, 2 and a pro, 3 and a pro, or 4 and a pro. Each instructor will set their lesson price, make their own reservations, and collect payment for the lesson. It is best to schedule your private lessons before camp because these private lessons generally sell out quickly. Pro contact information is available using the link above or by scrolling to the bottom of the page. Don't miss out on this chance to get private or small group instruction from these superb Pickleball Pros and Trainers!!!

PLAYER GROUP RATING EVALUATIONS

To get everyone in a similar skill set group, players will be evaluated on their self-rated skill set on the Sunday arrival date of your camp. Player evaluation will be from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the courts.  For evaluations, you will play games. The winners will move up a court and split.  The losers will move down a court and split.  At the end of the session, you should be with similar-level players.  Be warmed up and ready to play to be in the right group.

GROUP PICTURE

The group picture will be taken on Monday morning at 8:15 am on the Tennis Courts in Montreat, NC. All participants and Pros are asked to wear their camp shirts for the picture.

GREEN INITIATIVE AT MONTREAT CONFERENCE CENTER

Montreat Conference Center has launched a Green Initiative to reduce waste. As a result, they are requesting that we use water bottles for drinking water instead of paper cups. Don't forget your water bottle so we can work to reduce waste at the Montreat Conference Center.

MEAL CARDS

A meal card will be provided to you for your meals.  You must provide your meal card when entering the Dining Hall, or you may not be able to get into the facility.  You should write your name on the back of your meal card in case it gets lost.  Montreat will not replace lost meal cards.

SUGGESTED ITEMS TO BRING

  • Refillable water bottle (Montreat Conference Center does not provide cups due to a green initiative)
  • Notepad and Pen/Pencil
  • Chair
  • Sunscreen
  • Mosquito/Insect repellent
  • Cooler
  • Light Jacket
  • Warm Ups
  • Hiking Shoes
  • Playing Cards
  • Board Games
  • Plenty of Clothes
  • Other Outside Gear as Needed

WARM-UPS AND STRETCHES ON THE COURTS

Consider doing appropriate stretches, exercises, or a short brisk walk to avoid potential injuries.

HYDRATION & WATER AT THE COURTS

Remember to stay hydrated during camp.  There will be Igloo coolers with ice water at the courts, and you will need a water bottle to drink this water, as noted in the Green Initiative mentioned above.  A separate ice chest with ice will be available to fill your water bottles with ice.  There is a scoop to get the ice from the container into your water bottle.  Please DO NOT dip your water bottle or use your hands to get ice or water out of the containers.  Use the pitcher or scoop to get ice for your water bottle. Consider starting your hydration process before camp to ensure your body is hydrated. 

TRASH
Please do not leave trash on the courts. Put your trash in the trash cans. There is a trash can by the steps outside, at the far end of the courts by the table, and inside the tennis center. If you are inclined to recycle anything like plastic, metal, paper, or glass, there is a recycling bin inside the tennis center.

LOST AND FOUND ITEMS

Lost and found items will be put on a table labeled "Lost & Found" in the Tennis Center.

COVID PROTOCOLS

We will adhere to all Covid protocols mandated by the local and national governments and the Montreat Conference Center.  If there are any changes in the COVID-19 protocols, they will be announced before camp.

If you have Covid symptoms while at camp, you must leave the camp and get a Covid test from a medical provider or health facility. If your test is positive for Covid, it is your responsibility to contact the Suncoast Pickleball Staff by email, phone, or text with your certified test results. To return to camp, you must have documented proof of a negative test from a medical or health facility in addition to a documented recommendation from a doctor that you can return to camp and are not contagious with Covid.

If you get Covid while at camp, you will have to leave the camp, and there will be no refund. Anyone directly exposed to you, such as a roommate or spouse, will have to leave the camp with no refund and be required to get a Covid test from a medical provider or health facility. Even if they test negative and you test positive, the person or persons with close contact will not be allowed to return to camp and should isolate themselves according to CDC Guidelines. There are no refunds for these Covid-related situations, so we highly recommend getting travel insurance to cover any losses caused by this unforeseen incident.  This policy applies to both in-house and commuter players.

DEADLINES FOR FULL PAYMENT

Total payments are due on the date specified below by 5 pm ET.  If full payment is not received by the deadline, your camp reservation is subject to a $50 late fee and may be canceled.  If your reservation is canceled, your payment is subject to the terms outlined in the Cancellation / Refund Policy.

May Camps: March 14, 2024
Sept Camps: April 25, 2024

DIETARY RESTRICTIONS 

The Montreat Conference Center provides various options for people with dietary restrictions. 

The kitchen routinely handles peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, seafood, wheat flour, dairy, onions, garlic, and other potential allergens. While we follow all NC Environmental Health Department guidelines for proper food handling and preparation, we are not an allergen-free kitchen.

We strive to accommodate special requests/dietary restrictions but are limited in our offerings. Highly restrictive diets, outside of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, may be challenging. Those with other dietary restrictions should consider bringing supplementary foods such as snacks, cereals, breads, and salad dressings. Or your own portioned, ready-to-microwave meals.

Assembly Inn rooms are not equipped with refrigerators, but you may contact the kitchen about storing food, using the refrigerator in the kitchen on the first floor by Convocation Hall, or bringing a cooler.  There are ice machines on each floor.

We encourage guests to contact the kitchen upon arrival to review specific needs during their stay. Please note that if you have a special diet (vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free), you may be instructed to retrieve your meals directly from the kitchen. This is to ensure we have enough food on hand to meet your needs.

Important Allergy/Intolerance Disclaimer:
Montreat Conference Center's food service department makes every attempt to identify ingredients that may cause allergic reactions for guests with food allergies. Along with employee training, our food service team labels items that contain the big 8 FDA allergens (milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, and soybeans); however, there is always a risk of contamination. There is also a possibility that manufacturers of the commercial foods we use could change the formulation at any time without notice. Guests concerned with food allergies need to be aware of this risk. Guests with food allergies or other food intolerances should consult a chef for specific ingredient questions. Montreat Conference Center will not assume liability for adverse reactions to foods consumed or items one may come in contact with while eating in the Galax Dining Room, at pre-ordered food/beverage breaks, or at events catered by the Assembly Inn kitchen.

LUNCHES

There will be no more box lunches. Lunches will be served at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall, so we will have to walk to the cafeteria at the Assembly Inn for lunch. It’s about a 5-minute walk. We have added 15 minutes to lunch to accommodate everyone.

WEATHER (CURRENT)

Generally, morning temperatures are dipping into the upper 50s and lower 60s for camp. Day temperatures are approaching the upper 70s and lower 80s, so bring a light jacket, appropriate clothing, and sunscreen.

INCLEMENT WEATHER & RAIN POLICY

If it rains, we have the option of using the indoor courts at Creekside Racquet, ONLY if they are available.  Otherwise, we will go to the barn for video, training, and Q&A sessions. If we go to Creekside, the available courts could be limited.  Inclement weather policy notices will be sent via text and email to the phone and email address you provided at registration.

MASSAGES

Massages will not be available onsite.  If you want a massage, you will need to do an internet search to find a local massage therapist.

MONTREAT PRAYER PATH AND LABYRINTH

Prayer Path: http://www.montreatlandcare.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Master-Outdoors-Brochure-March-2018.pdf

Prayer Labyrinth: https://www.prayerideas.org/outdoor-prayer-labyrinth-montreat-north-carolina/

THURSDAY NIGHT OUT

For Thursday Night Out, everyone will be on their own for dinner. CLICK HERE for a list of restaurants in Black Mountain. A few restaurants are not on the list, such as Trailhead and Foothills Butcher Shop, so you can also do an Internet search on restaurants to find other dining establishments in the area.

From 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm, after dinner, everyone is invited to the Mountain Ale House or Pisgah Brewery to hear live music and mingle with the pros and other campers. This is a fun time for everyone.  An announcement will be posted on the website and sent to you for the location.

WHAT TO EXPECT WHILE STAYING AT THE MONTREAT ASSEMBLY INN

  • The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day, and our staff are pleased to assist you and serve your needs. You may call them at 828-419-9844.
  • Wi-Fi is available in Assembly Inn. Access information can be found on the back of your key card packet or at the Front Desk.
  • Check-in is at 3 pm. Room doors at Assembly Inn use radio frequency locks and automatically close and lock behind you. Please keep your key card with you. Doors are unlocked by holding the key card up against the lock.
  • Check-out is at 11 am (late check-out fees apply). Please return all keys to the Front Desk at check-out.
  • All rooms have either one king bed, one queen bed, or two twin beds. While some guest rooms have private baths and others have connecting baths, all baths are tiled and equipped with tubs and showers.  Suncoast Pickleball players do not use the connecting baths unless they are requested.
  • Standard guest rooms do not have TVs, phones, refrigerators, microwaves, or coffee makers. A limited number of hair dryers and irons can be checked out from the front desk.
  • We provide all linens and towels in the rooms at Assembly Inn and bar soap for the bathrooms. We do not provide shampoo, conditioner, etc. However, those items can be purchased at the front desk of Assembly Inn or the Montreat Store.  There is also an Ingles Grocery Store about 10 minutes away in Black Mountain.
  • Quiet hours in Montreat begin at 11 pm. Please keep noise at a minimum after 11 pm to stay within compliance with the Town of Montreat sound ordinance.
  • Parking: There is limited parking near the Assembly Inn for guests with ADA needs/ handicapped placards. There is additional parking along Lake Susan and at Anderson Auditorium. Please see the green Ps on the map. We recommend that guests drop off their bags at the Assembly Inn before parking.
  • There are no laundry facilities at Assembly Inn.
  • If you are eating meals in the Galax Dining Room, meals are served buffet style, and individuals are expected to bus their own dishes. Please carry your meal card with you. It will be checked at the door to the dining room. To-go boxes/cups are available - dining room cups/plates/utensils should not be removed.
  • Montreat is a tobacco/smoke/vape-free environment. Please ask the front desk for directions to the designated smoking area. 

Player Groups

Montreat 2024 - Camp #2

Baby Got Backhand

BIG DILLS

DYNAMIC DINKERS

Start on Courts 1-2
with John Sperling
Start on Courts 3-4
with Scott Tingley
Start on Courts 5-6
with Steve Cole
- Gerry Bevis
- Kathy Bevis
- Cindy Cashman Gerry Cashman
- Mike Cole
- Sally Hughes
- Cindy Lindemann
- Jen McInturf
- Jeff Chaffkin
- Bob Citrin
- Emma Johnson
- David Lawrence
- Todd Olsen
- Christy Rawlings
- Marcia Richard
- Vicki Stroud
- Gina Bennett
- Jean Bennett
- Joan Burn
- Tim Burn
- Cindy Coulter
- Karen Dees
- Beth Lineberry
- Joe Lineberry

HOT SHOTS

NET NUTS

PICKLICIOUS

Start on Courts 7-8
with Linda Thompson
Start on Courts 9-10
with Jennifer Butler
Start on Courts 11-12
with Clare Grabher
- Kym Carlson
- Anne Citrin
- Toni Crawford
- Donna Reese
- Kim Reese
- Bob Vanderpool
- Suzanne Wade
- Donna Willmarth
- Sue Catherine
- Catherine Maher
- Patti McCormick
- Shirlene Peel
- Rich Ramos
- Larry Stroud
- Richard Thomas
- Michele Trouard
- Sally Creasap
- Geri Krech
- Del Liggett
- Valerie McLaughlin
- Bridget Oldham
- Lauren Robinson
- Gina Santoro
- Carol Zanoff

SIMPLY SMASHING

SUPREME COURT

Start on Courts 13-14
with Mindy Yoder
Start on Courts 15-16
with Jay Jaudon
- Terri Andrews
- Julia Brescia
- Benjamin Hicks
- Kat Jones
- Jane Kestenbaum
- Michael Maher
- Steve Nelson
- Nellie Thomas
- Linda Chaffkin
- Dave Griffith
- Mary Hicks
- Chip Pulliam
- Tim Robinson
- Judy Schneider
- Karen Shoupe
- Luann Vanderpool

Group Rotation Schedule

Camp #2 (5/19-24, 2024)

 
GROUP
MONDAY
TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6 Session 7 Session 8 Session 9 Session 10 Session 11
Morning-1 Morning-2 Afternoon Morning-1 Morning-2 Afternoon Morning-1 Morning-2 Afternoon Morning Afternoon
Baby Got Backhand Courts
1 & 2
John Sperling
Courts
15 & 16
Jay Jaudon
Courts
13 & 14
Mindy Yoder
Courts
11 & 12
Clare Grabher
Courts
9 & 10
Jennifer Butler
Courts
7 & 8
Linda Thompson
Courts
5 & 6
Steve Cole
Courts
3 & 4
Scott Tingley
Courts
1 & 2
John Sperling
MLP Style Tournament Q/A & Play with a Pro
Big Dills Courts
3 & 4
Scott Tingley
Courts
1 & 2
John Sperling
Courts
15 & 16
Jay Jaudon
Courts
13 & 14
Mindy Yoder
Courts
11 & 12
Clare Grabher
Courts
9 & 10
Jennifer Butler
Courts
7 & 8
Linda Thompson
Courts
5 & 6
Steve Cole
Courts
3 & 4
Scott Tingley
MLP Style Tournament Q/A & Play with a Pro
Dynamic Dinkers Courts
5 & 6
Steve Cole
Courts
3 & 4
Scott Tingley
Courts
1 & 2
John Sperling
Courts
15 & 16
Jay Jaudon
Courts
13 & 14
Mindy Yoder
Courts
11 & 12
Clare Grabher
Courts
9 & 10
Jennifer Butler
Courts
7 & 8
Linda Thompson
Courts
5 & 6
Steve Cole
MLP Style Tournament Q/A & Play with a Pro
Hot Shots Courts
7 & 8
Linda Thompson
Courts
5 & 6
Steve Cole
Courts
3 & 4
Scott Tingley
Courts
1 & 2
John Sperling
Courts
15 & 16
Jay Jaudon
Courts
13 & 14
Mindy Yoder
Courts
11 & 12
Clare Grabher
Courts
9 & 10
Jennifer Butler
Courts
7 & 8
Linda Thompson
MLP Style Tournament Q/A & Play with a Pro
Net Nuts Courts
9 & 10
Jennifer Butler
Courts
7 & 8
Linda Thompson
Courts
5 & 6
Steve Cole
Courts
3 & 4
Scott Tingley
Courts
1 & 2
John Sperling
Courts
15 & 16
Jay Jaudon
Courts
13 & 14
Mindy Yoder
Courts
11 & 12
Clare Grabher
Courts
9 & 10
Jennifer Butler
MLP Style Tournament Q/A & Play with a Pro
Picklicious Courts
11 & 12
Clare Grabher
Courts
9 & 10
Jennifer Butler
Courts
7 & 8
Linda Thompson
Courts
5 & 6
Steve Cole
Courts
3 & 4
Scott Tingley
Courts
1 & 2
John Sperling
Courts
15 & 16
Jay Jaudon
Courts
13 & 14
Mindy Yoder
Courts
11 & 12
Clare Grabher
MLP Style Tournament Q/A & Play with a Pro
Simply Smashing Courts
13 & 14
Mindy Yoder
Courts
11 & 12
Clare Grabher
Courts
9 & 10
Jennifer Butler
Courts
7 & 8
Linda Thompson
Courts
5 & 6
Steve Cole
Courts
3 & 4
Scott Tingley
Courts
1 & 2
John Sperling
Courts
15 & 16
Jay Jaudon
Courts
13 & 14
Mindy Yoder
MLP Style Tournament Q/A & Play with a Pro
Supreme Court Courts
15 & 16
Jay Jaudon
Courts
13 & 14
Mindy Yoder
Courts
11 & 12
Clare Grabher
Courts
9 & 10
Jennifer Butler
Courts
7 & 8
Linda Thompson
Courts
5 & 6
Steve Cole
Courts
3 & 4
Scott Tingley
Courts
1 & 2
John Sperling
Courts
15 & 16
Jay Jaudon
MLP Style Tournament Q/A & Play with a Pro

Pro Contact Information for Private Lessons

Private lessons are a great way to enhance your learning skills.  Take advantage of this unique opportunity to get lesson from this fantastic group of Pickleball teaching professionals.


JENNIFER BUTLER

Lessons
Text Jennifer for lessons.  Best format is "3 and me" for lessons.

Items for Sale
Paddletek paddles


STEVE COLE

Lessons
1 or 2 Players - $75
3 Players - $90
4 Players - $120

Call or Text: (702) 510-3180
Email: scole419@yahoo.com


CLARE GRABHER

Lessons
Private Lesson - $75 per hour
Semi-private - $40 per person
3-4 Players - $30 per person

Call or Text: (772) 559 6219
Email: nehh@aol.com


JAY JAUDON

Lessons
Take a lesson with the men’s doubles 5.4 level US Open gold medalist. Jay has been coaching for over 7 years, specializing in technique and strategy to take your game to the next level.  He is a CRBN Sponsored Tournament Player

Private lessons are $60 per hour for 1 person and $80 for 2-3 players.

Call or Text: (941) 704-3810
Email: jjaudon2@aol.com

Items for Sell
Crbn paddles

Demo Paddles
Crbn 1 14mm


JOHN SPERLING

Lessons
Email: atp.pickleball@gmail.com


LINDA THOMPSON

Lessons
Rate is $100/hr

Call or Text: (614) 570-3846

Demo Paddles
Selkirk, mostly Halo, and some others, too.


SCOTT TINGLEY

Lessons
Call or Text: (941) 468-7867
Email: PickleballAcademy@gmail.com


MINDY YODER

Lessons
Call or Text: (260) 615-7982

Private, semi-private, or small group lessons available


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