SKILL LEVEL 2.5 means you have limited experience playing pickleball. You can keep a short rally on the pickleball court and have a basic understanding of the game. You have the ability to keep score and know where to stand during serves. You can generally hit forehands and backhands, serves and returns but lack consistency and control. You are able to approach the non-volley zone and hit volleys, and attempt to dink but still need improvement.

SKILL LEVEL RATING 3.0 means you have experience playing pickleball, have a consistent serve and return medium-paced balls reliably. You are able to make all basic strokes but lack control when placing the ball. You attempt lobs and dinks with limited success. You sustain a short volley session at the net. You have a clear understanding of the rules of pickleball and can keep the score properly. You can adjust to differing ball speeds.

SKILL LEVEL 3.5 means you are an experienced player with medium-control and placement of the ball including lobs and dinks. You can play consistently at the non-volley zone. You anticipate your opponent’s shots and attempt more shot variety. You can place the serve deep into the court. You have a full understanding of the rules and know how to correct the score.