Jay Devilliers smiling while coaching
The Academy at the National Pickleball Center

Developing
Complete Players.

WHERE CHAMPIONS ARE BUILT

World-class coaching, a proven development method and a clear pathway for every player: juniors, amateurs and pros.

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At the USOP National Pickleball Center · Naples, Florida
Jay Devilliers on court
Who we are

We build champions.

The Academy was founded on one belief: every player has the potential to become better. We combine elite coaching, innovative training and a supportive community to help players reach their full potential, on and off the court.

Mission

To develop complete pickleball players by providing world-class coaching, junior development and elite player training.

Vision

To become the leading pickleball training academy in the world, developing players into high-level athletes and professionals.

ExcellenceIntegrityDisciplineRespectGrowth
Better players. Stronger people.
The Devilliers Method

Consistent coaching. Real progress.

Technical excellence, tactical intelligence, physical preparation and mental toughness, delivered through personalized coaching and measurable results. One clear message, taught the same way by every coach at every level.

Six focus areas
01
Professional habits
02
Efficient footwork
03
Decision-making under pressure
04
Situation-based shot selection
05
A clear development pathway
06
Routines off court
Technology & measurable development
Jay Devilliers, Academy Director
“We don’t just teach you how to play pickleball. We develop you as a player and an athlete.”
Jay Devilliers · Academy Director
Programs & progression

One academy. Every player. A clear path from 2.0 to 6.0+.

Whether you are a five-year-old holding a paddle for the first time, an amateur chasing consistency, or a touring pro, the Academy gives you a visible path forward, with programs scaled to your goals, available time and budget.

JUNIORS · FROM 4 – 18+
Future stars

Ages 4–6: fun-based learning
Ages 7–10: fundamentals and match play
Ages 11–14: competitive development
Level 3.5+: performance and a professional pathway
Next step: high-performance program

Amateurs · Play with purpose
Get better, your way

Beginner and intermediate: build consistency
Advanced: refine skills and strategy
Competitive: tournament and match-play prep
Custom programs to fit your goals, schedule and lifestyle

Pros · Train like it counts
Elite & high performance

Intensive training and game strategy
Fitness, conditioning and recovery
Mental performance
Tournament preparation, plus a senior-tour pathway

The Academy ladder
2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0+
Beginners
Learn fundamentals in a structured environment. Intro programs, clinics, private instruction.
Intermediate · 2.5–3.5
Consistent progress. Weekly rounds, clinics, leagues, development plans.
Competitive · 3.5–4.5
Tournament ready. Performance coaching, analysis, premium training.
High performance · 4.5–5.5
Prepare with credibility. Training, recovery, testing, tournament prep.
Elite & senior pros · 5.5+
Personalized programs, flexible schedules and a senior-tour pathway.
Parents see:Where my child is todayWhich skills come nextWhat the next level requiresHow progress is measured

Elite players create credibility, juniors build long-term reputation and family value, and the amateur game is the foundation of our community.

Train. Test. Measure. Improve.

The complete-player approach

We go beyond hitting more balls. Every athlete is evaluated, trained, retested and measured, so progress is real and visible.

01 Pickleball coaching
02 Performance testing
03 Recovery
04 Nutrition education
05 Mental performance education
06 Video analysis
07 Tournament preparation
08 Measurable player development
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Performance testing

Agility, speed, strength, power, cardiovascular fitness, endurance, flexibility, mobility, balance, movement quality and body composition (where appropriate).

Recovery

“Longevity begins with great recovery.” Our recovery area is planned to include a cold plunge, infrared sauna, compression therapy, mobility and stretching space and recovery tools.

Aerial view of the USOP National Pickleball Center courts in Naples

Ready to start?

Join the Academy at the USOP National Pickleball Center and take the next step in your game.