LTP Band System

WHITE Band

Welcome to pickleball!

This level is about getting comfortable with the game’s fundamentals—exploring, learning, and enjoying the process.

Learn:

• how to hold the paddle
• the court layout
• basic rules
• scoring

YELLOW Band

Developing your skills? You belong here!

You’re strengthening your foundational skills to prepare for strategic play.

Learn:

• to build consistency with serves
• returns
• forehand drives
• volleys

GREEN Band

You’re confident in the basics.

Now you’re focusing on strategy, using dinks and 3rd shot drops to control pace.

Learn:

• to balance power with finesse to create new opportunities on the court

PURPLE Band

Refining your touch? This is for you.

You consistently use the soft game, executing controlled dinks and 3rd shot drops.

Learn:

• to reduce pop-ups
• to maintain steady control across the entire court

RED Band

You’re beginning to excel.

You’re successful in the transition zone with consistent 5th shot drops and using roll valleys at the kitchen line.

Learn:

• to bring greater control and intention to your game
• to use precise target placement, instead of only using power

TEAL Band

Your game is polished and versatile.

You’re highly comfortable in the transition area and proficient in every shot in pickleball.

Learn:

• to execute each shot under pressure
• to master consistency and accuracy

Dark Blue Band

You’ve mastered the game.

You perform all shots with elite consistency, precision, and control—even under intense pressure. Your expert game management, strategic adaptability, and shot selection allow you to dominate the court in any scenario.