The Must Have Shots
to Play 3.5+ Pickleball

Most players feel stuck at 3.0. This free guide shows you the essential shots and the traps to avoid, so you can break through with confidence.

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The Truth About Moving Beyond 3.0

The jump to 3.5 and above in pickleball is bigger than most players realize. And it's not the things most players think they need, like more power or spin.

This guide gives you the exact shots to focus on now: the punch volley, the defensive dink, and knowing when to let an out ball go, so you stop guessing at what to work on and start making progress that actually shows up on the court.

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The Shots That Propel Most Players Ahead

Forget flashy highlight-reel plays. This guide gives you:

  • Which three shots matter most below 3.5

  • When to use each shot

  • How to execute each one effectively

Created by a coach
Who Knows What to Teach AND How to Teach It

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CJ Johnson

This guide was created by a coach who has spent decades helping players over 50 finally stop guessing on the court. She's guided thousands of players from feeling stuck to playing with real confidence and clarity, and she's ready to help you do the same.

If you're unsure about what to work on, stuck in your game, or tired of tips that don't hold up in real points, CJ's whole-person approach to player development- mind, body, and strategy together is built for exactly that frustration.

I noticed I was no longer winning as I moved into the 3.5-4.0 level. In fact, I was going backward! I went back to the System, the framework, and the strategy of the game. I reluctantly gave up the slam-bang game, and all of a sudden, I started winning again. There is a lot more to this game than 1st meets the eye.

Paul G.

Join thousands of players already using these shots to level up

Discover the shots 3.0 players need to compete smarter, reduce errors, and stay in more points. Small changes now mean big progress ahead.