8-Week Backhand Masterclass Strategy 3.5+ with Calder

About this event

Backhand Masterclass Strategy 3.5+

Understanding when, why, and how to execute the proper technique for every forehand shot including decision-making and live application.

Understanding when, why, and how to use one-handed and two-handed backhands through detailed technical breakdowns, decision-making, and live application.

What We’ll Cover:

1) Backhand Dinks

Build confidence and control in the soft game:

One-handed backhand dinks

Two-handed backhand dinks

Directional control and disguise

Footwork and positioning

2) Counters & Speed-Ups

Develop faster hands and stronger reactions:

One-handed counters

Two-handed counters

Counter positioning and timing

Defending attacks through the middle and body

3) Backhand Volleys

Create more offensive opportunities at the kitchen:

One-handed volleys

Two-handed volleys

Punch volleys and compact mechanics

Hand speed and positioning

4) Backhand Flicks & Rolls

Learn how to attack and create offense from your backhand side:

One-handed backhand flicks

Two-handed backhand flicks

Backhand roll mechanics and topspin generation

Attacking out of dinks and transition balls

Creating pressure without overhitting

5) Backhand Resets

Turn defense into neutral:

One-handed resets

Two-handed resets

Transition zone mechanics

Handling pace and staying balanced

Focus Areas Throughout the Course:

Strategy — understanding when to use one-handed vs two-handed options

Technique — mechanics, footwork, and body positioning

Decision-making — choosing the right shot under pressure

Drills + live play…

Event details

8-Week Backhand Masterclass Strategy 3.5+ with Calder is a pickleball clinic hosted by Match Point in Columbus, Ohio. It is listed as Pickleball Clinics. The venue is at 350 McCormick Boulevard, Columbus, Ohio 43213. It starts on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 5:30 PM and ends at 7:00 PM, local time at the club. Registration costs $30 USD. 8 of 8 spots are open. Players can register online as guests, without a Match Point account. Match Point has 51 courts for pickleball, badminton.

Location

Match Point