NCPA Coaching Program – Train the Next Generation of Pickleball Players

All NCPA coaches are certified, experienced, and background-checked. You'll not only train young athletes to excel on the court but also instill values like diligence, determination, and respect. Join us in shaping the future of pickleball.

Coach Payment Per Team

Each column is an age group (see NCPA Junior Registration for player pricing). Summer camp and after school coach payouts match the player program total for that age band. Club payouts are per team for the full 4-month season.

Summer Camp

Ages 6–9

$480

Ages 10–13

$540

Ages 14–17

$600

Club (Fall / Spring)

4-month club season, full payout per team

Ages 6–9

$1,800

Ages 10–13

$2,040

Ages 14–17

$2,280

After School Programs

Ages 6–9

$390

Ages 10–13

$450

Ages 14–17

$510

Coach applications — coming soon in NCPA

Important Information:

Paid monthly
Pay based on 4-month season, paid out over 4 months
Coaches can have multiple teams
Background checks required
Minimum 6 players per team... Max of 12.
For every additional player (7-12), coaches will be compensated an additional $120 per season per player.

Additional Benefits

Up to $10 per court per hour (NCPA pays venue directly)
20–40% off training equipment
30% off coach registration
Optional marketing support (available for purchase): email address, business cards, recruitment flyers, digital marketing packages

Time Commitment

4-month seasons (3 per year)
72 hours per team per season
Twice weekly sessions, 1.5 hours each (3 hours/week)
Monthly Saturday combined session, camp, or mini tourney (3 hours/month)
Recommended: 3 teams per coach for efficiency and maximum income

Teams

Team size: 6–12 players
Gender: mixed preferred, but all-boys or all-girls teams allowed
Age: teams can be same or overlapping ages
Skill-based placement: younger players may join older teams if capable
Focus: immerse players in NCPA's team format

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