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AJ’s Kitchen: Pickleball Tips Cooked to Perfection

When I first stepped onto the pickleball court, I approached it the way I’d approach a recipe, with curiosity, patience, and a healthy respect for timing. That’s how AJ’s Kitchen was born. This isn’t your typical tips-and-tricks blog. It’s where I break down what’s really happening on the court with easy-to-digest, hands-on pickleball tips that actually work, especially when you’re learning how to dink, drop, or dominate with a partner.If you’ve ever wondered when to speed things up or slow them down, where to stand, or how to adjust mid-rally, you’re in the right place. Just like a well-cooked gumbo, pickleball success depends on mixing the right ingredients at the right time, and I’m here to guide you through every stir, flip, and serve.
AJ's Kitchen Pickleball
AJ’s Kitchen Pickleball

What You’ll Learn Inside AJ’s Kitchen

  • Kitchen Control: Learn how to take over the non-volley zone with confidence, not chaos.
  • Dink & Drop Techniques: Discover how soft shots win hard games when executed with intent.
  • Footwork Recipes: Master the timing and spacing that keep you in control, like seasoning, it’s subtle but essential.
  • Strategic Pairing: Understand how to play smarter with your partner and move as one dish, not two side orders.
PickleTip Pro Insight: If you’re not cooking up a plan before the point starts, you’re already behind. Start with intention, then adjust like a chef tasting the sauce.

Pickleball Tips Served with Style (and Substance)

Every post in AJ’s Kitchen combines tactical insight with practical steps. Whether it’s adjusting your grip for spin or rethinking how you approach the NVZ, I break it down so you can try it today. These are tips that come from real lessons I’ve taught, and sometimes learned the hard way during matches. I’ve burned a few metaphorical roux on the court so you don’t have to.

You’ll also find video walk-throughs, shot breakdowns, and personal stories from local games here in Jefferson Parish that highlight what works and what falls flat. Spoiler: It’s usually not your paddle, it’s your positioning.

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What Makes AJ’s Kitchen Different?

This category is more than clever metaphors. It’s built on years of on-court coaching and player feedback from rec centers, DUPR events, and one-on-one training. My tips come from real people with real goals, some chasing medals, others just chasing consistency. Either way, we cook together here.

And unlike most advice you’ll find online, every tip is field-tested. If it doesn’t work on court, it doesn’t go in the pot.

Ready to Start Cooking Up Wins?

Whether you’re learning the basics or refining your style, AJ’s Kitchen is your go-to source for honest, effective pickleball tips. Browse the articles, try a drill, or leave a comment with your own flavor. No matter your level, there’s always room at the table.