Power Serve Drill: Load Back, Drive Forward

Summary

The Pickleball Clinic’s drill of the week is built around one idea: a powerful serve needs forward momentum. Start by shifting weight back, then drive it forward through contact so the ball picks up depth and speed instead of floating off a flat, static swing.

Work a basket from one side, then the other. Once the weight transfer feels automatic, set a target and chase placement and depth in the same motion — make it a weekly habit, not a one-off.

Key takeaways

• Forward weight transfer creates serve depth and speed
• Drill both sides of the court before chasing placement
• Add a target once the load-and-drive rhythm is solid

Action items

• Serve one basket left and one right focusing only on back-to-front weight shift
• Place a cone deep in the box and count how many land past it after the transfer feels clean