Certified Instructor │ Intermediate/Plus

Turn Your Playing Knowledge Into Better Coaching

The IFPA Certified Instructor – Intermediate/Plus program prepares qualified players to confidently teach and develop intermediate-level pickleball students.

Build your instructional foundation, demonstrate your knowledge, and earn a recognized IFPA credential through a combination of training and professional evaluation.

Certification Process

Your final evaluation may be completed:

• Virtually with an approved IFPA Evaluator, or
• In person at select Engage Pickleball Camps

All candidates must successfully complete an assessment with an approved IFPA Instructor/Evaluator before certification is awarded.

Requirements

• 4.0+ player skill level
• Minimum 12 months of pickleball experience
• Successful final evaluation

If you have already arranged your evaluation, provide your evaluator's name and state during registration.

Professional Coverage

General & Professional Liability Insurance is available separately for eligible IFPA members.