🟦 The Build Lab Series #2 — Third Shot & Transition Control: Building the Bridge by Coach Bryan

The serve and return set the stage — but it is the third shot that determines whether a player controls the rally or spends the rest of it reacting.

This open group coaching session focuses on that critical middle phase of the point: the journey from baseline into the kitchen. It is here that rallies are often won or lost, not through highlight shots, but through decisions made under pressure and movement done with control.

Players will learn how to navigate this phase with intention, choosing when to soften the ball, when to drive, and how to recover when the transition does not go as planned.

[🎯 Areas of Focus]

• Third shot decision-making (drop vs drive)
• Quality and consistency of third shot drops
• Transition zone movement and positioning
• Handling deep or aggressive returns
• Resetting under pressure during approach
• Maintaining control while moving forward
• Building structured entry into the kitchen

The session places an emphasis on repeatable patterns, guided correction, and applying transition skills under realistic rally conditions.

[👥 Suitable For]

Players who are comfortable with serve and return fundamentals and are ready to develop the ability to transition into the kitchen more consistently and with better control. Participants should already be able to sustain rallies and execute basic drops or controlled shots, even if not yet consistent.

Coach Profile
Coach Bryan is a certified pickleball coach with a Racket Professional Organization (RPO) Level 1 Certification and has completed the Sports Performance Analysis Course by the National Sports Institute of Malaysia. A former competitive squash athlete, Coach Bryan brings a strong foundation in racket sports and performance development. He is also recognized for introducing DUPR-rated games to Malaysia, helping players track and improve their competitive performance.

Session Detail
Fee: RM120
Duration: 2 Hours (May be reduced to 1 hour if less than 3 pax)
Court: Maximum of 4 players per court. Additional courts will be utilized to accommodate more players.
Players Requirement: Suitable for complete beginners and first-time players. No prior pickleball experience required.
Cancellation: Cancellations are permitted up to 24 hours prior to the session. Bookings cancelled before that will be fully refunded in Playbypoint club credits.

Payment
Bank Transfer: RHB Bank 21438900078312 The Pickleball Club (M) Sdn Bhd
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Booking Status (For Reclub Only): Upon requested, players will be placed on the waitlisted. Once payment is received, players will be confirmed for the session.
*Please do not make payment unless you have been placed on the waitlist.

First time to PxP?
By Car: Park and take the nearest lift at Pillar E or F. It will bring you directly to our entrance on Level 5.
By Train: We are located at Pusat Bandar Damansara MRT Station (KG13) on the MRT Kajang Line.
Media Consent: By attending, participants acknowledge that photography and videography may be captured for promotional and social media purposes.

Hosted By

The PxP Front Desk

Emilia aminnuddin

Furqan

Wanaidil

Syamim Yusof

Nigel Lee

Bryan Boo