Youth & Junior Programs
Next Gen Academy brings age-appropriate pickleball coaching to young athletes at Dill Dinkers Rockville and North Bethesda. Four progressive levels from first-timers to competitive juniors.
Academy Levels
Red Ball
Ages 5+New / beginners — learning to rally
Orange Ball
Ages 7+Advanced beginners — learning to play games
Green Ball
Ages 9+Learning to strategize
Yellow Ball
Ages 12+Learning to compete
Get Started with Next Gen Academy
Schedules are subject to change. Please check your CourtReserve confirmation email for accurate session times.
Little Dill Academy
Spring Break Camp · Dill Dinkers North Bethesda · Ages 5–13
Get ready for an action-packed week at Dill Dinkers North Bethesda! Players spend half the day with a certified coach focusing on pickleball skills and drills, and the other half with a certified school teacher learning and experimenting with STEM projects, art, and fitness. Equipment, dedicated courts, and healthy snacks included.
When
March 30 – April 3, 2026
Mon–Fri · 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Where
Dill Dinkers North Bethesda
4942 Boiling Brook Pkwy
Pricing
Drop-In (per day)
$50 members · $60 non-members
Full Week
$250 members · $300 non-members
About Next Gen Academy
Next Gen Academy is a youth development program founded by Sam Morris, focused on building athletic skills, sportsmanship, and community through age-appropriate coaching.
What Parents Say
“My daughter went from barely hitting the ball to winning her age group in just one season of Next Gen. The coaches make it fun while actually teaching real skills.”
Sarah T.
Parent of Red Level student
“Summer camp was the highlight of our kids' summer. They came home excited every day and begged to sign up for the academy afterward.”
Carlos M.
Parent of two campers
“As a PE teacher myself, I can see the quality in Sam's youth program. The EASE framework gives kids structure without taking the fun out of it.”
Angela P.
Parent & educator
Frequently Asked Questions
What age can kids start pickleball at Dill Dinkers?
Kids can start as young as age 5 in the Red Ball level at Next Gen Academy. The program has four progressive levels: Red Ball (5+), Orange Ball (7+), Green Ball (9+), and Yellow Ball (11+).
How much does Next Gen Academy cost?
Next Gen Academy sessions run in multi-week seasons at Dill Dinkers Rockville and North Bethesda. Visit nextgenpbacademy.com or contact Sam Morris for current pricing and registration.
Does Dill Dinkers offer pickleball summer camp for kids?
Yes. Next Gen Academy runs summer camp sessions for kids at Dill Dinkers. Camps are grouped by age and skill level with structured coaching, games, and match play.