KNES 31J

About this course

This course covers the development of beginning-level playing and competitive skills in the paddle sport of pickleball. Instruction in the beginning skills, techniques, strategies, along with rules and etiquette. Pickleball features simple rules and is easy to learn. Because beginners can enjoy the sport almost immediately, while advanced players experience it as a fast-paced, highly competitive game, pickleball is suitable for individuals of all ages, fitness levels and athletic abilities.

No section is scheduled at De Anza College for Fall 2026. The course can still be offered in a later quarter.

Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.

Prerequisites

The De Anza catalog lists no prerequisite for this course.

Advisory: “ESL D272. and ESL D273., or ESL D472. and ESL D473., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.”

What this course unlocks

De Anza courses that list KNES 31J as a prerequisite.

• KNES 31KPickleball Level 2
• KNES 31KXPickleball Level 2

Transfer pathways that use KNES 31J

ASSIST maps KNES 31J to a requirement in 6 published pathways from De Anza College.

• Leadership StudiesDe Anza → Humboldt State
• Kinesiology B.A. - Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) OptionDe Anza → CSU Chico
• Exercise PhysiologyDe Anza → CSU Chico
• Kinesiology, BS, Concentration in Physical Activity LeadershipDe Anza → CSU Bakersfield
• Kinesiology, BS, Concentration in Applied Exercise ScienceDe Anza → CSU Bakersfield
• Kinesiology, BS, Concentration in Allied HealthDe Anza → CSU Bakersfield