DESTINATION: BAJA

3-DAY CAMP - PALMAS PICKLEBALL - LOS BARRILES, BAJA, MEXICO

THE DETAILS

October 26 - 28, 2026

Palmas Pickleball Club

Los Barriles, Baja, Mexico

$1,299

Featuring Scott Fliegelman

CAMP FEATURES

We’re returning for the 4th year in a row to pickleball paradise in Los Barriles, Baja, Mexico.

Dates: Monday, October 26 - Wednesday, October 28, 2026
3 Days of instruction, afternoon seminars, & evening organized open-play
Unlimited court-time at Las Palmas two days before and during all camp days
Maximum 8:1 Camper to Pro Ratio
The Best Coaches: Jill is bringing top 10 senior pro Scott Fliegelman!
Drinks, dancing, and DJ: it's officially a pickle-party

DAILY SCHEDULE*

8:00-11:00 AM Instruction
4:00-4:30 PM Afternoon Seminars (Topics: warmup/recovery, mental game, singles strategies)
4:30-6:30 PM Organized Open Play
6:30-8:00 PM Stay & Play on your own until 8:00 PM, free of charge for Jilly B Campers

*30 Days prior to the first day of camp, we will finalize the above schedule. Until then, these details are subject to change.

VIP SESSION - THURSDAY

Due to popular demand, we will be offering small group VIP add-on sessions with Jilly B on Thursday. Please Note: the VIP add-on session is non-refundable.

Two Session Options: 7:30-10:30 AM & 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
After watching you for three days of camp, we tailor this session to specifically what YOU need to get to the next level
Intimate group (4:1 Player to Coach ratio)
One-on-one time with Jilly B
Custom written analysis of your game by Jilly B
Video Analysis of your game by Jilly B
These spots will go quickly

If you would like to add on VIP or have any questions about this session, please email Kelly at hello@jillybcamps.com.

SKILL LEVELS: THE CAROUSEL METHOD

Almost nothing can make or break your camp experience like being on the right court for your skill level. This is why we invented the Carousel Method to ensure you always have level-appropriate drill partners.

Based on your DUPR and visual assessment, we group you with 4-8 players within .25 of your skill level. Then, every 15-30 minutes you rotate drill partners within your group, ensuring that meet 6-8 new players in a day and that every partnership is competitive and enjoyable. If you prefer to play with partners of a certain gender or age range, we also take that into consideration when forming your group.

At our last destination camp in Baja, we welcomed players ranging from 3.0 to 5.2—with an even 50/50 split below and above 4.0. Despite this range, Jilly's coaching philosophy remains consistent: she teaches every player like they're capable of reaching 5.0+. Concepts are never dumbed down based on skill level. While drills are adapted to each group's abilities, the language, themes, and strategic concepts remain the same across all courts. A 3.0 hears the same high-level instruction as a 5.0—because every player deserves to learn the game the right way from day one.

THE VENUE

Palmas Pickleball Resort has 23 fully-lit courts on the grounds of the Hotel Palmas de Cortez. Palmas is approximately a one-hour drive north of the airport in Los Barriles and boasts a full bar, pro-shop/merchandise store, and a cafe with incredible food.

ACCOMODATIONS

To book a room at Hotel Palmas de Cortez, click here. Airbnb and VRBO are also great options. Contact Morgan (morgan@palmaspickleballresort.com) and mention JILLY B CAMPS to book your room & receive a discount.

FAQs

Full details and FAQs can be found here.

A PERSONAL NOTE ON LOS BARRILES, MX

Hi there, it's Jilly B :)

Four years ago I made a phone call that changed my and hundreds of my students' lives. "Are you sure it's safe?" I asked Paul Bland, the owner of Tres Palapas Pickleball resort in Los Barriles ("LB"). "Yes!" he exclaimed. "It's like Southern California in the 1960's--you're going to LOVE it here! Cowboy meets sleepy beach town meets pickleball paradise!"

He was right. I fell HARD for this tiny rustic pickleball mecca just one hour north of Cabo airport. I believe that places have energies, and the energy of LB is the kind that changes your heart rate variability for the better. Time plays tricks on you when you're in LB. It feels like it stops. The town has a magical way of transporting you to an era when life maybe wasn't so difficult. A time when you didn't use AI or check your phone every thirty seconds or get notifications about the latest geopolitical calamity. LB just has this way of making life feel so present, so real, so precious. Every year I don't know if the camp really happened or if I dreamt it.

The food--oh my goodness the food cannot be beat! So fresh, clean, and colorful. Just like the ocean, where you will find deep hues of blue and dark emerald greens only matched by the diverse and beautiful fish that swim in them. (I LOVE snorkeling in Los Barriles--you can snorkel from just about any spot on the plentiful white sand beaches).

I know it's odd to say but I'm getting choked up thinking about this camp and trip. It means so much to me, I love this trip with all of my heart. And you will, too.

A PERSONAL NOTE ON TEACHING PHILOSOPHY

If you've gotten this far it means you're seriously considering one of my camps - thank you for that. I love teaching so much--even more than winning medals! Winning helps ME--and only me. But when I teach it helps YOU unlock your next level, increase your confidence and your joy factor. And you already know my motto: "pickleball is joy, don't let anyone tell you differently!"

If you come to one of my camps you'll see that you can improve while having a ton of fun - improvement shouldn't be hard. Pickleball shouldn't be hard. It's been sold to you that way but it's a lie.

My teaching method is a lot of "delete" the unnecessary, make things simple, find what makes you great and then double down on that. Because we all have natural advantages and strengths. There is no such thing as a bad pickleball player, just bad positions on the court.

Anyone, and I mean anyone can be great at pickleball--and that means you.

Each and every one of my camps is totally unique--which is why you don't see topics listed on the schedule. This makes my life hard but gives you the most up-to-date information available that I'm learning in real-time on the professional tour. Pickleball is changing rapidly. You need real-time dynamic instruction that reflects the state of the game. That's what I'm here to deliver to you. I hope to meet you in person soon!

Xoxo, Jilly B

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY

All Jilly B camps are non-transferable. In the event a camper cancels their registration for any reason, the refund policy is as follows:

60+ days notice (before camp start date): 90% refund or 100% credit towards a future camp
30-60 days notice: 50% refund or 100% credit towards a future camp
8-29 days notice: 0% refund or 50% credit towards a future camp
0-7 days notice: 0% refund and 0% credit towards a future camp

All credits must be applied to a future camp within 12 months of the cancellation date. Credits are non-transferable to other individuals unless prior approval is granted by Jilly B Camps.

Please Note: The VIP add-on is non-refundable. By purchasing the VIP add-on, you acknowledge and agree that the VIP add-on purchase price is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Full Disclaimers and Weather Policy linked here.

MEET THE TEAM

JILLY B

Jillian Braverman is the #1 ranked female on the APP World Tour, the current and 2x USAP National Champion, and silver medalist from the 2025 US Open, with over 40 professional medals to her name, including 16 golds. Jill is a true believer in teaching her students how to COMPETE and WIN--not just how to hit the shots.

Before playing professional pickleball full-time, she was the CEO of DUPR, a startup founder, tech CEO, and collegiate D1 scholarship tennis player from Pepperdine University. Jill has also qualified for 3 USGA Mid-Amateur Championships in golf. Off the court, you'll find her reading non-fiction, crushing NYT puzzles or cooking.

SCOTT FLIEGELMAN

Fliegelman, a.k.a. "Fliegs" is a 5.9 DUPR, 3x Captain of the NPL Denver Iconics Team (with the most match wins of any player since the league began), and co-owner of Boulder Pickleball Club in Colorado. A former D1 tennis player and pro, Fliegelman also has experience coaching skiing, snowboarding, running, cycling, and triathlons--including 5 Ironmans! He has over two dozen pro podium appearances, including a Silver and a Bronze at USAP Nationals.

ALEX EMERY

Alex Emery is a Top 30 APP pro player and coach with a competitive pedigree spanning both collegiate tennis and the elite-level pickleball (including a gold medal with Jill in a men's-doubles moneyball in 2025). A former Division I college tennis player and coach, Alex holds a DUPR of 6.01 and has competed at the highest levels — recently earning a gold medal at the PPA Challenger in Newport Beach and a bronze medal at the Vietnam D-Joy APP tournament. He channels that elite experience into strategic, results-driven coaching that helps players at every level elevate their game.

MARK NAHUM

Mark is a 27-year-old pickleball coach from Turkey and one of the head coaches at The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey. With a 5.5 DUPR and three years of competitive play, he brings a strong athletic foundation from soccer, basketball, and beach volleyball into his coaching style. Mark plays and coaches full time, with plans to expand his tournament presence this year. He has been instrumental in growing pickleball in Turkey, leading multiple clinics for both players and coaches to help develop the sport internationally.

KADEN KRING

Kaden is a Coach at Life Time Fitness with a passion for helping players grow their game and enjoy the sport of pickleball. Kaden trains with PPA and APP pros, keeping his game and coaching on the pulse of the evolving strategies at the highest-level of competition. His players improve rapidly by shoring up their fundamentals, confidence, and overall understanding of the game in a way that feels fun, encouraging, and competitive.

TRISH O'NEILL

Trish is Head Pro at The HUB in Silicon Valley and a USAP Nationals medalist with eight years of coaching experience. Her 22-year career as a detective forged the strategy, discipline, and mental toughness that now define her high-performance coaching. A cancer survivor and mother of two, Trish embodies resilience, turning adversity into a competitive edge for herself and every player she trains.

ZACH CHAMPINE

A 6th generation Californian, Zach Champine brings a deep athletic foundation to his pickleball game as a former Penn State tennis player. He is currently working hard to earn his place on the PPA tour. Zach's energy is contagious and his passion for pickleball is unmatched, making him a natural fit on the court and in the coaching environment. A proud member of Jilly B's team, he is eager to work with players of all levels to sharpen their pickleball strategy and elevate their game.

JILL STARR

Based in Steamboat Springs, CO, Jill brings 30 years of high-level competitive tennis and coaching experience to her pickleball instruction. She's a multiple 5.0 Gold Medalist.

Jill works with players of all skill levels and is passionate about developing the mental toughness and strong mindset that separates good players from great ones. As a student, she attended Jilly B’s 2025 Baja Camp and knew right away that she wanted to join the "pickleball is joy" mission!

KRISTIN WALLA

A former D1 golfer at Texas, Kristin turned pro in 2010 and has been playing & coaching ever since. Also a Junior Olympic medalist in freestyle skiing, Kristin brings her multi-sport background to her pickleball coaching.

When she’s not playing pickleball, she's busy as Jilly B’s mental coach, drill partner, and wife! Obsessed with sport psychology and continuously learning new skills, Kristin also sings, plays the ukulele, edits most of the Jilly B content you see (including this website!), and loves puzzles.