Pickleball
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Pickleball
This fast-growing sport combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis; using a paddle and plastic ball with holes. Appropriate for players of all ages and skill levels, pickleball is fun, social, and friendly! The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a fast-paced, competitive game.
Pre-Booked Open Pickleball/Tennis
Looking for a place to play Pickleball or tennis? We have indoor courts with pickleball markings and outdoor courts with both pickleball and tennis markings. Courts bookings are free for members and available for public to book for a small fee. Come enjoy the fun!
Pickleball Clinics & Classes
Get in on the fun with our Introduction to Pickleball classes or level up your skills with a wide variety of specialty clinics and classes. Our coaches are experienced and certified; we’ll have you dinking and cleaning up in the kitchen in no time!
Private/Semi-Private Pickleball Lessons
Perfect your game private pickleball lessons for up to 4 people. Led by experienced, certified coaches.
Meet the Coach
Valerie has been coaching pickleball for over two years. She thoroughly enjoys meeting new people, and is obsessed with this awesome game – so teaching is a good fit for her. Valerie has medaled in various women’s singles and doubles tournaments at the 3.5 level and is currently playing at the 4.0 level.
She has completed her level II IPTPA training, and is available to teach both individuals or groups, including adults and youth. Definitely a student of the game, Valerie enjoys devouring whatever content she can find to help her be a better teacher, including Helle Sparre strategy training and various mental training.
Valerie is very excited to be part of starting up pickleball at the Paperny Family JCC. She knows you will be happy you decided to give this fantastic sport a try!
