Pickleball

Get Into the Game!

Indoor Open Play sessions are a great way to get started. We provide all the equipment and our experienced staff and volunteers will coach you through your first game. Pickleball is a social game and open to all ages and ability

If you have your own paddle, you can come to an Open Play session at:

• People’s Center | Tuesday, 8:30-9:30 am | SKILLS & DRILLS
• People’s Center | Thursday, 8:30-9:30 am | SKILLS & DRILLS
• Center at Norpoint | Tuesday | 7-9 am | SKILLS & DRILLS

Pickleball ratings are used to measure a player’s skill level in the sport. The rating system ranges from 1.0 (beginner) to 5.0 (highest skill level). There are two types of ratings: two-digit (used for club and league play) and four-digit (for professional players and tournaments). Here are the skill levels defined by the USAPA:

• 1.0 – 2.0: Basic understanding of the game.
• 2.5 – 3.0: Improved stroke development with moderate shot control.
• 3.5 – 4.0: More consistent and strategic gameplay.
• 5.5+: Top caliber player with mastery over all shot types.