Pickleball
Have you been wondering what all of the pickleball buz is about?
Do you have friends that can't stop talking about pickleball?
Pickleball is a very social and fun fitness activity for all ages.
Our members range from 13yrs to several 80+ players. Yup that's right!
It doesn't matter if you:
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have no sports experience...
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have always felt uncoordinated...
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were always picked last in the playground...
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have mobility issues...
We promise - pickleball will support your health & magnify your joy!
At DRYTC Pickleball we ALL love the game, and whatever level you play, you are so welcome to join us! Come and give it a try!
To accommodate our growing pickleball membership, DRYTC is expanding our courts for the 2023 season! We will have 8 dedicated outdoor pickleball courts & 2 dual use courts. 2023 programs include programs for new, recreational & competitive players – and new this year - youth classes.
To access our courts, you require a DRYTC Pickleball Membership, or register for the ‘Introduction to Pickleball’ in May. Day use passes are also available.
Join our DRYTC Spond Communication Hub to connect with pickleball members, schedule games and keep up with Pickleball activities & news! Spond is a fantastic (and free) app for sports clubs
& can be accessed from a smart phone or a desktop.
ADULT Programs
Give DRYTC & pickleball a try!
Register for a Learn-2-Play Pickleball Pass and join us for four 90 minute sessions with some instruction & a lot of supported playing! Already a member & want to join in? You are so welcome to join us & there is no fee for members. Sign up online.
Sessions:
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4 Saturdays 9:30 - 11 May 13th, May 20th, May 27th, June 3rd (Full)
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4 Week-days: 930 - 11 May 8th, 9th, 11th, 12th (Full)
Adult Learn to Play
Open Play
Open play is a hallmark of pickleball... open play will be available on all courts, 7 days a week, 7am - 1 pm!
Some days will be all club, and other days will have courts designated for 'all play', 'recreational play' & 'competitive play' - check out the new pickleball court calendar for details!
Court Booking
Court booking is now available. Bookings can be made 7 days in advance.
Keep an eye out on the Pickleball Court Calendar in May as a reminder when our Learn-2 Play programs are running!
The following programs will get our season off to a great start and are scheduled to start after the courts have been repaired / painted. Keep an eye out for new programs as the season unfolds.
Drills & Skills
Drills & Skills sessions will be offered throughout the summer, starting after the courts have been repainted. A different focus every week with games designed to apply the skills we focus on. Starts June 5th. All levels welcome. Sign up on the calendar. Included with membership.
Round Robins
Monday evenings 5:30-7:30, courts 1-8, all players of varying skill levels are welcome for fun evening of pickleball round robins. Emphasizing the “fun” aspects of the game, teams are re-arranged after every match. Starts June 5th. Sign up each week on court calendar. Capped at 32 players.
Ladder
A ladder league is a system for ranking a group of players based on matches played. It is also a great way to meet new players and have a lot of fun. In a pickleball ladder, players are arranged like rungs of a ladder, and earn points to get to the top. Games are scheduled between players at agreed upon times.
DRYTC Pickleball Leagues
Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00, courts 1-4 recreational, courts 5-8 intermediate & advanced, house leagues. Play in pre-arranged teams. Starts June 5th. Weekly calendar sign up.
Wednesday evenings, 6:00-8:00,, courts 1-4 Men, court 5-8 Women, all
player singles round robin. Players are seeded according to their skill levels. Starts June 5th. Weekly calendar sign up, max 24 players each
Thursday evenings, 6:00-8:00,, competitive / advanced doubles round robins, courts 1-8. Starts with random teams re-arranged based on the king-of-hill format. Matches are 10 games long. Starts June 5th. Weekly sign up on the calendar.
Season end team competitions & club singles / doubles / mixed doubles championships. Dates & details to follow!
Interested in adding a new format of play?
Reach out to the PB chair Lee Anne on Spond.
JUNIOR Lessons
Introduce your child to the great game of pickleball!
Pickleball is a craze that's quickly sweeping the nation. It's not only a great way to be active and get outdoors - it's easy to learn and play, and builds athletic confidence.
Balls and paddles provided.
May / June Junior Lessons (Age 6 -14)
Tuesday / Thursday 4-5 pm
Starts Tuesday May 30th
Students will be divided based on age.
Summer Junior Lessons
Age 6 - 8
Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday 9:30 - 10:30
Starts Monday, July 3rd
Age 9 - 11
Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday 10:30 - 11:30
Starts Monday, July 3rd
Age 12 - 14
Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday 11:30 - 12:30
Starts Monday, July 3rd
Consider registering for both junior pickleball & junior tennis - double the learning & double the fun!
Jumpstart funding is available for junior lessons.
Go to jumpstart.canadiantire.ca to check your eligibility and to apply.
Alternatively, in case of need, a bursary program is available to assist with lesson fees. Contact the registrar for information about the Don Clements Bursary.
Pickleball FAQ
How do I become a member?
Joining the club is done online via our registration page. DRYTC offers several types of memberships including Adult, Family (two adults and two kids), Student, etc. To join the Club, please follow the link in the menu or on the Membership page.
Are you running junior programs in 2023?
Yes, in 2023 we are running junior programs in sailing, tennis and pickleball! Youth do not need to be a member to register for summer programs.
Can I pay my registration by cheque?
If it is not possible to pay your registration by credit card, please send an email too treasurer@drytc.ca to make arrangements to provide a check as payments
