Pickleball

Summer Pickleball

Summer Pickleball is Here!

At long last — our summer pickleball program has arrived. We’re keeping things fun and flexible with combined groups and open play sessions.

Dates

July 2 - August 29, 2025

Closed on holidays.

Schedule

Please note:

While we do our best to keep the schedule consistent, it may change without notice. If a date is not available when booking (Self-Service) the date is no longer available.

Schedule

Sessions

Open play is welcome to all skill levels.
3.49 & Under - for recreational players
3.5 & Above - for competitive players

*Please play (and invite friends) at the appropriate level.

Registration

Registration is still required — Those with 2024/25 or 2025/26 memberships can use their existing passes.

Not a Member? Want to Bring a Friend?

Single Session packages are available for purchase online/in person starting June 25, 2025.

*Please note:

Single Session packages (passes) can only be used during Summer Pickleball sessions.
All single session packages (passes) expire August 31, 2025.
All passes are not shareable.
Every player must have their own Self-Service account with a unique email address

To Register:

Create a new account here: Winakwa Self-Service or
Log in if you have an existing account
From the Menu, choose 'Book Sessions'
Click the session you wish to book
From the dialog box, click 'Book' or 'Buy'

*Please note:

Sessions are available 7-days - 1-hour before game time.
Each player must have their own account.

To Cancel:

Cancellations are available up to 6 hours before game time.

From the Menu, choose 'My Schedule'
Click the session you wish to cancel
From the dialog box, click 'Cancel'
Cancelled Single Session packages can be used to book another session until August 31, 2025.

What is Pickleball?

Pickleball is an engaging sport that blends elements from tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, offering a unique and enjoyable experience for participants. Played on a court similar in size to badminton, with a net set at a height similar to tennis, Pickleball is accessible to players of all ages and skill levels.

At Winakwa, we host indoor Pickleball sessions in our gym, providing a welcoming environment for players to enjoy the game. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned player, our sessions cater to a diverse range of abilities. The rules of Pickleball are straightforward, making it easy for beginners to grasp the basics and start having fun right away.

If you've never tried Pickleball before but are curious about this exciting sport, we invite you to join us and discover its appeal firsthand. Our community members are enthusiastic about introducing newcomers to the game and ensuring everyone has a positive experience on the court.

We look forward to welcoming you to our Pickleball community and sharing the joy of the game with you.

See you on the court!

About Our Program

Code of Conduct

As a member of Winakwa Pickleball, I commit to upholding the following principles:

I recognize that pickleball is a game meant for enjoyment, and I will prioritize fun in my participation.
I will treat all individuals with respect and kindness, regardless of differences in skill level, background, or opinion.
I will demonstrate fairness and honesty in my interactions and decisions, always maintaining integrity and sportsmanship.
I will strive to foster a positive environment, encouraging teamwork and camaraderie among members.
I will prioritize the safety and well-being of everyone, refraining from any actions that could cause harm.
I will use language that maintains a respectful and courteous culture.
I will refrain from criticizing my partner or fellow members, offering constructive feedback instead of fault-finding.
I will adhere to appropriate attire guidelines, including wearing non-marking indoor court footwear for safety purposes.

Winakwa Pickleball encourages all members to consistently embody good sportsmanship and to promptly report any concerns to the convener. The convener will enforce a disciplinary policy for those who repeatedly violate the Code of Conduct.

Spond - Communincation

Effective communication is essential for fostering a positive and engaging culture within the program. The Spond app will serve as our primary communication platform. Through Spond, participants can chat with each other, facilitating collaboration and camaraderie. Additionally, the convenor and administrative team can share important messages and updates, ensuring that everyone stays informed and connected.

Pickleball Level Definitions

Learn to Play - Coming Soon!

Pickleball is an easy and fun game to learn! The basic rules are simple, allowing you to get started right away. Sign up for our 3-4 session introductory program to familiarize yourself with the game's fundamentals before joining our Novice program. In these sessions, you'll learn the essential rules needed to play. As you progress, more complex rules will be introduced to enhance your skills.

Less than 3.24)

Players at the novice level are primarily focused on exercise, building friendships, and having fun. This level is ideal for newcomers to the game or those seeking a relaxed environment to enjoy and learn pickleball. While players aim to win, enjoyment takes precedence over competition. Rallies tend to be shorter and less intense.

3.25 - 3.49

At this level, they possess a solid understanding of the game, likely gained through experience or a background in athletics. These players seek challenging opponents and aim for building friendships and having fun

3.5 - 3.99

At this level, players are prepared to engage in more competitive play. They possess a solid understanding of the game, likely gained through experience or a background in athletics. These players seek challenging opponents and aim for higher-level shots. Rallies become longer and more intense as players strive for victory.

4.0+

These players thrive on competitive challenges. They possess a deep comprehension of the game and often participate in tournaments. These players excel at executing strategic shots consistently and understand the degrees of high-level play. Their focus is on achieving success through skillful and intense gameplay.

Social

Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to stay active and meet new friends? Join the Winakwa Community Center Social Pickleball Group! Our group is perfect for all ages and skill levels who are interested in learning and playing pickleball in a friendly and supportive environment.

Drop-In

At Winakwa Community Center, our drop-in pickleball sessions are designed to provide a convenient and enjoyable way to play the game. No equipment necessary, simply show up during our scheduled drop-in hours with proper indoor non marking footwear, first come first served and you'll be able to join a game, meet new people, and have fun. No memberships are required—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to play!

Loaner Equipment - Coming Soon!

Rating Descriptions - What do the Numbers Mean?

From the International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association

1 - Novice

New and have only minimal knowledge of the game and rules

1.5 - Beginner

Limited to some rallies
Learning hour to serve
Developing a forehand
Fails to return easy balls frequently and occasionally misses the ball entirely
Play a few games and is learning the court lines, scoring, and some basic rules of the games

2.0 - Beginner

Sustains a short rally with player of equal ability
Demonstrating the basic shot strokes: forehand, backhand, volley, overhead and the serve but has obvious weaknesses in most strokes
Familiar with court positioning in doubles play

2.5 - Advanced Beginner

Makes long lasting slow-paced rallies
Most most easy volleys and uses some backhands, but needs more work on developing shot strokes.
Beginning to approach the non-volley zone to hit volleys
Aware of the 'soft game'
Knowledge of the rules has improved
Court coverage is weak but improving

3.0 - Intermediate

More consistent on the serve and service return and when returning medium-paced balls.
Demonstrates improved skills with all the basic shot strokes and shot placement but lacks control when trying for direction, depth, or power on their shots.
Beginning to attempt lobs and dinks with little success and doesn't fully understand when and why they should be used

3.5 - Advanced Intermediate

Demonstrated improved stoke consistency with directional control on most medium-paced and some faster-paced balls
Demonstrates improved control when trying for directions, depth and power on their shots
Needs to develop variety with their shots
Exhibits some aggressive net play
Beginning to anticipate opponent's shots
Learning about the importance of strategy and teamwork in doubles

4.0 - Advanced

Consistent and dependable strokes, including directional control and depth on both forehand and backhand shots
Reliable serves, lobs, overheads, approach shots and volleys and can use spin shots with some success
Occasionally can force errors when serving
Rallies may be lost due to impatience
Uses the dink shot and drop shots to slow down or change the pace of the game
Demonstrates 3rd shot strategies -drop shots, lobs, and fast-paced ground strokes
Aggressive net play and teamwork in doubles is evident
Fully understands the rules of the game and can play by them

4.5 - Advanced

Beginning to mater the use of power and spin, can successfully execute all shots, can control the depth of their shots, and can handle pace
Beginning to master the dink shots and drop shots and their importance to the game
Beginning to most 3rd shot choices
Displays sound footwork and moves well enough to get to the non-volley zone whenever required
Understands strategy and can adjust style of play and game plan according to the opponent's strengths and weaknesses and court position
Serves with power and accuracy and can also vary the speed and spin of the serve
Understands the importance of "keeping the ball in play" and the effect of making errors
Making good choices in shot selection
Anticipates the opponent's shots resulting in good court positioning

5.0 - Expert

Mastered all the skills - all shot types, touch, spin, serves, with control and can use them as weapons
Excellent shot anticipation, extremally accurate shot placement and regularly hit winning shots
Forces opponents into making errors by "keeping the boll in play"
Mastered the dink and drop shots
Mastered the 3rd shot choices and strategies
Uses soft shots, dinks and lobs to set up offensive situations
Mastered pickleball strategies and can vary strategies and styles of play in competitive or tournament matches
Dependable in stressful situations as in tournament match play
Athletic ability, quickness, agility, and raw athleticism are also qualifies that are sometimes what separates the top players from those near the top.

Summer Pickleball!

Questions?

Contact Pickleball

Summer Pickleball

Summer Pickleball is Here!

Dates

Schedule

Sessions

Registration

Not a Member? Want to Bring a Friend?

Summer Schedule

What is Pickleball?

About Our Program

Code of Conduct

Spond - Communincation

Pickleball Level Definitions

Learn to Play - Coming Soon!

Less than 3.24)

3.25 - 3.49

3.5 - 3.99

4.0+

Social

Drop-In

Rating Descriptions - What do the Numbers Mean?