Pickleball

SERENA LY

Pickleball & Tennis Admin Assistant 604-269-8895 pickleball@arbutusclub.com

Serena plays a key role supporting both the Pickleball and Tennis departments. If you would like more information on this dynamic sport contact Serena. Pickleball is a dynamic sport that combines badminton, tennis and table tennis. The net is lower to allow for faster play and it is a very social sport where you can meet, play and have fun with fellow Members. New players are always welcome.

There are two designated pickleball courts, P1 and P2, located outdoors, as well as indoor courts available in the North Gymnasium. All courts must be reserved in advance. There is no drop-in play, round robins or spectators until further notice.

COURT RESERVATIONS

• Courts must be booked in advance online in GameTime and a minimum of 2 players names must be listed. • No walk-on or drop-in play permitted. • One court per member may be booked up to 6 days in advance, starting at 6am online. • Players must check in for their court at Club Reception upon arrival. • Same day bookings are permitted if courts are available • Players are encouraged to play with members of the same household or trusted pods. Spectators & guests are not permitted. • Each player must use their own paddle and balls. • Refillable water fountain available, bring a water bottle. • Players must setup and take down the nets before and after their booking, unless the following court is booked for an incoming group and they have arrived.

OUTDOOR COURTS P1 AND P2

• Court reservations are available under the ‘PICKLEBALL’ heading in

GameTime.

NORTH GYMNASIUM

• Court reservations are available under the ‘NORTH GYM’ heading in

GameTime.

EMAIL NOTIFICATIONS

Schedules, notices and information about Pickleball is sent out regularly through email. To be added to our mailing list please email pickleball@ arbutusclub.com Please note that the Coach reserves the right to move participants who are not registered for the correct level. Participants are strongly encouraged to bring their own paddle, or purchase one from The Shoppe.

LEARN TO PLAY PICKLEBALL (16YRS+)

Begin your process of understanding this fast-growing sport. Participants will leave with an understanding of the basic rules of pickleball, the proper way to hold a paddle, how to keep score and how to serve.

SPRING

Apr 06-Apr 27 T 12:00-1:15PM $120.00/4 sess. 28330 May 04-May 25 T 12:00-1:15PM $120.00/4 sess. 28331 Jun 01-Jun 22 T 12:00-1:15PM $120.00/4 sess. 28332 Apr 07-Apr 28 W 5:15-6:30PM $120.00/4 sess. 28333 May 05-May 26 W 5:15-6:30PM $120.00/4 sess. 28334 Jun 02-Jun 23 W 5:15-6:30PM $120.00/4 sess. 28335

INTERMEDIATE PICKLEBALL (16YRS+)

For players who have a strong knowledge of the rules and play but want to develop their skills further. Participants will leave with an understanding of different serves and placement, shot placement during a game, developing and improving their third shot, making proper forehand and backhand shots, play lob shots, hit an overhead shot and smash, understanding how to volley and improving their dinking skills.

SPRING

Apr 06-Apr 27 T 1:15-2:30PM $120.00/4 sess. 28340 May 04-May 25 T 1:15-2:30PM $120.00/4 sess. 28341 Jun 01-Jun 22 T 1:15-2:30PM $120.00/4 sess. 28342 Apr 07-Apr 28 W 6:30-7:45PM $120.00/4 sess. 28343 Jun 02-Jun 23 W 6:30-7:45PM $120.00/4 sess. 28344

ADVANCED BEGINNER PICKLEBALL (16YRS+)

Geared toward the player who is new to the sport and has an understanding of the rules. Participants will increase their knowledge of pickleball by learning about key parts of the game; ball placement, making proper forehand and backhand shots, dinking and game strategy.

SPRING

Apr 06-Apr 27 T 2:30-3:45PM $120.00/4 sess. 28360 May 04-May 25 T 2:30-3:45PM $120.00/4 sess. 28361 May 05-May 26 W 6:30-7:45PM $120.00/4 sess. 28362 Jun 01-Jun 22 T 2:30-3:45PM $120.00/4 sess. 28363

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancellations for pickleball programs must be made before the start day and time. Once the program begins, cancellations must be received within 24 hours after the first class for a pro-rated credit. Cancellation fees may not apply if a waitlisted member can fill the spot, if a doctor’s note is provided for medical reasons, or approval is given.