Pickleball in Orangeville
Pickleball is a fun sport played both indoors and outdoors. Played on a court with similar dimensions to badminton, pickleball borrows many of its rules from other racquet sports such as tennis and table tennis.
It is easy for beginners to learn and is a great sport for all ages and abilities.
One court at the Saputo Centre for Health & Wellness at Alder Recreation Centre and two courts on Arena B Floor at Tony Rose Memorial Sports Centre are available to reserve.
Please follow these guidelines for casual, free play. Players must bring their own net and equipment.
Pickleball Clinics with Taylored Pickleball Academy
Beginners welcome! Learn North America's fastest growing sport with industry professional coaches from Taylored Pickleball Academy. Lessons take place at Orangeville Lions Sports Park.
Pickleball 101: Let's Play Pickleball |
Have you just heard about pickleball or played it a couple of times; this program is the best way for you to ensure that your game is getting off on the right foot. This 4-week session will introduce, reinforce, and improve your understanding of the pickleball concepts, strokes, and strategies you need to play and excel in this great game. The goal of this program will be to ensure that you are comfortable with all aspects of the game, and able to compete in a gameplay environment. All equipment will be provided. June 5 to 26 Wednesdays 3:30-4:30PM Wednesdays 5:30-6:30PM |
Pickleball 102: Practice Makes Pickleball |
Whether you have been playing for a year or 10 years, if you are looking to take that next step in your game, then 'Practice Makes Pickleball' is for you. This is the next step in our pickleball programming. This 4-week session will build upon the concepts, skills and strategies that were introduced in 'Let's Play Pickleball' or that you have acquired through your pickleball experience. The goal of this program is to help you recognize your potential and focus on improving the quality of the strokes/shots that you are already executing. All equipment will be provided. June 5 to 26 Wednesdays 6:30-7:30PM |
Introducing Youth to Pickleball |
This 4-week program is for youth ages 10-16 years old that are looking to learn how to play pickleball. This program will include an introduction which will cover all basic rules, skills, and concepts through a variety of exercises and game-based scenarios and drills so they can get the full experience of the sport. Promotion of teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership will all also be part of the focus of this weekly program. All equipment will be provided. June 5 to 26 Wednesdays 4:30-5:30PM |
Where to play?
Orangeville has pickleball courts in a few locations across Town. Locations have different amenities and specific court offerings.
Saputo Health & Wellness Centre at Alder Recreation Centre - 275 Alder Street |
Court Reservations
This recreational drop-in program is for adults to engage in a social pickleball game. A maximum of 4 spots are available, enough for a doubles game! Pre-registration is recommended. Secure your spot 75 hours in advance. 1 net is provided. Please bring your own paddle and balls. The court is located at the Saputo Health & Wellness Centre, upstairs at Alder Recreation Centre. Cost: $5.00 for 1.5 hours Youth Social Pickleball Drop-In This recreational drop-in program is for youth ages 12-17 to engage in a social pickleball game. A maximum of 8 spots are available. Players will rotate for court time. Pre-registration is recommended. Secure your spot 75 hours in advance. 1 net is provided. Equipment is available for use. The court is located at the Saputo Health & Wellness Centre, upstairs at Alder Recreation Centre. Tuesdays 5:10-6:10 p.m. Cost: $3.00 |
Arena B Floor at Tony Rose Memorial Sports Centre - 6 Northmen Way |
Court Reservations |
Orangeville Lions Sports Park - 120 Diane Drive (open June 1 to September 30) |
The sports pad at Orangeville Lions Sports Pad includes 4 outdoor pickleball courts. The courts are available for casual play on a first come, first served basis. For casual play, players must bring their own equipment including net. The courts are not available during permitted times. Please be advised that the sports pad is a multi-use facility, available for casual play of other sports as well. Please note: Courts are not lit for evening play. Outdoor pickleball pass holders can book exclusive court times at Orangeville Lions Sports Park during the following hours:
Court reservations open 75 hours in advance. Once a court pass is purchased, there is no additional fee to book the court. Pass holders can book a maximum of 1 court per day. |
Idyllwilde Park - 55 Second Avenue (open June 1 to September 30) |
Idyllwilde Park has 3 outdoor pickleball court located at the west end of the park. This court is available for casual play on a first come, first served basis. For casual play, players must bring their own equipment including net. Please be advised that this is a multi-use facility, available for casual play of other sports as well. |
Outdoor Pickleball Court Pass - Orangeville Lions Sports Park
The Orangeville Recreation department is excited for another summer of outdoor pickleball, including the return of the Outdoor Pickleball Court Pass. From June 1 to September 30, this pass provides outdoor pickleball court reservation privileges at Orangeville Lions Sports Park at 120 Diane Drive. The cost for the season is $40. Pass holders can book a maximum of 1 court per day.
Pass holders:
- Can book a court online for up to 3 guests and themselves;
- Will be provided a lock code to access nets;
- Must set up and take down the nets;
- Provide their own paddles and balls.
Outdoor pickleball court pass holders can book exclusive court times at Orangeville Lions Sports Park during the following hours:
- Mondays 5:00pm, 6:30pm
- Tuesdays 9:00am, 10:30am, 5:00pm, 6:30pm
- Fridays 9:00am, 10:30am
- Sundays 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm
Court reservations open 75 hours in advance. Once a court pass is purchased, there is no additional fee to book a court. Pass holders can book a maximum of 1 court per day.
How to set up a Pickleball Net
Purchase an Outdoor Pickleball Court Pass
Frequently Asked Questions
For casual play, will there be nets? | ||||||||||||||||
No. For casual (free) play there are no nets provided. Participants must bring and set up their own net. | ||||||||||||||||
Do I need to bring equipment? | ||||||||||||||||
Yes. For Court Reservations and Adult Social Pickleball, players need to bring their own paddle and balls. Indoors shoes are also required. For outdoor court reservations (pass holders only), players need to bring their own paddle and balls. Players must also set up the net and take it down at the conclusion of their court time. |
||||||||||||||||
I have registered for Adult Social Pickleball, but there aren't enough players for a doubles game. What should I do? | ||||||||||||||||
There is a chance that 4 players may not sign up for a game. An individual will still have access to the court to practice and hit the ball around. If 2 players are registered, you can enjoy a singles game! If 3 players register, rotate for a singles game. | ||||||||||||||||
How do you play Pickleball? | ||||||||||||||||
Pickleball is a fun sport played both indoors and outdoors. Played on a court with similar dimensions to badminton, pickleball borrows many of its rules from other racquet sports such as tennis and table tennis. The basic rules of the the game are simple and easy and that is what makes Pickleball fun to play. Here are the basic rules you need to know or teach to get started. More complex rules can be introduced as players progress.
|
||||||||||||||||
Where can I play indoors? | ||||||||||||||||
Court Reservations Cost to reserve: $16.75
This recreational drop-in program is for adults to engage in a social pickleball game. A maximum of 4 spots are available, enough for a doubles game! Pre-registration is recommended. Secure your spot 75 hours in advance. 1 net is provided. Please bring your own paddle and balls. The court is located at the Saputo Health & Wellness Centre, upstairs at Alder Recreation Centre. Cost: $5.00 for 1.5 hours
Youth Social Pickleball Drop-In This recreational drop-in program is for youth ages 12-17 to engage in a social pickleball game. A maximum of 8 spots are available. Players will rotate for court time. Pre-registration is recommended. Secure your spot 75 hours in advance. 1 net is provided. Equipment is available for use. The court is located at the Saputo Health & Wellness Centre, upstairs at Alder Recreation Centre. Tuesdays 5:10-6:10 p.m. Cost: $3.00 |
||||||||||||||||
I have an Outdoor Pickleball Court Pass. What if it rains during my court time? |
||||||||||||||||
Unfortunately there is no compensation for court time missed due to inclement weather. |
||||||||||||||||
Why can't I book a court at the Orangeville Lions Sports Park? |
||||||||||||||||
Court reservations at Orangeville Lions sports Park are for pass holders only. Registration opens 75 hours in advance of the court times. |
||||||||||||||||
I have a court reserved at the sports pad at Orangeville Lions Sports Park (I am a pass holder). There is another group playing on my court. |
||||||||||||||||
Reservable court times are posted on the public notice bulletin board at the washroom building. Please kindly remind the other group that you have the court reserved. If there are any questions regarding reservation times, please direct the group to view the public notice board. Other activities are permitted on the sports pad. Please share the space (outside of your court area) with other users. |
||||||||||||||||
What is the fee for an Outdoor Pickleball Court Pass? |
||||||||||||||||
$40+tax for Orangeville residents. $48+tax for non-residents. This is the fee for the entire season (June 1 to September 30). Fees for purchasing a pass later in the season are NOT pro-rated. |
||||||||||||||||
I have purchased my Outdoor Pickleball Court Pass. Do I have to pay to reserve a court at Orangeville Lions Sports Park? |
||||||||||||||||
No. Once a court pass is purchased, there is no additional fee to book a court. Pass holders can book a maximum of 1 court per day. |
||||||||||||||||
During the summer, are the indoor courts still available at the Saputo Centre at Alder and/or B Floor at Tony Rose? |
||||||||||||||||
Yes. The indoor courts are still available for reservation, on a reduced summer schedule. The cost is $16.75 for 1.5 hours. The Saputo Centre at Alder Recreation Centre is primarily used for summer camp from mid-June to the end of August. |