Youth Pickleball Clinic

Youth Pickleball Clinics: Our Youth Pickleball Training is the perfect way for young players to learn and develop the key skills needed to excel at...More

Youth Pickleball Clinics: Our Youth Pickleball Training is the perfect way for young players to learn and develop the key skills needed to excel at pickleball! This fun and engaging program focuses on the foundational elements of the game, from proper paddle grip and footwork to serving, rallying, and understanding court positioning.

Our experienced instructors will guide players through drills and activities designed to improve their skills while emphasizing the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship, and strategy. Whether your child is just starting out or has some experience, they'll gain confidence, improve their game, and have a blast doing it!

Key elements covered in the training include:

  • Basic Skills: Serving, returning, and volleying
  • Footwork & Positioning: How to move efficiently on the court
  • Game Strategy: How to read your opponent and play smarter
  • Sportsmanship: Encouraging fair play and respect on and off the court

With a focus on fun, fitness, and fundamentals, our Youth Pickleball Training helps young players build a strong foundation for the game while fostering a love for the sport. Join us and watch your child develop the skills and confidence to play pickleball with pride! 

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Sports Clinic: Pickleball (4th-6th)

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

5/1/2025 to 5/24/2025

Wed

6:00 PM to 6:45 PM

8y to 11y 11m

Registration 10/22/2024 to 4/30/2025


Beginner Pickleball Clinic

Adult Pickleball Clinics: Our Adult Pickleball Training is designed to help players of all levels elevate their game through focused, personalized ...More

Adult Pickleball Clinics: Our Adult Pickleball Training is designed to help players of all levels elevate their game through focused, personalized instruction. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your advanced skills, this training is tailored to meet your needs with small-group sessions that emphasize key pickleball elements and specialized topics for those ready to take their game to the next level.

We’ll break out into smaller groups based on skill level, allowing for targeted attention on core skills like:

  • Serving and Returning: Mastering consistent serves and accurate returns
  • Footwork & Positioning: Improving your movement and court awareness
  • Volleying & Dinking: Perfecting soft shots and net play
  • Strategy & Court Awareness: Understanding positioning and shot selection to outsmart opponents

For more advanced players, we'll dive into specialty topics such as:

  • Advanced Shot Techniques: Power shots, spins, and deceptive moves
  • Defensive Play: How to handle tough situations and turn defense into offense
  • Tactical Play: Developing match strategies, understanding opponent weaknesses, and playing mind games

Our experienced instructors will provide tailored feedback, ensuring every player leaves with concrete tools to improve. The small-group format allows for individualized attention, so whether you're fine-tuning the basics or mastering more complex techniques, you'll get the coaching you need to level up your pickleball game.

Join us for an exciting and enriching experience where you’ll not only improve your skills but also gain the confidence to take on more competitive play!

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Sports Clinic: 18+ Pickleball

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

5/1/2025 to 5/24/2025

Wed

7:00 PM to 7:45 PM

18y and up

Registration 10/22/2024 to 4/30/2025


Intro to Pickleball

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

5/8/2025 to 5/8/2025

Thu

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

12y and up

Registration 10/1/2024 to 5/7/2025


Intro to Pickleball

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

5/15/2025 to 5/15/2025

Thu

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

12y and up

Registration 10/1/2024 to 5/7/2025


Sports Clinic: 18+ Pickleball

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

6/2/2025 to 6/29/2025

Wed

7:00 PM to 7:45 PM

18y and up

Registration 4/14/2025 to 5/31/2025


Sports Clinic: 18+ Pickleball

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

7/7/2025 to 7/31/2025

Wed

7:00 PM to 7:45 PM

18y and up

Registration 5/2/2025 to 7/6/2025


Sports Clinic: 18+ Pickleball

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

8/1/2025 to 8/28/2025

Wed

7:00 PM to 7:45 PM

18y and up

Registration 5/2/2025 to 7/31/2025


Intro to Pickleball

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

7/31/2025 to 7/31/2025

Thu

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

12y and up

Registration 5/2/2025 to 7/30/2025


Intro to Pickleball

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

8/7/2025 to 8/7/2025

Thu

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

12y and up

Registration 5/2/2025 to 8/6/2025


Adult Beginner Pickleball Clinic

Schererville Family YMCA

5/1/2025 to 5/24/2025

Tue

6:15 PM to 7:15 PM

18y and up

Registration 10/9/2024 to 4/30/2025


Adult Beginner Pickleball Clinic

Schererville Family YMCA

6/2/2025 to 6/29/2025

Tue

6:15 PM to 7:15 PM

18y and up

Registration 5/2/2025 to 5/31/2025


Adult Beginner Pickleball Clinic

Schererville Family YMCA

6/2/2025 to 6/29/2025

Thu

3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

18y and up

Registration 5/2/2025 to 5/31/2025


Adult Beginner Pickleball Clinic

Schererville Family YMCA

7/7/2025 to 7/31/2025

Tue

6:15 PM to 7:15 PM

18y and up

Registration 5/2/2025 to 7/6/2025


Adult Beginner Pickleball Clinic

Schererville Family YMCA

7/7/2025 to 7/31/2025

Thu

3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

18y and up

Registration 5/2/2025 to 7/6/2025


Adult Beginner Pickleball Clinic

Schererville Family YMCA

8/1/2025 to 8/28/2025

Tue

6:15 PM to 7:15 PM

18y and up

Registration 5/2/2025 to 7/31/2025


Adult Beginner Pickleball Clinic

Schererville Family YMCA

8/1/2025 to 8/28/2025

Thu

3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

18y and up

Registration 5/2/2025 to 7/31/2025


Beginner Plus: Skills, Drills, and Strategy

This clinic is designed for seasoned Beginner players looking to play at the Intermediate leverl. In this session we will focus on refining  fundam...More

This clinic is designed for seasoned Beginner players looking to play at the Intermediate leverl. In this session we will focus on refining  fundamentals such as proper technique, court positioning, shot selection, and match play strategy. Areas of work include but are not limited to: developing your shots (drops, drives, lobs, and introduction to top spin), drills that improve your game play (kitchen play, volleys, drop and dive locations), and strategies for shot selecetion and court awareness ( the when, how, and where of your shots, developing proper footwork,  and court positioning).

Each week will include approximately 2 hours of teaching the techniques followed by instructional game play utilizing those fundamentals.

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Beginner Plus: Skills, Drills, and Strategy

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

5/8/2025 to 5/22/2025

Thu

7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

16y and up

Registration 3/5/2025 to 5/4/2025


Intermediate: Skills, Drills, and Strategy

This clinic is designed for seasoned Intermediate players looking to play at the Advanced level. In this session we will focus on refining fundamen...More

This clinic is designed for seasoned Intermediate players looking to play at the Advanced level. In this session we will focus on refining fundamentals such as proper technique, court positioning, shot selection, and match play stategry. Areas of work include but not limited to: Perfecting your shots ( drops, drives, top spin, slice, lobs, and introduction to hybrid drives), drills that improve your game (aggressive dinks, fast hand battles, speed-ups, two handed backhand, and drive selection), strategies for shot selection and court awareness ( the when, how, and where of your shots, developing proper footwork, anticipation of the next shot, how to offensively or defensively play against different opponents).

 

Each week will include approximately 2 hours of teaching the techniques followed by an hour of instructional game play utilizing those fundamentals. This will be taught by our Pickleball Manager and Certified instructor Lance Reinsma.

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Intermediate: Skills, Drills, and Strategy

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

5/29/2025 to 6/12/2025

Thu

7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

16y and up

Registration 3/5/2025 to 5/25/2025


18+ Pickleball League- Intro/Beginner (82)

Member 30$, Guest: 60$.

Format: 6-week league.

Play Style: Doubles.

Rotate partners each week.

Final rankin...More

Member 30$, Guest: 60$.

Format: 6-week league.

Play Style: Doubles.

Rotate partners each week.

Final rankings are determined by Wins and Losses & point differential of all matches played.

15-minute timed matches or first team to 11 and win by 2.

Guaranteed 3 games a night.

Level-Intro/Beginner: This league is meant for very novice pickleball players with little to no experience but are interested in being more involved in the sport or enhancing their skill. For those of you new to pickleball, there is a rating scale for pickleball players from 1.0-5.0+. A beginner level pickleball player falls in a rating of 1.0-2.0. How do you know what level you are at? Please read the rating descriptions below:

1.0-2.0 Rating: This player is just starting to play pickleball and has no other sports background. Minimal understanding of rules of the game.

If you are not sure of your rating or if you are unsure of the league you should be playing in, please reach out to Sports Director, Andrew Main to answer any questions and assist you with your placement. Please keep in mind, skill of a player and physical capabilities are two separate criteria. Please consider both when determining your rating.

In the case you register for a league and are not accurate with your self-evaluation player rating. At the discretion of the Sports Director, you may be asked to participant in a different league that better fits your skill set to ensure the experience for all other members in that current league. If another league is not available due to capacity issues, you may be asked to wait until next league session to participate and be granted a full refund for the current league.

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18+ Pickleball League- Intro/Beginner

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

5/22/2025 to 6/12/2025

Thu

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

18y and up

Registration 4/7/2025 to 5/18/2025


Round Robin Pickleball Tournament

Join us for a fun-filled Round Robin Pickleball Tournament designed specifically for Beginner Plus Skill Level and Female players! Whether you’ve b...More

Join us for a fun-filled Round Robin Pickleball Tournament designed specifically for Beginner Plus Skill Level and Female players! Whether you’ve been playing for a little while or are just starting to get comfortable on the court, this event is the perfect chance to test your skills in a supportive, friendly environment.

In our Round Robin format, you'll play a series of matches against different opponents, ensuring you get lots of action and a variety of experiences. Players will face off and be paired with and against other players every match, so you'll have plenty of opportunities to improve, learn, meet new people, and most importantly, have fun!

The tournament is all about enjoying the game, meeting new people, and improving together. After the round robin matches, the top players will move on to a final round robin for a chance to claim the championship and take home a medal!

Whether you’re looking to compete or just have a good time, this tournament is all about learning and enjoying the sport in a welcoming atmosphere. Come for the pickleball, stay for the fun!

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Pickleball Tournament: Beginner Plus Queen of the Court

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

4/26/2025 to 4/26/2025

Sat

9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

16y and up

Registration 1/28/2025 to 4/24/2025


Pickleball Tournament: Intermediate Queen of the Court

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

4/26/2025 to 4/26/2025

Sat

9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

18y and up

Registration 1/28/2025 to 4/24/2025


King of The Court

Join us for a fun-filled Round Robin Pickleball Tournament designed specifically for Beginner Plus Skill Level and Male players! Whether you’ve bee...More

Join us for a fun-filled Round Robin Pickleball Tournament designed specifically for Beginner Plus Skill Level and Male players! Whether you’ve been playing for a little while or are just starting to get comfortable on the court, this event is the perfect chance to test your skills in a supportive, friendly environment.

In our Round Robin format, you'll play a series of matches against different opponents, ensuring you get lots of action and a variety of experiences. Players will face off and be paired with and against other players every match, so you'll have plenty of opportunities to improve, learn, meet new people, and most importantly, have fun!

The tournament is all about enjoying the game, meeting new people, and improving together. After the round robin matches, the top players will move on to a final round robin for a chance to claim the championship and take home a medal!

Whether you’re looking to compete or just have a good time, this tournament is all about learning and enjoying the sport in a welcoming atmosphere. Come for the pickleball, stay for the fun!

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Pickleball Tournament: Beginner Plus King of the Court

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

5/3/2025 to 5/3/2025

Sat

9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

16y and up

Registration 1/28/2025 to 5/1/2025


Pickleball Tournament: Intermediate King of the Court

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

5/3/2025 to 5/3/2025

Sat

9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

18y and up

Registration 1/28/2025 to 5/1/2025


Pickleball League - Beginner Plus

Member 30$, Guest: 60$.

Format: 6-week league.

Play Style: Doubles.

Rotate partners each week.

Final rankin...More

Member 30$, Guest: 60$.

Format: 6-week league.

Play Style: Doubles.

Rotate partners each week.

Final rankings are determined by Wins and Losses/point differential of all matches played.

15-minute timed matches or first team to 11 & win by 2.

Guaranteed 3 games a night.

Level-Beginner Plus: This league is meant for pickleball players who know how to play the game but aren't quite at the skill level of an intermediate player. A pickleball rating scale helps players determine what level they should play at, here is a rating scale for pickleball players from 1.0-5.0+. A beginner plus level pickleball player falls in a rating of 2.0-3.0. How do you know what level you are at? Please read the rating descriptions below:

2.0-2.5 Rating: This player has limited experience. Can sustain a short rally with players of equal ability. Basic ability to keep score.

3.0 Rating: Understands fundamentals. Is learning proper court positioning. Knows the fundamental rules and can keep score.

If you are not sure of your rating or if you are unsure of the league, you should be playing in, please reach out to Sports Director, Andrew Main to answer any questions and assist you with your placement. Please keep in mind, skill of a player and physical capabilities are two separate criteria. Please consider both when determining your rating.

In the case you register for a league and are not accurate with your self-evaluation player rating. At the discretion of the Sports Director, you may be asked to participate in a different league that better fits your skill set to ensure the experience for all other members in that current league. If another league is not available due to capacity issues, you may be asked to wait until next league session to participate and be granted a full refund for the current league.

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Pickleball League - Beginner Plus

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

6/19/2025 to 7/24/2025

Thu

7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

18y and up

Registration 5/1/2025 to 6/15/2025


Pickleball League - Intermediate

Member 30$, Guest: 60$.

Format: 6-week league.
Play Style: Doubles.
Rotate partners each week.
Final rankings are de...More


Member 30$, Guest: 60$.

Format: 6-week league.
Play Style: Doubles.
Rotate partners each week.
Final rankings are determined by Wins and Losses/point differential of all matches played.
15-minute timed matches or first team to 11 & win by 2.
Guaranteed 3 games a night.

Level-Intermediate: This league is meant for pickleball players who have a good understanding of the game & the rules. Using the double-digit scale of pickleball rating, an intermediate pickleball player falls in a rating of 3.0-4.0. How do you know what level you are at? Please read the rating descriptions below:

3.0 Rating: Understands fundamentals. Is learning proper court positioning. Knows the fundamental rules and can keep score.

3.5 rating-Moves quickly towards the non-volley zone when opportunity is there. Acknowledges the difference between hard game and soft game. Can sustain short rallies. Is learning proper court positioning. Basic knowledge of stacking and understanding situations where it can be effective.

4.0 rating-Aware of partner's position on the court and is able to move as a team. Demonstrates ability to change direction in an offensive manner. Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the rules. Has a moderate number of unforced errors. Understanding strategies to win games.

Please contact Sports Director, Andrew Main, to answer any questions and assist you with your placement. Please keep in mind, skill of a player and physical capabilities are two separate criteria.

In the case you register for a league and are not accurate with your self-evaluation player rating. At the discretion of the Sports Director, you may be asked to participate in a different league that better fits your skill set to ensure the experience for all other members in that current league. If another league is not available due to capacity issues, you may be asked to wait until the next league session to participate and be granted a full refund for the current league.

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Pickleball League - Intermediate

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

6/19/2025 to 7/24/2025

Thu

8:30 PM to 10:00 PM

18y and up

Registration 5/1/2025 to 6/15/2025


Pickleball Doubles Ladder League

Sports, fun and exploring new interests aren’t just for the young. Along with improving health, whenever teamwork is involved, there's the adde...More

Sports, fun and exploring new interests aren’t just for the young. Along with improving health, whenever teamwork is involved, there's the added benefit of being connected to others.  That's why youl'll find a range of recreational activities at the Y. With something to offer for everyone, there’s no such thing as being too old to get into the game.

18 & over co-ed; Ladder League welcomes all skill levels and match ups each week are determined by your overall standing in the league.

Member 60$, Guest: 120$.

Format: 6-week league.
Play Style: Doubles.
Keep Same Partner the entire league.
Final rankings are determined by Wins and Losses/point differential of all matches played.
15-minute timed matches or first team to 11 & win by 2.
Guaranteed 3 games a night.

Only one partner registers for the league. Please enter the name of your partner during the registration process.

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Pickleball Doubles Ladder League

Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA

6/19/2025 to 7/24/2025

Thu

5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

18y and up

Registration 5/1/2025 to 6/15/2025