Pickleball

• Paddles will be provided for any players that do not have their own.
• Players do not need to purchase or bring any of their own equipment.
• Comfortable/active clothing and running shoes recommended.

The Aurora Seniors Association offers weekly Pickleball drop-ins at both the Aurora Seniors Centre and Aurora Family Leisure Complex for older adults 55 + yrs. For more information, please visit the Aurora Seniors Association website.

Note: Drop-in play at all shared tennis/pickleball courts shall be on a first-come, first-served basis, utilizing the paddle method for pickleball and rotating on the hour for tennis.

ADULT – PICKLEBALL LEAGUE – BEGINNERS

Age: 18+ years

Location: Aurora Family Leisure Complex – Gymnasium

Offered by Elevation Athletics Association, this weekly pickleball league is a developmental doubles league where each player does not need to have a registered partner. Players will be assigned to matches competing for individual points and league ranking. Paddles will be provided for players that do not have their own. Limited experience required; this league is for players that may be new to Pickleball.

*No class on: May 4

^No class on: May 5

ADULT – PICKLEBALL LEAGUE - INTERMEDIATE

Age: 18+ years

Location: Aurora Family Leisure Complex – Gymnasium

Offered by Elevation Athletics Association, this weekly pickleball league is a developmental doubles league where each player does not need to have a registered partner. Players will be assigned to matches competing for individual points and league ranking. Paddles will be provided for players that do not have their own. This league is for more experienced Pickleball players.

*No class on: May 5

ADULT – PICKLEBALL LEARN TO PLAY – LESSONS

Age: 18+ years

Location:

*Aurora Family Leisure Complex – Gymnasium

^Aurora Seniors Centre – West McKenzie

Players will learn pickleball basics and be able to play with confidence at the end of the 8 sessions. Coaches will cover the fundamentals of serve, return and volley. All players will be assessed based on the Canadian Pickleball Rating system on the last day. This program is offered by Elevation Athletics Association. All abilities and skill levels welcome. Paddles will be provided for players that do not have their own.

~No class on: May 22

>No class on: May 24

YOUTH – PICKLEBALL LEARN TO PLAY

Age: 10 to 17 years

Location: Aurora Seniors Centre – West McKenzie

New to Pickleball? This is a fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. Youth will learn pickleball basics and be able to play with more confidence at the end of this introductory learn to play program. This is a great opportunity for youth to try a new activity as Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. Our coaches will cover the fundamentals of serve, return and volley. This program is offered by Elevation Athletics Association. All abilities and skill levels welcome. Paddles will be provided for players that do not have their own.

*No class on: May 22

^No class on: April 29, May 6, May 27

• Open Play: All levels welcome
• Beginner: For Levels 2.5 & Below; geared to players who have learned the skills and now want to play some games.
• Intermediate: For Levels 3.0 & Below
• Advanced: For Levels 3.5 & Above

For a guideline of individual's level of play, visit the IPTPA website (International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association) to view the rankings and assessments.

Location: A.C.C. – McAlpine Ford Arena Floor

Note: Admissions for drop-ins at the Aurora Community Centre (A.C.C.) can only be purchased with cash or credit card (VISA and Mastercard only) or through redemption of punch pass tokens. To purchase punch pass tokens or reload a current punch pass in advance, please visit the Aurora Family Leisure Complex or Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex. This feature is not available at the A.C.C.

• Open to participants ages 18+. Each drop-in will have a capacity of 18 players.
• Drop-ins are first-come, first-served, with admissions beginning 15 minutes prior to program time.
• Admission must be purchased in-person at the Customer Service Desk before participants may enter the courts. Due to high demand, participants are not permitted to pay and hold spots for others.
• Regular drop-in rates apply. Pre-registration is not required.
  • Adult (18 to 54) - $4.25 per single entry; $36.25 for 10 tickets
  • Older Adults (55+) - $3.00 per single entry; $25.50 for 10 tickets
• Drop-ins will be unstaffed. No instruction will be provided. All skill levels are welcome.
• Paddles will be provided for any players that do not have their own.
• Players asked to organize rotations as needed amongst themselves during drop-in times to ensure fair and equitable playing time for all.
• Players must leave the gymnasium at the end of the designated drop-in time.

(Updated on May 12, 2023)

• Open to participants ages 4 to 17 with accompanying adults. Children ages 4 to 8 years must have a guardian present. Guardian must pay program fee.
• Each drop-in will have a capacity of 20 players.
• Drop-ins are first-come, first-served, with admissions beginning 15 minutes prior to program time.
• Admission must be purchased in-person at the Customer Service Desk before participants may enter the courts. Due to high demand, participants are not permitted to pay and hold spots for others.
• Regular drop-in rates apply. View AFLC Drop-In Programs webpage for fees. Pre-registration is not required.
• No instruction will be provided. All skill levels are welcome.
• Paddles will be provided for any players that do not have their own.
• Players asked to organize rotations as needed amongst themselves during drop-in times to ensure fair and equitable playing time for all.
• Players must leave the gymnasium at the end of the designated drop-in time.

(Updated on May 12, 2023)