Pickleball

'The expert in anything was once a beginner'. Waterloo Pickleball Club welcomes all ages and abilities — no membership is required. Connect with other pickleballers in our Facebook group.

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On this page

1. Booking a game
2. Fees
3. Learn to play clinics
4. RIM Park schedule
5. Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex schedule
6. Free games
7. League registration
8. League standings
9. Contact us

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Booking a game

• book online using ActiveWaterloo
• online booking opens 72 hours in advance
• equipment is available for use
• pickleball activities take place at the RIM Park Manulife Sportsplex or Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex.
• review the schedule carefully when booking as it may change

Book a Pickleball time on ActiveWaterloo

Levels of play

Beginner (2.0 - 2.5 skill rating) Players should be new to the sport, and wanting to learn in a fun environment. Staff are there to provide guidance as needed with rules, etiquette, and game play. Novice (2.5 - 3.0 skill rating) Players know the basic rules of how to play the game, and are working on more consistent play. Intermediate (3.0 - 3.5 skill rating) Players should be skilled in most aspects of the game and have a good understanding of the rules. Advanced (3.5 + skill rating) Players are able to demonstrate strategy, are working on more consistent control, and ball placement, allowing less unforced errors. Open (all skill levels) All skill levels are welcome. It is an asset when attending to know the basics of how to play. Family This program is for multigenerational/family play. All skill levels are welcome. Participants under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

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Fees

This chart outlines single admission costs and multiple visit costs using our FitPass. FitPasses can be purchased online using ActiveWaterloo.

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Learn to play clinics

If you are new to the sport of pickleball and prefer to have some basics before coming out to drop in, we offer clinics. Participants will leave with:

• an understanding of the basic rules of pickleball
• the proper way to hold a racquet
• how to keep score
• how to serve

All participants must pre‐register online on ActiveWaterloo.

Spring clinics are open for registration. Additional dates will be added based on need and space availability.

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RIM Park schedule

The schedule is effective May 12.

Game format:

• maximum of 52 players, 4 per court
• players get 1 hour and 20 minutes of continuous play, rotation amongst courts is allowed

Games are played from Monday to Thursday.

Monday

• Intermediate: 9:00 to 10:20 a.m.
• Intermediate: 10:30 to 11:50 a.m.

Tuesday

• Open: 9:00 to 10:20 a.m.
• Open: 10:30 to 11:50 a.m.
• Beginner: noon to 1:20 p.m. (28 spots)

Wednesday

• Intermediate: 9:00 to 10:20 a.m.
• Intermediate: 10:30 to 11:50 a.m.

Thursday

• Open: 9:00 to 10:20 a.m.
• Open: 10:30 to 11:50 a.m.
• Advanced: noon to 1:20 p.m. (28 spots)

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Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex schedule

The schedule is effective May 22.

Game format:

• maximum of 20 players, 4 per court
• players get 1 hour and 20 minutes of continuous play, rotation amongst courts is allowed

Games are played from Monday to Sunday.

Monday

• Beginner: 9:00 to 10:20 a.m.
• Intermediate: 10:30 to 11:50 a.m.
• Open: Noon to 1:20 p.m.
• Open: 5:00 to 6:20 p.m.

Tuesday

• Novice: 9:00 to 10:20 a.m.
• Intermediate: 10:30 to 11:50 a.m.
• Open: Noon to 1:20 p.m.
• Open: 5:00 to 6:20 p.m.

Wednesday

• Intermediate: 9:00 to 10:20 a.m.
• Beginner: 10:30 to 11:50 a.m.

Thursday

• Novice: 9:00 to 10:20 a.m.
• Beginner: 10:30 to 11:50 a.m.

Friday

• Beginner: 9:00 to 10:20 a.m.
• Intermediate: 10:30 to 11:50 a.m.

Saturday

• Family: 10:30 to 11:50 a.m. (10 spots only)
• Family: Noon to 1:20 p.m. (10 spots only)
• Family: 1:30 to 2:50 p.m.
• Open: 3:00 to 4:20 p.m.

Sunday

• Beginner: 12:30 to 2:50 p.m.
• Open: 2:00 to 3:20 p.m.
• Intermediate: 3:30 to 4:50 p.m.

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Free games

Thank you to our sponsor, Chartwell Retirement Residences for these complimentary pickleball sessions that are provided to the community at no charge. Register in advance, up to 72 hours prior to the game. 

RIM Park

• July 13, 10:30 to 11:50 a.m. (open to all skill levels)
• August 21, 10:30 to 11:50 a.m. (intermediate skill level)

Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex

• June 5, 12:00 to 1:20 p.m. (open to all skill levels)
• June 22, 10:30 to 11:50 a.m. (beginner skill level)

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League registration

Fall Pickleball Mondays (18+)

Register as a team (4 people) or as a free agent. Registration opens June 9.

• games are at Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex
• game times are at 6:00, 7:00, 8:00 p.m.
• runs September 18 to December
• includes 12 weeks of play, three matches a night and no sit time
• Levels of play: Recreational, Intermediate and Advanced

Fall Pickleball Tuesdays (18+)

Register as a team (4 people) or as a free agent. Registration opens June 9.

• games are at Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex
• game times are at 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 and 9:30 p.m.
• runs September 18 to December
• includes 12 weeks of play, three matches a night and no sit time
• Levels of play: Recreational, Intermediate and Advanced

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League standings

 

 

 

 

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Contact us

Join our email list or join our Facebook group for the latest news on pickleball in Waterloo.

To contact City of Waterloo staff regarding Pickleball, email pickleball@waterloo.ca or call 519-884-5363 x17239.

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