What’s Pickleball Anyways?
Where the Obsession Starts
Made to serve - YYC Pickleball is a multi-court facility boasting 7 courts, lounging areas, and quality outdoor surfacing. Whether you’re a dinking enthusiast, an aspiring pro, or in the grassroots of your pickleball journey, we've got something for you.
Your pickleball journey starts here, and we’re excited to serve you every step of the way!
*New players will be prompted to make an account and sign a waiver prior to booking a court or joining a program. This is required to play at YYC Pickleball
Welcome to YYC Pickleball
Look below for some ways to get started at YYC Pickleball. Or, explore our “learn to play” and “ways to play” menus on the website header for even more options!
Feeling overwhelmed with choice? We recommend new players explore our Intro to Pickleball Clinic to get a feel for the fundamentals.
How does it work here?
JOIN THE MOVEMENT
Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in North America. It is played on a court half the size of a tennis court and is most popularly played as a doubles game (2v2), but can be played in singles (1v1). The rules combine elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. Players use a whiffle ball and an oversized ping-pong-style paddle to play.
PICKLEBALL 101
SCORING
Games are played to 11, teams win by 2. Each teammate serves until they lose the point, with one exception, the team that serves first only gets 1 serve. Before someone serves they call score, which is a series of 3 #s: the serving team’s score, the receiving team’s score, and if they are server #1 or #2. Ex: 5-6-2 means the serving team has 5 points, receiving has 6, and the second server is about to serve.
SERVING
Must serve underhand from behind the baseline, cross-court, into the service area past the kitchen. Only the serving team can score points.
PICKLEBALL RULES
After the serve, the receiving team must let the ball bounce, then the serving team must let that return bounce before hitting. After that the ball may be volleyed (hit in the air) or off the bounce. A player cannot strike the ball in the kitchen unless the ball bounces in the kitchen first.
Private Court Bookings
Book a doubles pickleball court for you and your friends or family! Courts have a maximum of 6 people. If you bring more, please book a second court.
Cost: For non-members, we charge $28/ hour during off peak times and $33/ hour during peak times.
Peak times are on weekdays after 4pm, and all-day Saturday and Sunday.
Equipment Rentals: Paddle rentals are $5.25 per paddle for your entire session. We also provide rental balls.
What else do I need?: We ask that all players bring non-marking indoor shoes. Shoes with a thick cushion are recommended, but not required.
Get Social with Leagues and Drop-In Play!
YYC Pickleball’s Curated Open Play:
The Gist: The perfect blend of recreational pickleball and community connection. Our open play is designed to give everyone the chance to grow their game as fast as their social networks.
Play Style: We use a paddles-up rotation system to keep the matches balanced and challenging. On busy days, we split the courts based on skill level.
Can I just “drop-in?”: You can just show up to open play, but we strongly recommend signing up in advanced to guarantee your spot.
YYC Pickleball’s Leagues: We offer leagues for a range of players, from beginner-intermediate, single players, and those in a dedicated team.
Perfect your Play with our Classes and Clinics
Become a Member Today
Play Pickleball - your way. YYC Pickleball offers a variety of paid memberships made to help get you on the court and playing the sport you love, in the way you want. We offer pro-level perks, student deals, and casual play options. What are you waiting for?