Let’s play pickleball at The Drive Tennis Club

Trending as the fastest-growing sport in the United States, pickleball is like tennis, table tennis, and badminton rolled into one. It’s fun, highly social, fast-paced, and perfect for those wanting to make new friends. Best of all, the rules can be picked up quickly and easily by players of all ages and skill levels.

Invented in 1965 on Bainbridge Island in Washington by three dads wanting to create some summertime fun for their kids, it became a professional sport in 2019 when two tours were established: Association of Pickleball Professionals (APP) and Professional Pickleball Association (PPA).

Beyond low-impact exercise, the benefits are numerous. But the only way to truly experience pickleball is to start playing. Are you ready to pick up a paddle?

• From 25 March 2025, pickleball will run every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 2pm to 4pm at The Drive Tennis Club.
• Group sessions and coaching are available. Individual games can be organised.
• Pickleball membership is included for full members of The Drive Tennis Club. For non-members, an annual pickleball membership costs £120. There will also be a three-game trial period at £30 (if you proceed with membership this will be deducted from the annual membership payment).
• For group sessions (including coaching) there is a charge of £5 per person. Please note that floodlit games will incur an extra charge.
• Paddles and balls are provided (regular players are welcome to bring their own paddle).
• Tea and coffee will be available in the clubhouse.

For more pickleball information, please contact Barry Hammond barry@bshammond.co.uk; 07767 817282.