Pickleball
Pickleball at the J
With open play, organized leagues, instructional clinics and a friendly, inclusive atmosphere, the J offers opportunities to play, learn, and connect both on and off the court.
Our facility consists of:
- Three covered courts at the Merfish Teen Center
- Three uncovered courts at the Merfish Teen Center
- Four indoor courts at the Main J – Oshman Gymnasium
Reserve a Court
Court usage requires a reservation except for specific times for open play. For details regarding our open play vs. reservation timeframes please refer to our schedule below.
To reserve your court, you can use the My J app. Find it on the App Store for Apple and Android.
Make a Reservation
OPEN PLAY
Tuesday & Wednesday | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Recreational, social and drop-in format for J members of all skill levels to enjoy friendly games. Open play is informal, with a paddle-stack system for players to rotate into games, ensuring everyone gets a chance to play. Players should know the basic rules and scoring. $15 Guest Fee applies any non-members.
To reserve a spot for drills, clinics, or open play you can use the My J app.
DRILLS AND CLINICS
Our pickleball clinics and drills offer something for every level—from beginners learning the rules, strokes, and strategies in a fun, approachable setting to intermediate players looking to sharpen their skills through high-energy drills and personalized coaching from our pickleball pros.
Drill with a Pro with Dan Daly
Mondays, 9:00AM – 10:30 AM
Drill with a Pro at the Merfish Center, led by Dan Daly.
Take your pickleball skills to the next level! Join a pro-led clinic featuring focused drills, expert tips, and plenty of practice to improve your technique, consistency and confidence on the court.
Free Intro to Pickleball Clinic
New to pickleball? Join us for our Free Intro to Pickleball Clinic! Led by our Pickleball Pro and Supervisor Gordon Strelow, this monthly clinic is for those looking to start their pickleball journey. This beginner-friendly clinic will introduce you to the fundamentals of the game, including basic rules, scoring and skills to help you get started.
Our first Free Intro to Pickleball Clinic will take place on Sunday, November 15 at 1:00 PM, with future clinics offered on the second Sunday of each month. No prior experience is necessary!
Leagues
Beginner–Intermediate Coed
November 3 – December 22
Tuesdays, 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Advanced Intermediate Coed
November 9 – December 28
Mondays, 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Pickleball Women’s League
November 5 – December 17
Thursdays, 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Mixers
Looking to meet fellow players and get out on the court? Pickleball mixers are a fun, social way to play, meet new people and enjoy friendly competition. Players rotate partners and opponents throughout the session, giving everyone the opportunity to connect with other members and enjoy a variety of matchups.
We’ll be offering a variety of themed pickleball mixers on a regular basis, so keep an eye out for upcoming opportunities to join the fun, improve your game and become part of our pickleball community!
Welcome, Gordon Strelow!
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Connect with the J on your phone with the My J app, powered by upace. With our new app, you can make reservations, view schedules, receive facility alerts, get details on upcoming programs and more!
