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Women's ladders: Every Wednesday at 11 am. If you are interested in playing, please contact Mary Blome - maryblome@hotmail.com. Men's/ Women's Novice Play: Men and Women's beginner/novice play is on Tues and Thurs at 11am. Coaches will be there to assist. Skill Drills: Drills are held weekly on Friday at 11am. All are welcome to join to learn new skills or brush up on old ones.
If you are looking for a fun, active, and social activity, the game of Pickleball is the way to go! Besides being the fastest growing sport in the United States, Pickleball is a wonderful way to meet new people and get some exercise at the same time. For all ages and skill levels, those who are seasoned athletes and those who are not, Pickleball is easy to learn and can be as social or challenging as you personally would like it to be. Here at Corte Bella, the Pickleball Club currently consists of 300+ members and continues to grow. We have all age ranges and skill levels that enjoy a friendly game on a regular basis. We hold clinics for beginners who have never played before, as well as for those who would like to practice new skills. The Corte Bella Pickleball Club is known for its fun social events as well. Several times a year we gather 150+ people at our socials, which includes food, fun, and, of course, Pickleball. The friendships made here have gone way beyond the courts. We invite you to visit the courts. Watch and talk to the players who are waiting to get on a court and you will learn a lot. Attend a clinic or just come to the courts to play. Do not be shy; everyone will help you get started. We are waiting for you.
Socials: Several social events are held throughout the year with attendance at each being 150+ people.
Nationally: • According to the Sports & Fitness Industry
Association (SFIA) Topline Participation Report for 2025, 19.8 million people played pickleball in the US in 2024-a 45.8% increase from the 2023 numbers. This represents an average increase of 311% participation over the last three years. • 2024 saw huge growth in pickleball infrastructure, with dedicated facilities growing 55% year-on-year. However, in the report with the SFIA, there's still a big shortage in facilities nationwide . An estimated $855 million investment is needed in court construction over the next 5-7 years. • Pickleball is a cross-generational sport nowadays, and that shows in the stats. In 2023, players aged 25- 34 comprised the largest age bracket, accounting for 16.7% of total participants. • Players aged over 65 were the second largest age bracket , making up 15.4% of total participants, while players aged 18-24 were third at 13.3%. An additional one million kids (under the age of 18) joined the sport in 2023 alone.
Paddles can be checked out at the fitness center.
Beginner Clinic: The club holds beginner clinicsfor those new to the sport during the fall and spring. The next clinic is on Friday March 7th from 11am- 1pm. To sign up please email Eileen Mateyka at emateyka@icloud.com. There are coaches and assistants to help all players. Member Play: Member play is 8-1 lam, Monday- Saturday, from October-March. This changes to 7- l0am from April-September. Men's ladders: Every Monday at 11am. If you are interested in playing, please contact Tom Cerny - tomcer529@gmail.com.
Written by Ron Johnson, Pickleball Club President & Mary Blome, Pickleball Club Secretary
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