Pickleball Programs
Beginners Pickleball at The Pop!
Want to learn pickleball? We’ve got you covered. Please join us for a crash course where athletes will learn all the basics. We will cover strokes, scoring, serving/returns, and more through drills and games. Our goal is to introduce the game of pickleball in a fun, engaging, inclusive environment. Pickleball is for EVERYONE, come on over to play!
AGES 18+ / THE POP! 131 RED PINE CIRCLE, ESSEX
MON, 5-6:30PM OR FRI, 1–2:30PM
SESSION 1: MARCH 17–APRIL18
SESSION 2: APRIL 28–MAY 30
SESSION 3: JUNE 9–JULY 11
SESSION 4: JULY 21–AUGUST 22
$125
THE POP! STAFF
Indoor Adult Open Play Pickleball at The Pop!
If you already know the basics and just want to play in a welcoming, fun and inclusive environment, these sessions are for you! Low to intermediate skill level welcome.
AGES 18+ / THE POP! 131 RED PINE CIRCLE, ESSEX
TUE, 6:30–8:30PM OR THU, 1–3PM
SESSION 1: MARCH 18–APRIL17
SESSION 2: APRIL 29–MAY 29
SESSION 3: JUNE 10–JULY 10
SESSION 4: JULY 22–AUGUST 21
$70
THE POP! STAFF
Pickleball Vacation Camp at The Pop!
This half day vacation camp is designed to build fundamentals while participating in games, contests, and more. Our experienced instructors and staff will provide personalized instruction in an inclusive, positive teambuilding environment. Our goal is to help hone skill and provide game strategies, but most importantly build a love for the sport. Campers will participate in 30-minute sessions that will cover footwork, volleying, serving/returning, and conditioning. They will be paired with like skilled players to build confidence and ensure a day of fun for all! Campers will need a water bottle, snack, and sneakers with nonblack soles. All other materials will be provided.
GRADES K-8 / THE POP! 131 RED PINE CIRCLE, ESSEX
MON–FRI, APRIL 21–25 / 9AM–12PM OR 1–4PM
$150
THE POP! STAFF
FREE Learn to Play Pickleball Clinic
Join instructor Chris Tudor for this FREE learn to play clinic and celebrate the nets being put up! This family-friendly program will help you begin to understand the rules, basic mechanics, and fun that Pickleball provides! While this program is free, registration is required, and space is limited. No equipment needed!
18+ / CASCADE PARK PICKLEBALL COURTS
SAT MAY 3 / 1–3PM
FREE, REGISTRATION REQUIRED
CHRIS TUDOR, PPR CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
Beginner Boot Camp
Join instructor Chris Tudor for this beginner boot camp! During this family-friendly 2-week crash course, novice pickleballers will learn the basic stroke mechanics, rules/scoring, and basic shots needed to get you playing matches on your own! This program is intended for players rated 3.0 and below. No equipment needed!
18+ / CASCADE PARK PICKLEBALL COURTS
SESSION 1: MON, MAY 5–19 / 6–8PM
SESSION 2: TUE/WED, AUGUST 5–13 / 6–7:30PM
$105
CHRIS TUDOR, PPR CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
Beginner Crash Course
This one-off clinic is designed to get you up to speed as quickly as possible so you can get right to learning on the fly!
16+ / CASCADE PARK PICKLEBALL COURTS
WED, MAY 28
6–8PM
$40
CHRIS TUDOR, PPR CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
Intermediate Boot Camp
Take your game to the next level with Chris Tudor! This intermediate boot camp is designed to introduce players to game strategies, court positioning, and some advanced shots like the dink and dunk. This course is for pickleballers rated 3.0-3.5 or those who have participated in a beginner camp previously. No equipment needed!
16+ / CASCADE PARK PICKLEBALL COURTS
SESSION 1: MON, JUNE 2–16 / 6–8PM
SESSION 2: MON/TUE, JULY 7–15 / 6–7:30PM
$105
CHRIS TUDOR, PPR CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
Intermediate Crash Course
This one-off clinic is designed to get you from rookie to champ as quickly as possible.
16+ / CASCADE PARK PICKLEBALL COURTS
WED, JUNE 4 / 6–8PM
$40
CHRIS TUDOR, PPR CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
Intermediate Improvement Mini Camp
This two session intermediate boot camp is designed to improve player’s skills in game strategies, court positioning, and some advanced shots like the dink and drop. This course is for pickleballers rated 3.0-3.5. No equipment needed!
16+ / CASCADE PARK PICKLEBALL COURTS
WED, AUGUST 27–SEPEMBER 3
$60
CHRIS TUDOR, PPR CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR