Welcome to Start Pickleball
Learn the Game, Build Friendships
Start Pickleball is dedicated to introducing adults aged 55+ to the sport of pickleball. Our educational program emphasizes patience and inclusivity in a stress-free environment, making pickleball accessible for newcomers.
Through our welcoming atmosphere, countless participants have discovered the joy of pickleball, gained confidence, and cultivated lasting friendships, proving that it’s never too late to start playing.
Our Journey
From a passion for pickleball to creating a community where everyone can embrace their athletic potential, our story is one of discovery and friendship.
Our Mission
We strive to foster a nurturing environment where adults can learn pickleball, enhance their well-being, and connect with others for a healthier lifestyle.
Our Approach
Focusing on structured lessons and personalized attention, we ensure that even the most novice players feel supported and excited to engage in the sport.
Facilities and Amenities
Experience our modern facilities designed for comfort, accessibility, and a social atmosphere that encourages learning and community engagement.
Get to Know Our Instructors
Jack Brown
Head Trainer
Sarah Williams
Nutritionist
Emily Davis
Fitness Trainer
Emily Davis
Yoga Instructor
Everything We Do Builds on These Four Things
Learn to Play
Structured curriculum taught by certified coaches trained specifically for older adult learners. No jumping into the deep end.
Build Friendships
Class-based learning, social leagues, “Dink & Mingle” socials, and community rituals that turn classmates into friends.
Stay Healthy
Warm-up and injury-prevention protocols in every session, balance workshops, partnerships with physical therapists, safe progression standards.
Stay Sharp
A continuous learning ladder—new skills, strategy classes, rules mastery, refereeing, even learning to coach. There’s always a next thing to learn.
Built for Real Beginners. Run by People Who Remember What That Felt Like.
Every coach is IPTPA certified and trained in teaching older adult learners. We don’t assume you’ve ever held a paddle—or that you want to be competitive. Some of our best players came to us saying, “I’ve never been sporty.” Now they can’t imagine life without it.
Class sizes stay small (8-12 people). You’ll know everyone by name by week two—that’s not accidental.
We teach using Coach John Wooden’s Pyramid of Success, where personal best matters more than beating anyone else. That’s the culture everywhere—in lessons, in leagues, in open play.
The Wooden Principle: “Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming.”
Translation for Start Pickleball: You’re not trying to out-play your friend across the net. You’re trying to be your best, together with your partner, and that’s enough.