JM
Jay McLean 🥰
- 5/5 rating
- 1 sport
- 911 events attended
- 1411 events organized
Founder of Pickleball FUN Community - In Pickleball We C.A.R.E.
I have a long tennis background, especially from a junior's level, and I am now looking to reignite my competitive spirit with other amazing players in this fast-growing sport of Pickleball while creating AWESOME FUN 🥳, FITNESS 💪🏼, and FRIENDSHIPS 🥰 along the way!
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Brisbane Pickleball Club
2153 members
PICKLEBALL is a paddle sport you can learn in minutes and play for a lifetime.
It brings together elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong to create a sport that’s fun for all ages and skill levels, but gets fast-paced and exhilarating at competitive levels.
How is pickleball different to other net sports?
It’s easier to pick up than many net sports
It’s lower impact than tennis, so it’s easier on the body
It focuses on quick reflexes and aiming, rather than spiking the ball, powerful serves, or running speed
These differences open pickleball up to a greater range of players. Whether you’ve been playing tennis your whole life, or you’re walking onto a court for the first time; whether you’re young, old, or in between; whether you’re strategic and competitive, or just want to get involved in something fun, social, or active… PICKLEBALL is for you.
Brand new to Pickleball?
We highly recommend you attend one of our Come & Try Sessions for a thorough introduction to the sport; here you will learn the rules, court positioning, how to hold your paddle, and our club style of play. Our hosts can then suggest further sessions for you based on your ability.
These Come & Try sessions are usually held each Friday at Shaw Park (Wooloowin), each Saturday at Aspley East, each Tuesday at The Gap, each Sunday at Mt Gravatt, weekly at Rocklea and Wakerley, or monthly at Balmoral on a Saturday. We also hold two sessions on a Saturday at Albion (booked via Meetup app).
To easily see our sessions on this app, please request to join our group via this link here - https://opensports.net/brisbane-pickleball-club?c=BPC\_OpenSports and we will approve your request. If you are becoming a paid member of our club, this is an important step that needs to be completed so we can tag you on this app as a Club Member and you can access special session rates and member only sessions, thank you in advance!
IMPORTANT - for first time attendees, please complete our waiver form via the below link before attending, unless you have paid for our club membership already. This completed form will cover you for insurance for the first 3-4 sessions while you try pickleball; after that we advise you to take up a paid membership, so you have insurance while you play - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKTZIHM\_GnehEZ2uEsXfgSsqVXSnH1J-y6exavSISln0kJcg/viewform?vc=0\&c=0\&w=1\&flr=0
To join as a club member to receive discounted session fees, attend member only sessions, receive special event invitations, a free club t-shirt and be covered by insurance - see link here - https://www.brisbanepickleballclub.com/rego/start/
Building your skills?
Look out for our Beginner / Social Player sessions and Skills Coaching.
Social, Intermediate and Advanced sessions offered throughout the week.
Pickleball FUN Community
2151 members
💙 Our VISION Is To Empower People To Live Happier And Healthier Lives Through Pickleball.
❤️ MISSION: IN PICKLEBALL WE C.A.R.E.
Pickleball FUN Community is dedicated to serving the Pickleball Community around our current locations within Ashburton, Balwyn, Carlton, Caroline Springs, Doncaster, Hawthorn, Knoxfield and North Melbourne.
We are committed to bringing instructional, competitive, and social pickleball to the community in first-class facilities operated by passionate people dedicated to ensuring an awesome Pickleball FUN experience. That FUN experience fulfils our 4 core beliefs, which we call C.A.R.E. (Community, Accessibility, Results, Exercise).
To discover more about Pickleball FUN Community visit our official website - www.PickleballFUN.au
Thanks to our major local sponsor Radiance Wealth - www.RadianceWealth.com.au
Thanks also to our major international sponsor JOOLA - www.Joola.com.au
We would like to also support our Australian No.1 Junior Girls Pickleball Singles and Doubles Champion, Angelene McLean - www.asf.org.au/projects/angelene-mclean/angelene-mclean-junior-ppa-tour-australia--beyond
\*\* With over 2000+ OpenSports Members and 600, 5-STAR REVIEWS, here's what some of our Pickleball FUN Superstars are saying...
🩷 "Jay's 'Fun Community' Pickleball sessions are brilliant and inspiring. Whether you're a beginner just starting out or an advanced player looking to hone your skills, these sessions are incredibly accessible and adaptable to all levels. Jay and the team take immense pride in providing all the support and development any player could wish for, and their dedication to fostering growth at every stage of the game is evident, as is their passion for the sport and for teaching it. The banter and laughs are top-notch too." ~ Lauren R.
🧡 "Excellent session Pickleball FUN & Jay! Great to have such an enthusiastic coach who eats and breathes pickleball fun and instructions are given clearly and demonstrated twice for those of us who learn best by observation 😁" ~ Jackie D.
🩵 "The opportunity to play singles against quality opponents is an absolute bonus. At Doncaster Secondary College on a Thursday night, you have the option of either full court, skinny or 8 minutes of drills for each rotation. When you want to really challenge yourself you can play against Jay. At the very least it can be a great learning experience. Jay is always happy to provide feedback on technique and strategies if requested. The players can change slightly each week but the healthy competition in a relaxed and supportive environment does not. I thoroughly recommend this session, which is open to everyone, to any players looking to improve their game." ~ Greg L.
💖 "Pickleball with Pickleball FUN is a fantastic experience. Jay is an organised, patient, and knowledgeable coach who takes us through drills and match-play scenarios to help us to understand strategies and techniques. Above all, it is a great workout and heaps of fun and everyone is welcoming and friendly." ~ Ed F.
🤎 "The drills with Jay were really valuable for my progression in pickleball. Not only did I get some really good insight and coaching on my serving and game play technique, but Jay also does a fantastic job of breaking down the game strategy that is appropriate for my current playing ability. I am confident that I can take what I learnt today and run these drills in my own time to continue improving on my pickleball game." ~ Tiffany H.
💜 "I had a fantastic pickleball drill session with Jay, focusing on serves, returns, drives, and resets. Jay's coaching was clear, encouraging, and highly effective, helping me refine my technique in all aspects of the game. His attention to detail and ability to tailor drills to my skill level made the session both challenging and rewarding. Highly recommend Jay for anyone looking to elevate their pickleball game!" ~ Ken T.
💚 "Jay’s ability to connect with all ages and levels of play to improve their game is clear to see. The explanations provided for the strategies and skills were a great help in understanding the game and how to improve and ultimately succeed. Taking the time to stop and read the opponent’s shot before moving has helped me immensely. I recommend Pickleball FUN sessions for all those looking to improve their Pickleball game!" ~ Simone N.
💛 "This is the first time I have experienced practice with a ball machine. Specifically, we worked on my third shot drop and drive. It was also fun trying other shots such as overhead smashes and speed-ups in the Kitchen. You will hit 100s of balls, it's a good workout. Jay's coaching is an added bonus one on one, excellent. I highly recommend it." ~ Rob P.
PICKLEBALL MANNINGHAM
1833 members
Pickleball Manningham is leading the charge helping to get Pickleball to its rightful place as one of Australias favourite sports. Pickleball Manningham is a not for profit sporting club operating 8 indoor pickleball courts in Melbourne's East.
SUNSHINE COAST PICKLEBALL
2703 members
A growing group of people who love to play Pickleball, have fun and make new friends along the way!