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Andrew Wild
- 4.9/5 rating
- 1 sport
- 269 events attended
- 974 events organized
Passionate pickler and co-founder of Pickle Hub. Find us on Open Sports or visit PickleHub.com.au
Groups
Brisbane Pickleball Club
2506 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.
FOCUS PICKLEBALL REDCLIFFE
716 members
KT Academy Pickleball - Mooloolaba Tennis Club
331 members
Welcome to KT Academy! We are a tennis club located in Mooloolaba. At KT Academy, we are committed to player development, offering innovative, comprehensive, and inclusive programs for those passionate about Tennis and Pickleball.
We offer a range of class options for Pickleball players. Our pickleball sessions are designed to combine the expertise of our coaches with a great experience for our participants. Come and have a hit with us!
For more information, check our website: https://www.ktacademysunshinecoast.com.au/pickleball
Follow our Facebook page to stay updated on our latest news: https://www.facebook.com/KTAcademyMooloolabaTennisClub/
BOOK A PICKLEBALL COURT TODAY: https://www.ktacademysunshinecoast.com.au/court-hire
Northside Pickleball Club
290 members
The Northside Pickleball Club is based out of The Gap Tennis Club (TTC) and offers options for weekly social play and coaching, suitable for all levels.
Pickle Hub
1717 members
Pickleball Fun in Brisbane!
At Pickle Hub, you're not just playing pickleball – you're joining a vibrant community where everyone feels welcome, regardless of age, skill level, or racquet sports experience.
Locations
Jindalee - Saturday 6pm & 7:30pm (indoors)
Jindalee - Monday 6:30pm & 8pm (indoors)
Yeronga - Tuesday 5:30pm & 7pm (outdoors undercover)
Yeronga - Wednesday 5:30pm & 7pm (outdoors undercover)
Yeronga - Thursday 5:30pm & 7pm (outdoors undercover)
Yeronga - Saturday 9am & 11am & 1pm (outdoors undercover)
Yeronga - Sunday 9am , 11am & 1pm (outdoors undercover)
Types of Sessions
View this page for a detailed explanation of all of the session types Pickle Hub offer. Below is a quick summary:
Round Robin Gameplay : Play with and against each person on your court based on your skill level. Partner round robin is a variation where you get to stay with your partner for the whole session.
Fyreball : Very competitive King/Queen of the Court format for Intermediate to Advanced players.
FyreSTORM : Similar format to Fyreball however you stay with your partner for the entire session and scores are recorded in DUPR.
Lesson: Coach Sharon or Andrew taking you through a pickleball lesson (see below for lesson options).
Court Hire/Family Court: We provide all the equipment, you simply have fun on your own court.
Tournament Training: Training for players competing/wanting to compete in tournaments.
Tournaments: The upcoming tournaments that the Pickle Hub Squad players will be attending and competing in.
New to Pickleball?
If you’ve never played pickleball before, or you’re new to pickleball, your first step is the Introduction to Pickleball - Pickleball 101 lesson.
Paddles
Pickle Hub provide free paddles to use at every session, but if you are looking to purchase one, get 10% off any Six Zero paddle with the discount code PICKLEHUB. These are our recommended paddles, tap the paddle name to view the paddle - free delivery on purchases over $85.
Quartz : Impressive starter paddle with large sweet spot for only RRP $99.99
Double Black Diamond : This was the best paddle of 2023! RRP: $225
Ruby : Andrew's #1 paddle pick released in 2024 with the ultimate combo of control, power and spin. RRP: $250
Pickle Hub Lessons Program
This program comprises 5 easy lessons to master the basics and paddle your way to confidence. 101 is for those who have never played before, the rest of the lessons can be done in any order.
Pickleball 101 - Introduction to Pickleball (pickleball rules, scoring and how to hit)
Pickleball 102 - Applying Pressure at the Net (the return and volley)
Pickleball 103 - Handling a Team at the Net Part 1 (the serve and 3rd shot drive)
Pickleball 104 - Handling a Team at the Net Part 2 (the 3rd shot drop)
Pickleball 105 - Responding Effectively to a Drop (the dink)
Contact Us
Please use the messaging feature in the open sports app to contact Andrew or Sharon with any questions or use this contact form on our website.
Pickle Hub is a family affair, run with passion by Andrew and Sharon Wild. We believe in the power of pickleball to connect people, build confidence, and bring joy. So grab your paddle, come on down, and let's pickle up the fun!
Pickle Kit
1609 members
🥒Pickle Kit Pickleball - Coach Zak🥒
Join Pickle Kit for weekly outdoor undercover and indoor pickleball sessions at Mitchelton and Arana Hills in Brisbane, Queensland. Enjoy levelled social matches, weekly competitions and coaching. Come out to the courts with Pickle Kit for an active and fun pickleball experience!
Click 👉Book Sessions👈 to join events.
Click ➡️HERE⬅️ to see our weekly timetable.
VENUES:
📍Undercover Courts at Mitchelton State High School - Entry via 19 Turnbull St, Mitchelton
📍Indoor Centre at Arana Hills - Entry via The Hills District PCYC
TYPES OF SESSIONS:
Match Play:
🥒 Social Play: Friendly match play moving between courts depending on your results.
🥒 Social Round Robin: Scheduled alternating partner match play.
🥒 Pickle a Court: Court Hire with all equipment provided.
Competition:
🥒 Pickle Komp: Play high level tournament style doubles and singles matches.
🥒 6 Week League: Alternating partner Round Robin competitive match play.
🥒 Same Partner Doubles: Team Round Robin competitive match play.
Coaching:
🥒 Skills and Drills & Tournament Training: Coach Zak helping you improve your game through coaching and match play.
🥒 Private 1-1 & Group Coaching: Contact Coach Zak for availabilities.
New to Pickleball?
If you are new to pickleball, you will need to attend a 'Come & Try' or a ‘Beginner Practice’ session before joining a match play session.
PADDLES:
🏓Looking for a paddle? A large range of demo paddles are on offer through Pickle Kit. A $5 redeemable fee will give you access to our exclusive DEMO paddles so you can 'Try Before You Buy'. See our full paddle range ONLINE. DISCOUNTS ➡️ VIP Members receive discounts on paddles.
CONTACT:
☎️ Coach Zak: Private Message through Open Sports OR Call/Text 0413 423 093
👋 Join us on Facebook & Instagram
🥒 Visit our Website for more information
Pure Pickleball Ferny Hills
364 members
One of the fastest growing sports in Australia has reached Ferny Hills.
All Pure Pickleball sessions will be available here on Open Sports, we provide sessions for Beginner/Intermediate and Advanced groups. If you play but have a friend or family member that is new bring them down! We cater to all skill levels and all age groups.
Our standard sessions are 2 hours long and cost $15 per person. Players are able to borrow a Paddle at our social sessions if they don't have their own. FIRST SESSION IS FREE, simply select the discount code FIRST SESSION when booking in to get your free session.
WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS? If our courts are not playable an hour prior to the session time our Host will cancel the session and you will automatically receive a message through Open Sport & a credit for the session. Be sure to check Open Sport prior to coming if you are unsure if the session is going ahead.
FOUNDATION MEMBERSHIP - AVAILABLE TO THE FIRST 20 PLAYERS WHO SIGN UP...... BOOK INTO AS MANY HOSTED SOCIAL SESSIONS AS YOU WISH FOR JUST $30/WK! FOR MORE DETAILS OR TO SIGN UP GO TO THE MEMBERSHIP TAB.
SUNSHINE COAST PICKLEBALL
2867 members
A growing group of people who love to play Pickleball, have fun and make new friends along the way!
The Pickleball Hive
736 members
The Pickleball Hive was created to foster a vibrant pickleball community on the Sunshine Coast.
Our mission is to cultivate a passion for Pickleball through engaging social Pickleball and varied competitive opportunities along with exceptional coaching, We strive to enhance the overall health and wellness of our members by creating a supportive environment where they can connect, play, and thrive. The Pickleball Hive offers a range of Pickleball sessions including competitive leagues, social play, and coaching sessions.
The management team of The Pickleball Hive is led by Andrew Kratzmann and Louise Curtis Kratzmann, who contribute their expertise in coaching initiatives and strategic direction with experience from grass roots to professional level. Together, they bring a wealth of experience in sports and business management.
The Pickleball Hive has a range of sessions to cater from beginners through to advanced players.
A full list of sessions can be found on our website https://thepickleballhive.au/.
All sessions are loaded into Open Sports.
We also have memberships available to allow players to purchase, see out memberships tab in Open Sports.
Getting here:
1st and closest option:
Park in the smaller car park to the left as you enter off the street at the Flinders Early learning Centre on Ballinger Road. (use google maps, not Apple Maps as Apple Maps is incorrect location of early learning centre)
Walk through the forest pathway at the south east end of this car park.
100 metres and you're there.
2nd option:
Enter Main entrance of Mathew Flinders Anglican College ‘ROUNDABOUT’ entrance on Stringybark road.
Park in this car park and walk into the school directly through the buildings and hit the main oval. Turn right along the pathway and you will eventually (100m) hit the Tennis courts/Pickleball courts.