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Carolyn Buck
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Brisbane Pickleball Club
1342 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 Saturday at Aspley, each Tuesday at The Gap, each Sunday at Mt Gravatt, weekly at Rocklea, 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.
Redlands Pickleball Club
78 members
The Redlands Pickleball Club is a group of Pickleball enthusiasts who come together to play and promote the sport of Pickleball in the Redlands area. The club is affiliate with Pickleball Australia Association (PAA) and the Pickleball Association of Queensland (PAQ) and working hard to develop an effective structure to support the growth and development of Pickleball across the Redlands. We welcome players of all skill levels and ages to join us for friendly games, tournaments, and social events
We are thrilled that you have decided to give this sport a try, and we believe you are in for a great time. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or a complete beginner, Pickleball offers the perfect balance of fun and fitness that will keep you coming back for more.
To start your Pickleball journey on the right foot, here are a few tips that might come in handy.
Comfortable tennis shoes and clothing
Remember to be sun safe when playing outdoors.
Familiarise yourself with the basic rules of Pickleball to enhance your experience on the court.
Remember, Pickleball is all about enjoying the game and creating lasting connections with fellow players. So, relax, have fun, and get ready to embrace the addictive nature of Pickleball.