Pickleball

Pickleball

Come see what the fastest-growing sport in the world is all about at The Sinking Spring Family YMCA! We offer a full catalog of pickleball services including…

Learn-to-Play Events –

Learn-to-Play events are designed to introduce brand new players to the game of pickleball and get them started on their journey with this fun, social game! By the end of the session, players will have an understanding of the court, equipment, and gameplay and will have the opportunity to try out the game themselves.


Open PlayYMCA Members Free | Non-Members- $10 per visit

Monday

    • Advanced Courts 7 – 9:30 AM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Entry Level Courts 7 – 9:30 AM | Courts 5 & 6
    • Intermediate Courts 9:30 AM – 12 PM | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6
    • Intermediate Courts 12 – 2:30 PM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Advanced Courts 1:30 – 4 PM | 5 & 6

Tuesday

    • Advanced Courts 7 – 9:30 AM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Entry Level Courts 7 – 9:30 AM | Courts 5 & 6
    • Intermediate Courts 9:30 AM – 12 PM | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6
    • Intermediate Courts 12 – 2:30 PM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Entry Level Courts 2 – 4 PM | 5 & 6
    • Advanced Courts 4 – 6 PM | 5 & 6
    • Advanced Courts 6 – 7:30 PM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Entry Level Courts 6 – 7:30 PM | 5 & 6
    • Intermediate Courts 7:30 – 9:00 PM | 1, 2, 3, & 4

Wednesday

    • Advanced Courts 7 – 9:30 AM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Entry Level Courts 7 – 9:30 AM | Courts 5 & 6
    • Intermediate Courts 9:30 AM – 12 PM | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6
    • Intermediate Courts 12 – 2:30 PM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Advanced Courts 2:00 – 4 PM | 5 & 6

Thursday

    • Advanced Courts 7 – 9:30 AM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Entry Level Courts 7 – 9:30 AM | Courts 5 & 6
    • Intermediate Courts 9:30 AM – 12 PM | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6
    • Intermediate Courts 12 – 2:30 PM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Entry Level Courts 2 – 4 PM | 5 & 6
    • Advanced Courts 4 – 6 PM | 5 & 6
    • League Play Courts 6 – 9:00 PM | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6

Friday

    • Advanced Courts 7 – 9:30 AM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Entry Level Courts 7 – 9:30 AM | Courts 5 & 6
    • Intermediate Courts 9:30 AM – 12 PM | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6
    • Advanced Courts 12 – 2:30 PM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Intermediate Courts 5 PM – 7 PM | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6 (Subject to change due to YMCA programming)
    • Advanced Courts 7 PM – 9 PM | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6 (Subject to change due to YMCA programming)

        Saturday (no Open play on 11/16, 12/14, 12/21 (tennis tournaments / College Day or (1/18 through 3/1) –Winter                          League Tennis – use only Courts 5-6 as available)

    • Intermediate Courts 8 AM – 12 PM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Entry Level Courts 8 AM – 12 PM | 5 & 6
    • Advanced Courts 8 AM – 4 PM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4

       Sunday

    • Advanced Courts 7:30 AM – 10 AM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Entry Level Courts 7:30 – 10 AM | Courts 5 & 6
    • Intermediate Courts 10 AM – 12:30 PM | 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Advanced Courts 2 PM – 4 PM | Courts 1, 2, 3, & 4
    • Intermediate Courts 4 PM – 9 PM | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6

 


Pickleball League – The Y’s Pickleball League is a ladder league that will be played individually instead of a fixed pair. Players are put into a foursome and will play three games in a round-robin format, where each person plays with the others in their group. Players move up or down the ladder based on their winning points. Each week will consist of three timed games with a different partner for each match, earning points based on their final scores.

  • All participants must register as individuals for either the 3.0-3.4 skill level or the 3.5-4.0 skill level. This is NOT a team league.
  • Each skill level will have a maximum of 16 participants.
  • Players will be assigned to a foursome each week and rotate partners after each game, so they play with and against every player in the group.
  • Matches are played until a 15-minute time limit is reached.
  • After each week, players move up or down the ladder based on total points earned from the week before.
  • Players earn points for winning matches and their total points determine their ranking.

Member $30.00 | Non-member $40.00. Click here to register.


Private Rentals  Available depending on schedule; $25.00 for 1 hour of play, $40.00 for 2 hours – Each non-member player will pay a $5 entry fee. To book a private rental for you and your friends, or to inquire about additional openings, please email Ryan Knarr at [email protected]


Private Lesson Member $80.00 | Non-member $120.00 Lesson: One-on-one instruction with one of our Pickleball Professionals.

“Three & Me” Member $75.00 ($25/player) / Non-member $105.00 ($35/player) Session: This is an opportunity to play with, and against a high-level Pickleball Professional while also receiving instruction. The session allows for 3 players. The pickleball professional will play in the foursome with the other three players. As points unfold, moments of instruction will be reviewed using real, game time situations. Decision-making, shot selection, and setting up points are the focus of these sessions.

Instructional Clinics: Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced (Next session starts in November 2024)

New clinics every other Monday, with Certified Master Teaching Professional, Chris Riportella.


As of August 2021, our facility is home to 4, brand-new, state-of-the-art pickleball hard courts! With 4 additional wood courts, we have ample space for players of all ages and ability levels. To learn more about the game, please click the link below

https://usapickleball.org/what-is-pickleball/ 

If you are planning on attending a clinic or want to participate in open play, please examine our “Player Rating Guidelines” before committing to an open play session or clinic.

Player-Rating-Guidelines


At The YMCA, we strive to build community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our services are AVAILABLE FOR ALL!

All YMCA Racquet Sports Scheduling is managed through Court Reserve. To view the open play schedule and become part of our online Pickleball community, download the Court Reserve app: https://app.courtreserve.com/Online/Portal/CreateAccountAndRequestAccessToOrg/11034

Non-members will not have exclusive access to the Court Reserve app.

 

Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced Pickleball Clinic

Sinking Spring
11/11/24 - 12/23/24
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Pickleball Clinics:

Dates:

Fall Clinics: 11/11, 11/25, 12/9, and 12/23

Schedule:

Beginner Clinics: Every-other Monday from 5:00pm-6:00pm or 6:00pm-7:00pm starting on November 11

Intermediate/Advanced Clinic: Every-other Monday from 7:00pm-8:00pm starting on November 11

Instructor: Chris Riportella – Certified Master Teaching Professional

Cost:

Member: $100 for the 4-Clinic Package

Non-member: $120 for the 4-Clinic Package

 

Beginner Clinic Description: Led by certified Master Teaching Professional Chris Riportella, the beginner clinic is for people who have never played the game or have only played a handful of times. These sessions are focused primarily on proper stroke development and execution as well as a general understanding of the game and basic rules. By the end of this clinic the participant should be able to play a game with some technique and keep score without the assistance of the instructor.

Beginner Clinic Session Details:

Session 1 (11/11): The Basics

In this session players are introduced to the fundamentals of the court and some basic rules.
Dinking, serving and returning are the focus strokes as they will also learn the basics of scoring,
rotating as they begin to play the game.

Session 2 (11/25): Serving, Returning, and Movement

After a brief review of the previous week’s concepts, we will focus on strategic serving and
returning through the groundstroke as well as movement up to the NVZ line. Again, games will
be played to reinforce the concepts taught.

Session 3 (12/9): The Punch Volley

Following a brief review of session 2, the scope of this session includes the pickleball punch
volley which is different than any other racquet sport. Proper technique of forehand and
backhand are introduced to obtain the best accuracy. The session finishes with some games as
the punch volley is evaluated during play.

Session 4 (12/23): Dinking and 3rd Shot Choices

This session breaks down the dink and the choices a player has when executing the tricky
third shot. More time is allocated for game play as all concepts come together in this culminating
session of the clinic.

 

Intermediate/Advanced Clinic Description: This clinic is for players who are fairly consistent when hitting slow to medium paced shots, but are not comfortable with all strokes. They attempt control when trying for direction, depth, or power on their shots but may miss their target. They are beginning to use dinks and lobs but struggle to use them to setup points. This player has become knowledgeable with the rules and communication with partner during play. They still prefer forehand shots however they do not shy away from backhand shots. They are beginning to use drive and drop shots as 3rd shot choices. Intermediate clinics are focused primarily on court positioning, playing with a partner, strategy and probability. Proper stroke execution is a requirement for the intermediate level.

Intermediate/Advanced Clinic Session Details:

Session 1 (11/11): The Soft Game

In this clinic players focus on the use of dinks and lobs as strategic shots. The content will review
the purpose of the strokes however the more advanced concepts of offense and defense will be
discussed.

Session 2 (11/25): The Three Volley

Players will review how the block, drop and punch volleys are used in the game. The core of this
clinic is strategic selection of the volley given court position and partner.

Session 3 (12/9): Primary Power Game

The scope of this clinic includes strategic use of power, shot selection, placement vs power.
Session will cover when to favor forehand.

Session 4 (12/23): First Three Shots

This clinic applies direction and depth as strategic uses for the serve, return of serve and 3rd
shot for each point. While stroke execution will be reviewed this session covers strategy
and probability of the decision for these first three shots in more detail.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
10/20/23 6/4/25 Online / Front Desk $ 100.00$ 120.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
11/11/24 - 12/23/24
Beginner Winter 1 (5:00pm) - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
1 / 8 Available Register  
11/11/24 - 12/23/24
Beginner Winter 1 (6:00pm) - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Session is Full
11/11/24 - 12/23/24
Intermediate/Advanced Winter 1 - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Session is Full

Intermediate and Advanced Pickleball Leagues

Sinking Spring
11/14/24 - 12/19/24
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LEAGUE OVERVIEW / INFORMATION:

The Y’s Pickleball League is a ladder league which will be played individually instead of in fixed pairs. Players are put into a foursome and will play three games in a round-robin format, where each person plays with and against each person in their group. Players move up or down the ladder based on their winning points., Each week will consist of three timed games with a deferent partner for each match, earning points based on their final scores.

Format:
  • All participants must register as individuals for either the 3.0 – 3.4 skill level or the 3.5 – 4.0 skill level. This is NOT a team league.
  • Each skill level will have a maximum of 16 participants
  • Players will be assigned to a foursome each week and rotate partners after each game, so they play with and against every player in their group.
  • Matches are played until a 15-minute time limit is reached.
  • After each week, players move up or down the ladder based on total point earned from the week before.
  • Players earn points for winning matches and their total points determine their ranking.
Timing:
League nights will be the following Thursdays:
  • November 14
  • November 21
  • December 12
  • December 19

Both skill levels will play on the same night at different times:

  • 3.0 to 3.4 skill level will be from 6pm to 7pm
  • 3.5 to 4.0 skill level will be from 7pm to 8pm
Communication:
All communication for the league will come from the League Coordinator: Amanda Nelson ([email protected]). General emails will be sent out to all players with information regarding the league once sessions have been filled. Emails will be sent if there is a cancellation due to weather and a rescheduled date will be assigned.

Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
11/9/23 5/1/25 Online / Front Desk $ 30.00$ 40.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
11/14/24 - 12/19/24
3.0 - 3.4 - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Registration
Closed on
11/21/2024
11/14/24 - 12/19/24
3.5 - 4.0 - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration
Closed on
11/21/2024

Learn-to-Play Events

Sinking Spring
12/11/24 - 12/11/24
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Learn-to-Play Events: 

Learn-to-Play Pickleball opportunities are offered periodically at various YMCA of Reading and Berks County locations. These events are designed for brand new players. No experience or equipment (besides athletic shoes) required!

Cost: 

Member: $10

Non-Member: $15


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
10/3/24 6/5/25 Online / Front Desk $ 10.00$ 15.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
12/11/24
11:30 AM
16 / 16 Available Register  

Private Lessons

Sinking Spring
11/4/24 - 11/3/25
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Need some 1-on-1 instruction from an experienced Pickleball Professional to take your game to the next level? We’ve got you covered at The Sinking Spring YMCA!

Purchase a lesson HERE for members $80.00, non-members $120, and one of our Pickleball Professionals will contact you in the next 48 hours to schedule your lesson!


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Private Lesson 10/28/23 9/1/25 Online / Front Desk $ 80.00$ 120.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
11/04/24 - 11/03/25
Private Lesson - 1 hr
Register  

Three & Me

Sinking Spring
11/1/23 - 5/31/25
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Three & Me 

Cost:

Members: $75 ($25 / player)

Non-member: $105 ($35 / player)

This is an opportunity to play with and against a high-level Pickleball Professional while also receiving instruction.

The session allows for 3 players, and the Pickleball Professional will play in the foursome with the other three players.

As points unfold, moments of instruction will be reviewed using real, game time situations. Decision-making, shot selection, and setting up points are the focus of these sessions.

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
10/24/21 6/1/25 Front Desk $ 75.00$ 105.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
11/01/23 - 05/31/25
Group Pay Three & Me
$75 - $105 Register at
front desk

Closes
07/01/2025

11/01/23 - 05/31/25
Individual Pay Three & Me
$25 - $35 Register at
front desk

Closes
07/01/2025