Serve Up Some Fun
Pickleball is a fast-paced, social sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis. Players use lightweight paddles and a perforated plastic ball to rally over a low net on a compact court. Enjoy indoor and outdoor clinics, leagues and open play for all levels at many YMCA locations.
Outdoor Pickleball Courts
The YMCA has outdoor pickleball courts at the Taylor Family YMCA and the East Triangle YMCA. Members, ages 16 and older, may join in on pickup Pickleball. Outdoor pickleballs are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Wristband Policy at Taylor Family YMCA
All members and guests are required to check in at the front desk in the main building or at the pool desk to receive a colored wristband to use our outdoor pickleball courts. Guests may purchase a day pass to receive a wristband and to use our courts. Staff will be enforcing the wristband policy.
Indoor Pickleball
Many of our other YMCA locations use basketball courts or racquetball courts for indoor pickleball play. YMCA members can find times on our Gym schedules on the website or in the YMCA Fitness app. Players may be asked to put up and take down nets and other equipment.
Pickleball Clinics & Tournaments
Pickleball clinics are offered periodically at the YMCA. Classes may be open to YMCA members and/or program participants. Clinics will differ at each location. See below for times and dates.
East Triangle YMCA
Clinics
Join us at the YMCA for a fun, beginner-friendly Pickleball Clinic. In just one hour, you’ll learn the basics, get some rallies in and see why everyone is obsessed with this fast-growing sport.
No paddle? No problem. We’ll have extra equipment available to borrow (while supplies last). Just show up, move a little and have fun. These sessions are perfect for beginners or anyone curious to try something new!
April 10, 10 - 11 a.m.
May 22, 10 - 11 a.m.
June 21, 11 a.m. - noon
For questions, please contact Kayla White.
Pickup League
Looking for a fun way to be active and connect with fellow YMCA Members? Join us for Coed Adult Pickup Pickle Ball.
More league dates will be coming soon.
Taylor Family YMCA
Clinics
Pickleball clinics are offered through Tennisbloc. Registration is now open for adult, beginner through advanced.
More clinic and league dates will be coming soon.
Schedules and Reservations
Please use the schedules page or the app to see availability for a variety of adult sports, including indoor/outdoor pickleball, racquetball, open gym times and pickup sports. Information about tennis courts can be found using the tennis reservations link below.
Directors
Please contact us with questions about YMCA Adult Pickleball.
A.E. Finley YMCA: Paula Ruff
Chatham Park YMCA: Amanda Isham
Downtown Durham: Adam Velez
East Triangle YMCA: Kayla White
Kerr Family YMCA: Leah Thompson
Kraft Family YMCA: Kristin Hutchins
Northwest Cary YMCA: Simeon Ruff
Poole Family YMCA: Beth Porter
Alexander Family YMCA and Southeast Raleigh: Eric Rhinehalt
Taylor Family YMCA: Donovan Perry