PICKLEBALL
Pickleball is one of the world's fastest growing sports. Incorporating aspects of tennis, badminton and table tennis it is easy to learn and suitable for a wide range of ages and skill levels.
MainPower Stadium is the home of Pickleball in North Canterbury, with social and competitive formats at MainPower Stadium running now.
We'll supply all the gear - we just need the players!
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WEEKLY SESSIONS - $7 per person each session
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REGULAR OPEN REC SESSION TIMES:
Unless stated otherwise all our Open Rec Sessions cater for players of all ages, skill levels, experience and abilities. Sessions will be run with a combination of general and graded mixing up of players. New players will be coached separately until deemed ready to join the main group. We encourage all our more experienced players to be supportive and encouraging of new players to create a great playing experience for everyone.
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Tuesdays
9:30am - 11:00am
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Wednesdays
5:00pm - 6:00pm
(Kids & Pickleball Academy)
6:00pm - 7:30pm
7:30pm - 9:00pm
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Thursdays
9:30am - 11:00am
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All equipment is provided. During these sessions we will play mostly doubles (depending on numbers) and will mix people up so they are playing with and against different people throughout the session.
Some coaching and rules instruction will be provided if required.
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Please note that while Pickleball can be suitable for all ages and attracts many older players, it is important players have a suitable level of mobility and balance to avoid falls and injury.
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If you would like more information please email: tkean@sportstrust.org.nz
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If you are interested in giving Pickleball a try at other times we have courts and equipment available to hire. Cost is $7 per player for 60 minutes or $10 per player for 90 minutes. Equipment costs are included.
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To book...
Email: mainpowerstadium@sportstrust.org.nz
or phone: 03 975 5560
CANCELLED
Unfortunately due to low entries we have decided to cancel the Pickleball Palooza Junior Tournament this year.
However, we will include something for Junior players at NC Pickleball's next tournament in April 2025.
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For more information contact:
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Our Pickleball Academy for Year 7-10 students is up and running on Wednesdays, 5-6pm
If you have kids, or know any kids, the right age who are interested in giving Pickleball a go then sign them up for this introductory programme to our new favourite sport.
Parents and siblings are also welcome to come along and have their own hit on the spare courts during that hour.
Spaces will be limited for new players so don't delay - register now by contacting tkean@sportstrust.org.nz
Pickleball
lunchtime league
Join our fun and competitive Lunchtime Pickleball League.
All you need to do is find a partner and sign up - we'll supply all equipment and even provide some coaching if required. All skill levels are catered for.
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When: Thursdays 12-1pm / 9 week competition through the school Term
Where: MainPower Stadium
Cost: $7 per player
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For more information or to register your team contact