INTRO TO PICKLEBALL

Is pickleball for you? Come and find out. The LWV Pickleball Club regularly offers an "Introduction to Pickleball" session with no Club membership required. The session takes place at the outdoor courts. Register for a slot via the CALENDAR on this website. Email beginpickle@gmail.com with any questions. 

THE BASICS

1. Read the rules!  Playing in LW.  You must be familiar with GRF operating procedures, court conduct, court hours, etc.
2. Wear suitable shoes (tennis shoes with good support, plenty of tread and non-marking soles) and comfortable clothes.  Sunglasses or safety glasses are also recommended.
3. We have a couple of loaner paddles and some balls for your use for the Intro session. Additionally, the Golf Pro Shop has paddles to borrow for general play when you provide your resident's card. The Golf Pro Shop also has balls for sale.
4. Most sporting goods stores (PGA Superstore, Dicks, Big 5, etc.) carry pickleball equipment and you can purchase online through pickleball sites such as  Pickleball Central and Engage or from Amazon. If you buy from Pickleball Central, use code CRLWPC  to get a 5% discount. With Engage Pickleball, use code 20LWPC for 20% off everything. Pickleball Central also has a Paddle Guide to help you choose.

NEED SOME PEOPLE TO PLAY WITH?

Click here for some tips on finding other people to play with in Laguna Woods

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Helpful links to get you started on the right foot:

Rules at a glance: Printable quick view of pickleball rules

Pickleball 101: A quick start guide

Tips for new players: Invaluable

Stay safe: 12 things to know

The kitchen: Facts and myths

Rules: Learn the basics

Full USAP rules: when you're ready