LWV Pickleball Club - Playing in LWV

PLAYING IN LWV

PLAYING HERE

WHO MAY PLAY - Laguna Woods Village residents and their guests may use the courts free of charge.

LAGUNA WOODS RULES - Court procedures are governed by the Laguna Woods Recreation Facility operating rules for Paddle Tennis & Pickleball (outdoors) and Fitness Centers & Gymnasium (indoors). Players must be familiar with the LW rules (see links in box on the right), court hours, and Brad's Boxes (below).

COURT LOCATIONS - The seven outdoor courts are located inside Gate 12, down the hill from the putting green. These courts are lit at night. The three indoor courts are in the gym at Clubhouse One. Use the entrance door located in the courtyard.

JOIN THE CLUB! - Membership of the Pickleball Club gives access to the roster of 500+ other players, participation in our many member-only tournaments and social play, discounted social events, information about the courts, and all things pickleball in the Village. Members may also use the Lobster ball-throwing machine. Click here for the Calendar of events.

"PRIME TIME" - On the outdoor courts, "Prime Time" includes the regular hours of priority play and 4-10pm Monday-Friday. The court hours are on the Home page.

GUESTS - During prime time, a resident may have one guest; during non-prime time, up to three guests are permitted. Guests must be registered in Dwelling Live or accompanied through Gate 12. The resident must be at the court at all times with any guests and if playing, occupy the same court.

SKILL LEVEL - If you don't know your skill level, either follow the USPA rating or sign up for a free skill level assessment with resident Coach Allan. Click here for details.

PADDLES & BALLS - The Golf Pro Shop sells balls. If you buy from Pickleball Central, use code CRLWPC to get a 5% discount. If you buy from Engage, use code 20LWPC for a 20% discount.

STAY SAFE! Read the USAP safety tips

LOST & FOUND - Paddles found at the outdoor courts are handed in to the Golf Pro shop. Other items are put in the Lost & Found box at the courts and given to the Golf Pro shop monthly.

COURT ACCESS : BRAD'S BOXES

If the courts are busy and players are waiting, Brad's Boxes goes into effect to determine the order of play. On the outdoor courts, the orange flag is raised. Leave your court when your game is finished. If you are not sure how this works, ask another player.

Doubles play takes priority over singles. Singles players already on the court may finish their game (15 mins max).
You may only sign up when you are not playing on a court.
Write your name legibly in an open box.
If you want to sign up a team of 4, you must all be present on the patio/sign-up sheets to sign up.
The next filled box of 4 players takes the next open court. X out your box before you go to the court.
Play one game, then leave the court and sign up again.
If you are looking for players at a specific skill level write the skill level (2.5, 3.0, etc.)
[Outdoor courts] When the board is full, erase the x-ed boxes (only) and start again from the top.

CODE OF CONDUCT

To play in Laguna Woods Village, it is expected that you:

1. Abide by the International Federation of Pickleball (IFP) rules and regulations and the GRF operating procedures.

2. Ensure your guests abide by the rules.

3. Help keep the courts and surrounding area as clean and tidy as possible.

4. Treat everyone with courtesy and respect. Be welcoming and helpful to newcomers, guests, and visitors.

5. Conduct yourself in a respectful manner and avoid any verbal or physical behavior that makes other players uncomfortable or feel threatened in any way.

6. Exhibit good sportsmanship at all times and encourage others to do the same.

7. Do not criticize other players, nor give unsolicited coaching or advice.

8. Do not enter a court while a rally is in progress.

9. Tailor your play to those you are playing with, especially beginners.

Remember – it is just a game.

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Warm up

Wear proper court shoes