We offer social, recreational pickleball programming through drop-in and registered structures. For more on what’s offered see Drop-in Pickleball Schedules below.
Indoor courts are available at William E. Pautler 50+ Centre, John Dolson Centre and W.G. Johnson Centre/Ted Wake 50+ Centre. Outdoor courts are also available. Visit pickleball courts page for more.
Competitive level of play options, beyond what we offer, can be found in FAQs below.
Exciting Momentum
Pickleball has steadily gained popularity over recent years, to the point that our facilities are stretched to support.
We greatly appreciate your patience as we adjust to better meet the demand and aim to offer a level of play to keep everyone engaged and excited. We will continue to add programs and staff resources where possible, alongside the adjustments to how we facilitate drop-in programs.
Please extend your fair and respectful approach off the courts to our staff and others with the same passion to play.
Drop-in Program
William E. Pautler 50+ Centre (WEPC):
- Registration will be available in-person or online through CORAL at WEPC location ONLY.
- Registration opens 45 minutes prior to each 90 minute time slot.
- Two programs will run for 90 minutes each, from 9-10:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday (9 a.m. remains ‘Easy Pace Play’), Wednesday and Friday.
- Maximum capacity of 26 players per 90 minute session
Register for WEPC pickleball now
We also offer pickleball clinics to help develop and improve your skills.
| 50+ Programs |
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Easy Pace Play: Slow pace or new to the sport.
Easy Pace Play Schedule
| Day of the Week | Time | Location |
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| Tuesdays |
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
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William E Paulter Centre
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Open Recreational Play: All levels welcome
Open Recreation Play Schedule
*Programs at John Dolson Centre run from October 2024 to June 2025
| Day of the Week | Time | Location |
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Monday
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9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. |
William E Paulter Centre |
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Tuesday
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10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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William E Paulter Centre |
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Wednesday
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9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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William E Paulter Centre |
| Wednesday |
2:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. & 4:15 p.m. to 5:45p.m. |
Ted Wake Centre (WGJ) |
| Friday |
9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. & 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. |
William E Paulter Centre |
| Friday |
1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Ted Wake Centre (WGJ) |
| Monday |
12:30 to 2:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
John Dolson Centre |
| Tuesday |
12:30 to 2:00 p.m. & 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. |
John Dolson Centre |
| Thursday |
12:30 to 2:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
John Dolson Centre |
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| 2024-2025 Fall/Winter All Ages Pickleball (Sep 1 - Mar 31) |
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Players of all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This schedule runs between September 1 2024 to March 31 2025.
Adults: $5.98/ person
Children & 50+: $4.07/ person
W.G. Johnson Centre Gymnasium
| Day of the Week | Date | Time | Cancellations |
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Monday
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Sept 9 - Mar 31
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7:00 - 8:30 a.m.
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
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Oct 14, Dec 30, Feb 17
Oct 14, Dec 23, Dec 30, Feb 17, Mar 10
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Sept 9 - Mar 31 |
8:00 - 9:30 p.m.
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Oct 14, Dec 30, Feb 17 |
| Tuesday |
Sept 3 - Mar 25
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7:00 - 8:30 a.m.
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
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Dec 31
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| Wednesday |
Sept 4 - Mar 26
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7:00 - 8:30 a.m.
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
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Dec 25, Jan 1
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| Thursday |
Sept 5 - Mar 27
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7:00 - 8:30 a.m.
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Dec 26, Jan 2 |
| Friday |
Sept 6 - Mar 28
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10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
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Dec 27, Jan 3, Mar 14 |
| Saturday |
Sept 7 - Mar 29 |
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
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Dec 7, Dec 28, Jan 4 |
| Sunday |
Sept 8 - Mar 30 |
12:00 - 1:30 p.m. |
Oct 13, Dec 29 |
John Dolson Centre Gymnasium
| Day of the Week | Date | Time | Cancellations |
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| Monday |
Sep 9 - Mar 31
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9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
10:30 - 12:00 p.m.
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Oct 14, Dec 23, Dec 30, Feb 17, Mar 10
Oct 14, Dec 23, Dec 30, Feb 17, Mar 10, Mar 31
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| Tuesday |
Sept 3 - Mar 25
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7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
10:30 to 12:00 p.m.
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Dec 31, Mar 11
Dec 31, Mar 11
Sept 3, Dec 31, Mar 11
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| Wednesday |
Sept 4 - Mar 26
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7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
7:30 - 9:00 p.m.
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Dec 25, Jan 1, Mar 12
Dec 25, Jan 1
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| Thursday |
Sept 5 - Mar 6
Sept 5 - Feb 20
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7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Oct 24, Nov 21, Dec 26, Jan 2, Feb 27
Oct 10 & 24, Nov 7 & 21, Dec 5, 12, 26, Jan 2 & 9
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| Friday |
Sept 6 - Mar 28
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9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
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Oct 11, Nov 1, Dec 27, Jan 3, Mar 14 |
| Sunday |
Sept 8 - Mar 30
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1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
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Oct 13, Dec 29 |
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2025 Spring/Summer All Ages Pickleball (Apr 1 - Aug 31)
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Players of all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. It is recommended to bring your own equipment, quantities at facility are limited. Registration is completed in person, at the facility. This schedule runs between April 1 2025 to August 31 2025.
Adults: $6.13/ person
Children & 50+: $4.17/ person
W.G. Johnson Centre Gymnasium (Apr 1 - Aug 31)
| Day of the Week | Date | Time | Cancellations |
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| Monday |
Apr 7 - Aug 25 |
7:00 - 8:30 a.m. |
Apr 21, May 19, Aug 4 |
| Monday |
Apr 7 - Aug 25 |
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
Apr 21, May 19, Aug 4 |
| Monday |
Apr 7 - Aug 25 |
8:00 - 9:30 p.m. |
Apr 21, May 19, Aug 4 |
| Tuesday |
Apr 1 - Aug 26 |
7:00 -8 :30 a.m. |
Jul 1 |
| Tuesday |
Apr 1 - Aug 26 |
8:30 - 10:00 a.m. |
Jul 1 |
| Wednesday |
Apr 2 - Aug 27 |
7:00 - 8:30 a.m. |
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| Wednesday |
Apr 2 - Aug 27 |
8:30 - 10:00 a.m. |
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| Thursday |
Apr 3 - Aug 28 |
7:00 - 8:30 a.m. |
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| Friday |
Apr 4 - Aug 29 |
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
Apr 18 |
| Saturday |
Apr 5 - Aug 30 |
1:30 - 3:00 p.m. |
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| Sunday |
Apr 6 - Aug 31 |
12:00 - 1:30 p.m. |
Apr 20 |
John Dolson Centre Gymnasium (Apr 1 - Jun 19)
| Day of the Week | Date | Time | Cancellations |
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| Monday |
Apr 7 - Jun 16 |
9:00 -10:30 a.m. |
Apr 21, May 19 |
| Monday |
Apr 7 - Jun 16 |
10:30 a.m. - noon |
Apr 21, May 19 |
| Tuesday |
Apr 1 - Jun 17 |
7:30 - 9:00 a.m. |
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| Tuesday |
Apr 1 - Jun 17 |
9:00 - 10:30 a.m. |
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| Tuesday |
Apr 1 - Jun 17 |
10:30 a.m. - noon |
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| Wednesday |
Apr 2 - Jun 18 |
7:30 - 9:00 a.m. |
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| Wednesday |
Apr 2 - Jun 18 |
9:00 - 10:30 a.m. |
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| Wednesday |
Apr 2 - Jun 18 |
10:30 a.m. - noon |
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| Wednesday |
Apr 2 - Jun 18 |
1:00 - 2:30 p.m. |
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| Wednesday |
Apr 2 - Jun 18 |
2:30 - 4:00 p.m. |
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| Wednesday |
Apr 2 - Jun 18 |
7:30 - 9:00 p.m. |
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| Thursday |
Apr 3 - Jun 19 |
7:30 - 9:00 a.m. |
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| Thursday |
Apr 3 - Jun 19 |
9:00 - 10:30 a.m. |
Apr 10, Apr 24, May 8, May 22, Jun 5 |
| Thursday |
Apr 3 - Jun 19 |
10:30 a.m. - noon |
Apr 10, Apr 24, May 8, May 22, Jun 5 |
| Friday |
Apr 4 - Jun 13 |
9:00 - 10:30 a.m. |
Apr 18, May 30 |
| Friday |
Apr 4 - Jun 13 |
10:30 a.m. - noon |
Apr 18, May 30 |
| Friday |
Apr 4 - Jun 13 |
1:00 - 2:30 p.m. |
Apr 18, May 30 |
| Friday |
Apr 4 - Jun 13 |
2:30 - 4:00 p.m. |
Apr 18, May 30 |
| Sunday |
Apr 6 - Jun 15 |
1:30 - 3:00 p.m. |
Apr 20 |
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2025 Spring/Summer Pickleball Leagues
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| Beginner (16+) |
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In partnership with Elevation Athletics, this weekly pickleball league is a developmental doubles league for players with limited experience and who may be new to Pickleball. Players will be assigned to matches, competing for individual points and league ranking. You do not need to register with a partner. Players are encouraged to bring their own paddles.
$110.80 + HST
| Date | Day | Time | Location | Exclusion Dates |
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| May 12 - Jun 30 |
Monday |
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. |
Duncan McIntosh Arena |
May 19 |
| Jul 7 - Aug 25 |
Monday |
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. |
Duncan McIntosh Arena |
Aug 4 |
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| Advanced Beginner (16+) |
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In partnership with Elevation Athletics, this advanced beginners pickleball league is designed for players at the 2.5-3.0 level. This league is for those who understand the rules, scoring, and concepts like the third shot drop. This is a doubles league where you don’t need to have a registered partner. Each week, you will be assigned to play with different partners, competing for individual points. Your points are tallied and you are ranked in the league standings.
$110.80 + HST
| Date | Day | Time | Location | Exclusion Dates |
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| May 12 - Jun 30 |
Monday |
8:00 - 10:00 p.m. |
Duncan McIntosh Arena |
May 19 |
| Jul 7 - Aug 25 |
Monday |
8:00 - 10:00 p.m. |
Duncan McIntosh Arena |
Aug 4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Why have I seen people under 50 years old participating in 50+ programs?
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Non 50 + members or those 18+ are always welcome but will be required to pay the 50+ non-member drop-in fee. This applies to all 50+ drop-in programs and registered activities.
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As a 50+ member, why do I need to pay at some time slots and not at others?
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Your 50+ membership applies to the 50+ drop-in time slots. The other time slots are subject to our recreation rates that also apply to basketball, drop-in fitness or swims etc.
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If I want to play competitively what are my options?
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We offer non-competitive social, recreational pickleball play.
Other local organizations that offer pickleball or competitive play:
Please note, the City of Cambridge does not endorse or have direct affiliation with these programs.
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Can I be a pickleball instructor or teach beginners that come to play?
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We encourage you to offer guidance to your fellow players, however the drop-in time slots are for recreational play, without a staff instructor or convener. We offer learn to play and intermediate clinics by hired instructors. If interested in teaching, please view current career opportunities page
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Do you have opportunities to improve my skills?
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The City of Cambridge does offer instructional pickleball programs. Though extremely popular, to check availability and register for open courses please visit our online CORAL site.
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Other cities offer programs based on skill level, why does Cambridge not?
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We are hoping that self-selecting those you are playing with will provide the desired level of play. William E. Pautler Centre will pilot changes in January 2024 to help individuals self-select their desired level of play and/or opponents. See further details on the pilot above.
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Can you offer more time slots for pickleball?
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We are actively adding time slots to increase programming where possible.
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