Question 1

What is pickleball?

Accepted Answer

Pickleball is a fun and fast-paced racket sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. It is played on a smaller court with a solid paddle and a perforated plastic ball.

Question 2

Who can play pickleball?

Accepted Answer

Pickleball is a sport for all ages and skill levels. It can be enjoyed by individuals of varying fitness levels and abilities, making it an inclusive activity suitable for seniors, adults, and children alike.

Question 3

How do I join the pickleball club?

Accepted Answer

To join Dorset Pickleball Club, get in touch via our email (info@dorsetpickleballclub.co.uk) for information on joining. New members are always welcome! To help us get back to your enquiry as efficiently as possible, please include detail of your experience of play so we can confirm which sessions are best suited to you.

Question 4

Is there a membership fee?

Accepted Answer

There is no fee to join Dorset Pickleball Club! All of our sessions are pay and play!

Question 5

I've never played pickled before, can I join?

Accepted Answer

If you're a pickleball newbie, you can join one of our monthly intro sessions to get you started.

Simply drop us an email and we'll get you booked in for your introductory session.

Question 6

Is pickleball suitable for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely! Pickleball is a beginner-friendly sport that's easy to learn but offers plenty of room for growth and improvement. We provide introductory sessions and beginner-friendly play opportunities to help new players get started.

Question 7

Do I need to bring my own equipment?

Accepted Answer

Simply turn up and play, we provide all paddles, nets and balls for players. Majority of our players will have their own paddles which we recommend so you can master the game with your own equipment.

If you need any help or advice on paddles, please let us know and we can advise you on the best options available to suit your game. We're proud to be associated with British Paddle Brand CONVERT PICKLEBALL where demos are available at all sessions so you can try before you buy!

Question 8

When are the club sessions held?

Accepted Answer

See our latest list of weekly sessions here >

Never played pickleball before? We run monthly intro sessions for beginners to get you started.

If you'd like to join any of our sessions, get in touch to enquire for more info.

Question 9

Are there opportunities for coaching and improvement?

Accepted Answer

Helping you improve your pickleball skills is really important to us and we offer a weekly development session on Thursdays.

We also offer ad hoc group coaching classes and small group sessions to help players of all levels improve on court skills, learn new techniques, and enhance your understanding of the game.

Our level 1 Pickleball Coaches can also offer 1-1 coaching, to help you get the best out of your game. Please get in touch if you're interested in any of coaching.

Question 10

Can I participate in pickleball tournaments?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you're interested in competitive play, there are lots of opportunities to participate in pickleball tournaments organised with other local clubs, regional competitions and leagues as well as national and international pickleball tournaments. Tournaments typically feature various divisions based on skill level and age.

Question 11

What clothing should I wear to play pickleball?

Accepted Answer

We recommend you wear comfortable athletic clothing suitable for physical activity. This may include shorts, t-shirts, athletic tops, and we also have our own branded t-shirts.

Your footwear should be appropriate for court sports to ensure you can play safe and injury-free games.

Question 12

How do I pay for sessions?

Accepted Answer

All of our sessions are booked & paid for via the Spond App. To join our club on Spond please email us for more information

Question 13

Can I bring guests to play at the club?

Accepted Answer

100%! If you know anyone who's interested in playing pickleball, we'd love to have them come along to one of our introductory sessions. Ask them to sign up on our website or drop us an email to info@dorsetpickleballclub.co.uk.

Question 14

I'm visiting the area, can I join a club session?

Accepted Answer

If you're a regular player and would like to join DPC whilst you're in town, we'd love to have you along! Please send us an email with your details, dates you're visiting and your pickleball experience so we can ensure you are joining a session best suited to you. (DUPR rating if you have one is super helpful!) We recommend to reach out to us with as much notice as possible as our sessions fill up quickly and are offered first come first serve.

Question 15

Can I hire a pickleball court from you?

Accepted Answer

No, unfortunately we can't help with court hire. We are a pickleball club that plays across many different venues so we are only able to offer you to book onto our organised sessions. If you are looking to book a pickleball court you will need to contact the leisure centres direct.