Use of The J’s indoor and outdoor pickleball courts is open only to LJCC members.
The fastest growing sport in America, pickleball combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis for two or four players using paddles to hit a perforated polymer ball (similar to a Wiffle ball) over a net.
Launch Event!
Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00 P.M.
Join us for the official kickoff of Pickleball Community Nights! Enjoy music and a fun meet-and-play mixer as we introduce our new court format and paddle rack system. Community Nights continue the following Monday.
Pickleball community nights
Weekly • Mondays • 6:00–8:00 PM • LJCC Outdoor Courts
Start Date: Monday, Monday, January 12, 2026
You asked—we listened. We’re launching Pickleball Community Nights, a structured drop-in evening where players can enjoy consistent, level-appropriate play without needing a full league or tournament commitment.
Whether you’ve completed the 101 Clinic, played in our league, or you’re new and eager to get better—this night is for you.
Community night details
We use a simple, self-running paddle rack rotation system that keeps games moving smoothly and ensures fair play—no staff required.
Choose Your Court Level
Court 1 — Learning Court (Beginners & 101 Clinic Players)
Encouraging, slower-paced games with a focus on improvement.
Court 2 — Rally Court (Intermediate & Pickleball League Members)
Balanced, standard rally-based play with rotating partners.
Court 3 — Challenge Court (Competitive Playeres)
Fast, competitive play. Winners stay for one game, then rotate out.
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Choose your court.
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Place your paddle in that court’s rack.
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First four paddles = next game.
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After each game, paddles move to the back of the rack.
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Play as many games as you want!
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Paddle
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Water bottle
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Athletic footwear
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Friendly, community-focused attitude
FREE for all LJCC Members
Recommended for ages 16+ for consistent gameplay.
Pickleball 101 Clinic – Sunday, January 25, 2026
New to pickleball? This is the perfect place to start!
Our Pickleball 101 Clinic is a hands-on beginner session that will teach you everything you need to get on the court with confidence:
- How to hold a paddle and serve
- Scoring and court rules
- Basic movement, rallies, and strategy
Details:
📅 Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Levite Jewish Community Center – Outdoor Courts
FREE to Register!
Why Attend?
This is your chance to learn, practice, and get comfortable before joining our Pickleball League or our Pickleball Palooza tournament. A few paddles will be provided, so try to bring your own.
Come learn, laugh, and get in on one of the fastest-growing sports in the country!
Picklepalooza Tournament
Sunday, November 16, 2025
Rally. Rotate. Celebrate.
Our Pickleball Palooza is a rotating doubles tournament designed for fun, social competition, and community connection. Players are paired with new partners each round, keeping the games fresh and exciting!
Tournament Format:
- 7 rounds of rotating doubles
- 3 championship games for top teams
- Coed, all skill levels welcome
- Winners celebrated at the end-of-day awards
Details:
📅 Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
⏰ Time: Noon – 5:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Levite Jewish Community Center – Outdoor Courts
Members: $30
Non-Members: $40
Why Play?
Meet new players, test your skills, and enjoy a day full of friendly competition and fun. No experience required — this is all about community, camaraderie, and celebrating the game!
LJCC FALL 2025 PICKLEBALL LEAGUE
September 29-November 10
Registration deadline is September 22
$60 for members/$75 for non-members
League details
- Game 1: Mon., Sept. 29
- Game 2: Thurs., Oct. 9 (Thurs. due to Sukkot holiday)
- Game 3: Thurs., Oct. 16 (Thurs. due to Sukkot holiday)
- Game 4: Mon., Oct. 20
- Game 5: Mon., Oct. 27
- Game 6: Mon., Nov. 3
End-of season celebration and open-play party: Monday, November 10
Type: Individual registration; coed doubles
Partners: Rotating each week
Match format: Single game to 11 points (win by 2)
Self-officiated: Players call their own lines and scores
Rankings: Tracked individually using the DUPR App
- 5:30 p.m. Check-in at the courts
- 5:30–5:50 p.m. Warm-ups
- 6:00 p.m. Matches start
- After matches: Record scores in DUPR and hang out courtside
- Paddle and balls (loaner balls available)
- Good vibes and team spirit!
Open play
General open play in Wood Gym
- Mondays 5:30-8 p.m.
- Fridays 9 a.m.–noon
- Sundays 2–4 p.m.
The Wood Gym is also open during the following hours (one net):
- Mondays, noon-1 p.m. and 2-3 p.m.
- Tuesdays, noon-3:30 p.m.
- Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m. and 2-3 p.m.
- Thursdays, noon-3:30 p.m.
- Sundays, 8-11 a.m.
Three outdoor courts are also available:
- LJCC members who want to use the members-only outdoor pickleball courts can check in at the Welcome Desk to receive a sticker showing your play date.
Direct your questions to Athletics Director Kirsten Thomas.