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Pickleball

This badminton/tennis/table tennis-like sport is the fastest growing sport in South Suburban. This fun and social game is perfect for all ages, easy to learn and provides a great physical workout. Want to join in? Read through the skill ratings section at the bottom of this page to find out where you stand, and explore all of our offerings.

SSIA Court Schedules (6 indoor courts)
Southpark Court Schedules (Grand Opening - Jan 31, 10-12:30pm)
Cornerstone Court Schedules (6 courts)
Lone Tree Court Schedules (6 courts)

Programs and Offerings

SSIA Pickleball Drop-In (Indoors)

Come to our indoor location for drop-in play at the SSIA Pickleball Facility! With a variety of days and times allocated for various levels, there's bound to be a place for you. 

Purchase Pass Link

Daily Rate 10 Punches 20 Punches
Adult $5R | $7NR $45R | $63NR $85R | $119NR
Senior $4R | $5NR $36R | $45NR $64R | $85NR

View Drop-In SSIA Schedule


District Classes 

Adults can go from newbie to expert over the course of three training sessions in a boot camp or choose a one-time clinic. These are designed for beginner and intermediate players ages 18 and up. Learn to play Pickleball, get a great workout, and have fun.

Juniors can participate in our 3-day summer boot camps at SSIA for beginner, intermediate, and advanced players. Progress up through the summer and make new friends.

Junior and Adult Register Link

Leagues & Tournaments

  • Indoor leagues, late Fall through Spring at SSIA Pickleball.
  • Summer outdoor leagues at Cornerstone and Lone Tree.
  • Detailed dates and times on out league page.
  • Cost varies per league and number of weeks. Teams pay in full at the time of registration with a full roster of players.
  • South Suburban hosts pickleball tournaments. Information via the link below.

Contact thull@ssprd.org for more details.

More Information

Private and Semi-Private Lessons

South Suburban Parks and Recreation offers private (1 person) and semi-private (2-4 people) lessons at various locations throughout the District based on availability. Lessons are one-hour long. 

Refund Policy: No refund if the patron cancels within three (3) business days of the scheduled lesson time. 

Private Lessons (1 person) Semi-Private Lessons (2-4 persons)
1 session - $30 (district) / $33 (non-district) 1 session - $20 per person (district) / $23 per person (non-district)

Private Lesson Form

Court Locations

South Suburban operates four dedicated pickleball locations across the district, offering a total of 37 indoor and outdoor courts used exclusively for pickleball.



Rent a Court



SSIA Pickleball (indoor)

6580 S. Vine St. Littleton, CO 80121
303.996.5474

South Suburban has converted tennis courts into six (6) pickleball courts for district programs, drop-in play as well as in-house leagues at SSIA Pickleball. This facility is located near Arapaho and University in the old South Suburban Ice Arena (exit north on Vine at Arapaho).

Indoor Rates
at SSIA
Spring/Fall/Winter
Oct - Apr
Summer Special
May - Sep
Resident $30/hr $14/hr
Non-resident $40/hr $20/hr

Cornerstone Pickleball Courts (outdoor)

5150 S. Windermere St., Littleton, CO 80121

Come check out our outdoor pickleball courts at Cornerstone Park! The six (6) outdoor courts are located at the southeast corner of the park, with the entrance to the parking lot located off of South Hickory Street. The pickleball courts feature:

  • Construction Parking Update
  • 6 outdoor courts with permanent nets
  • Push-button operated lighting at night (year-round)
  • Shade pavilion with seating and tables
  • Senior Shelter with restrooms nearby
  • Horseshoes, shuffleboard, an inline hockey rink, and a skate park nearby

Lone Tree Outdoor Court Rental Rates

Residency
Status
Prime Time: 7am-12pm | 4-8 pm Non-Prime Time
Resident $20/hr $10/hr
Non-resident $30/hr $12/hr
Lone Tree Recreation Center Pickleball Courts (outdoor)

10249 RidgeGate Cir., Lone Tree, CO 80124

Come check out our outdoor pickleball courts at Lone Tree Recreation Center! The six (6) outdoor courts are located at the southeast corner of the parking lot of the facility. The pickleball courts feature:

  • 6 outdoor courts with permanent nets
  • Open 8 am - 9 pm, seven days a week
  • Push-button operated lighting at night (year-round)
  • Shade pavilion with seating and tables
  • There is a port-o-let available at Prairie Sky Park.
  • Rainout Line link for weather-related court issues and closures.

Lone Tree Outdoor Court Rental Rates

Residency
Status
Prime Time: 8am-12pm | 4-8pm Non-Prime Time
Resident $20/hr $10/hr
Non-resident $30/hr $12/hr

Southpark Pickleball Complex (outdoor)

GRAND OPENING - Saturday, Jan 31 | 10:30am-12pm

400 W. County Line Rd., Highlands Ranch, Co 80126

South Suburban and Highlands Ranch Metro District partnered to build the Southpark Pickleball Complex on the corner of South Broadway and East County Line Road. The complex features:

  • 19 outdoor courts with permanent nets (reservations for the west courts #1-10 are managed by South Suburban)
  • Open 6 am-10 pm, seven days a week
  • Push-button operated lighting available year-round
  • Two shade structures with picnic tables
  • Restrooms available year-round
  • Courts will be locked if snow/ice is on the courts - no snow removal is allowed

Southpark Pickleball Complex Outdoor Court Rental Rates

Resident Non-Resident
$12/hr $12/hr
Other Outdoor Courts within the District

Players must bring their own portable net(s), paddles, and balls to play. Court rentals are not available at these locations.

What's Your Rating?

Read through the skill ratings to find out where you stand, and explore our offerings below.

1.0 to 2.0 Skill Rating:
This player is just starting to play pickleball and has no other sports background. Minimal understanding of rules of the game.

2.5 Skill Rating:
This player has limited experience. Can sustain a short rally with players of equal ability. Basic ability to keep score.

3.0 Skill Rating:
Ability to hit a medium paced shot. Lacks directional intent and consistency. Avoids using a backhand. Lacks directional intent and consistency. Not able to consistently sustain a dink rally. Not yet developed the ability to control a 3rd shot drop. Understands fundamentals. Is learning proper court positioning. Knows the fundamental rules and can keep score and could now play in tournaments.

3.5 Skill Rating:
Improved stroke development with moderate level of shot control of forehand and backhand. Consistently gets serve/return in play with limited ability to control depth. Developing the 3rd shot drop in a way to get to the net. Moves quickly towards the non-volley zone (NVZ) when opportunity is there. Acknowledges difference between hard game and soft game and is starting to vary own game during recreation and tournament play. Can sustain short rallies. Is learning proper court positioning. 

4.0 Skill Level:
Consistently hits forehand and backhand with depth and control. Is still perfecting shot selection and timing. Aware of partner’s position on the court and is able to move as a team. Demonstrates ability to change direction in an offensive manner. Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the rules of the game. Has a moderate number of unforced errors per game. Solid understanding of stacking and when and how it could be used in match play. Beginning to identify opponents weaknesses and attempts to formulate game plan to attack weaknesses. Beginning to seek out more competitive play.

Are you interested in joining one of our boot camps, clinics, or leagues? Find your skill rating with a self evaluation!  

Find out your skill raiting!

Contact

TJ Hull, Coordinator
thull@ssprd.org
303.996.5474 x 45129

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Indoor Drop-in Pickleball

Already know the game or want to learn with other players? Come play during our drop-in Pickleball times at our recreation centers. Links below will connect you to each faciity for play times.

Compiled Gym Schedule

SSIA Pickleball

Buck Gym Schedule

Goodson Gym Schedule

Lone Tree Gym Schedule

Sheridan Gym Schedule

Sports Complex Schedule


Price: Drop-in Pickleball is included in the entrance fee for each recreation center.

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