Beginner Open Play

About this event

Register for a fun, relaxed drop-in session made just for beginners! This is your safe space to learn and play pickleball with others who are also new to the game—no advanced players, no intimidating pace. Everyone starts from scratch here.

Our friendly staff and volunteers will be on hand to guide you as needed—whether it's explaining rules, helping with serves, or just cheering you on. Don't worry about making mistakes; this is all about having fun, building confidence, and getting hooked on pickleball in a welcoming backyard environment. No experience necessary—come as you are!

Everyone must register individually. Once registered, drop in for the full session or anytime within the time block.

DROP IN / OPEN PLAY RULES

Paddle up system - players place their paddles in the holder to manage who is next to play

The NEXT UP slider is moved to indicate which four players are up next

Each game is played to 11, win by 2

After each game, all four players come off the court and re-enter the queue at the end

Event details

Beginner Open Play is a pickleball open play session hosted by Pickleball Backyard in Gilbert, Arizona. The venue is at 868 N Gilbert Rd, Gilbert, Arizona 85234. The next session starts on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM and ends at 6:00 PM, local time at the club. Sessions continue until December 23, 2026. Registration costs $12.50 USD. 12 of 16 spots are open. Players can register online as guests, without a Pickleball Backyard account. Pickleball Backyard has 7 courts for pickleball.

Location

Pickleball Backyard