CLASSES
Introduction to Pickleball – Adults 18+
Come learn the fastest growing sport in America! This class is for the novice player (USA Pickleball rating of 1.0 – 2.5) and covers the basics of pickleball including rules, terminology, fundamentals and introduces match play. Players are encouraged to bring a paddle and water bottle to each class.
Cost is per month.
Instructor: MCRC Staff
Location: Mentor Community Recreation Center
MCRC Member: $48 | MCRC Non-Member: $58
Wednesday(s), 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Dates: May 7 – 28, June 4 – 25, July 9 – 30, Aug 6 – 27
Intermediate Pickleball – Adults 18+
This low intermediate class (USA Pickleball rating of 3.0) covers the fundamentals of pickleball including serving, rallying, keeping score, dinking, and match play. Players are encouraged to bring a paddle and water bottle to each class.
Cost is per month.
Instructor: MCRC Staff
Location: Mentor Community Recreation Center
MCRC Member: $48 | MCRC Non-Member: $58
Wednesday(s), 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Dates: May 7 – 28, June 4 – 25, July 9 – 30, Aug 6 – 27
Advanced Pickleball – Adults 18+
Designed for high intermediate – advanced skill levels (USA Pickleball rating of 3.5+), this class covers stroke mechanics, dinking, strategy and match play. Players are encouraged to bring a paddle and water bottle to each class.
Cost is per month.
Instructor: MCRC Staff
Location: Mentor Community Recreation Center
MCRC Member: $48 | MCRC Non-Member: $58
Wednesday(s), 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Dates: May 7 – 28, June 4 – 25, July 9 – 30, Aug 6 – 27
Beginner Pickleball For Seniors – Adults 55+
Come learn the fastest growing sport in America! This class is for the novice player (USA Pickleball rating of 1.0 – 2.5) and covers the basics of pickleball including rules, terminology, fundamentals and introduces match play. Players are encouraged to bring a paddle and water bottle to each class.
Cost is per month.
Instructor: MCRC Staff
Location: Mentor Community Recreation Center
MCRC Member: $48 | MCRC Non-Member: $58
Tuesday(s), 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Dates: May 6 – 27, June 3 – 24, July 8 – 29, Aug 5 – 26
Intermediate Pickleball For Seniors – Adults 55+
This intermediate class (USA Pickleball rating of 3.0 – 3.5) covers the fundamentals of pickleball including serving, rallying, keeping score, dinking, and match play. Players are encouraged to bring a paddle and water bottle to each class.
Instructor: MCRC Staff
Location: Mentor Community Recreation Center
MCRC Member: $48 | MCRC Non-Member: $58
Tuesday(s), 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Dates: May 6 – 27, June 3 – 24, July 8 – 29, Aug 5 – 26
Pickleball Clinic – Ages 18+
Designed for intermediate – advanced skill levels, these clinics will focus on forehand roll / topspin, resets and counters, playing in No Man’s Land, group drilling, and learning to use a ball machine. The intent of each class is to elevate your game. Players are encouraged to bring their own paddle; balls will be provided. Price is per occurrence.
Instructor: MCRC Staff
Location: Mentor Community Recreation Center
MCRC Member: $12 | MCRC Non-Member: $15
June 3 – Aug 19 | Tuesday(s) | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
June 4 – Aug 20 | Wed(s) | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Pickleball Open Play – Ages 18+
Gather up some friends and work on your game. This member exclusive format, with no instructor, allows athletes to play at their own pace. Registration is required. All skill levels are welcome.
Location: Mentor Community Recreation Center
MCRC Member Only: Free
May 1 – Aug 31st
Sundays, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. (ages 6+)
Mondays, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Fridays, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Fridays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Saturdays, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
PICKLEBALL LEAGUES
Any Doubles Beginner Pickleball League – Adults 18+
Designed for those with a USA Pickleball rating of 2.0 – 2.5, this indoor league consists of 5 games per week for 8 weeks followed by a 1-week, single-elimination, playoff tournament. Games are played to 11 points, win by 2 and are played 2 vs. 2 (any doubles combination), self-officiated. The top 12 teams compete in the playoff tournament. The playoff championship team receives a prize. Players are encouraged to bring their own paddles, balls are provided. Price and registration are per team. Captains meeting is June 17 at 5:30 p.m. & 6:45 p.m. No games July 1.
Coordinator: MCRC Staff
Location: Mentor Community Recreation Center
Session Fee: $108
June 17 – Aug 19 | Tuesday | 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Any Doubles Low Intermediate Pickleball League – Adults 18+
Designed for those with a USA Pickleball rating of 3.0 – 3.4, this indoor league consists of 5 games per week for 8 weeks followed by a 1-week, single-elimination, playoff tournament. Games are played to 11 points, win by 2 and are played 2 vs. 2 (any doubles combination), self-officiated. The top 12 teams compete in the playoff tournament. The playoff championship team receives a prize. Players are encouraged to bring their own paddles, balls are provided. Price and registration are per team. Captains meeting is June 16 at 5:30 p.m. & 6:45 p.m. No games June 30.
Coordinator: MCRC Staff
Location: Mentor Community Recreation Center
Session Fee: $108
June 16 – Aug 18 | Monday(s) | 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Any Doubles High Intermediate – Advanced Pickleball League –
Adults 18+
Designed for those with a USA Pickleball rating of 3.5+, this indoor league consists of 5 games per week for 8 weeks followed by a 1-week, single-elimination, playoff tournament. Games are played to 11 points, win by 2 and are played 2 vs. 2 (any doubles combination), self-officiated. The top 12 teams compete in the playoff tournament. The playoff championship team receives a prize. Players are encouraged to bring their own paddles, balls are provided. Price and registration are per team. Captains meeting is June 19 at 5:30 p.m. & 6:45 p.m. No games July 3.
Coordinator: MCRC Staff
Location: Mentor Community Recreation Center
Session Fee: $108
June 19 – Aug 21 | Thursday(s) | 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Information will be updated as it becomes available. For questions or additional information call (440) 205-3608 or email [email protected].