Adult Pickleball Programs
Winter Pickleball Programs
Get out of the cold weather and join us for indoor pickleball at the Incline Village Recreation Center during the colder months! The Program runs from November 6 through mid to late April with breaks during holiday weeks.
View details on the Winter Indoor Pickleball page.
Summer Pickleball Information
The Incline Village Tennis & Pickleball Center (964 Incline Way, Incline Village) is open to the public and has 15 pickleball courts available for drop-in play, lessons, programs, tournaments and social events. A minimum of four people is required for drop-in play. During the summer, equipment rentals and sales are available in our Pro Shop including demo paddles, court shoes, and apparel. Proper non-marking court shoes are required.
What is Pickleball?
Pickleball is a fun sport for all ages. This popular activity is played on a modified tennis court with the net lowered to 34 inches at the center. It is played with a perforated plastic ball (similar to a whiffle ball) and composite or wooden paddle. It is easy for beginners to learn, and can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. (Click here for the official rules, courtesy of the International Federation of Pickleball.)
2024 Pickleball Court Fees & Membership Passes
Call the Pro Shop at (775) 832-1235 to make a court reservation.
View the Pickleball Rates on the Hours & Rates page.
Organized Drop-In Play
Everyone is welcome but first-time players must participate in a Beginner Pickleball Clinic before participating in drop-in play. Players will rotate into different games with others. Please use the paddle boxes to secure your place in the rotation. When a game is finished, two winners stay on and split up, while the next two waiting players go onto the court. When more than four players are waiting, rotation will be four players off and four new players on. Registration is not required but all players must check in at the pro shop, even membership pass holders.
- Organized Drop-In Schedule: Daily from 10 am - 1 pm (schedule is subject to change)
Court Assignments / Levels 
Courts 1 - 4 are for highly competitive players and have a separate paddle box. Courts 5 - 10 are for competitive intermediate, and courts 11 - 14 are for social play. Please review this graphic, also posted at the courts, to ensure you are playing on the correct court for your level.
Adult Pickleball Clinics
Register at the Pro Shop or call (775) 832-1235 for programs and events. Some programs and events may also be available for online registration at Register.YourTahoePlace.com. Type "pickleball" in the Activity Search or click on the button below.
Beginner Pickleball Clinics (2.0-2.5 Skill Rating)
Have you always wanted to play but don’t know where to begin? We can help you with the basics to get you started. New players must attend a clinic before joining drop-in play.
- Dates: June 10 - September 21, 2024
- Days: Mondays & Saturdays
- Time: 12:15pm - 1:15pm
- Fees per day: $30, $25 w/ IVGID Pass
Daily Adult Clinics (3.0+ Skill Rating)
Practice different aspects of your game every day of the week with our PB pros. This is a great way to warm up and get ready for your open play, you will develop your technical and tactical game.
- Dates: July 1 - September 2, 2024
- Days: Every day
- Time: 8:00am - 9:00am
- Fees per day: $27, $22 w/ IVGID Pass
Advanced Beginner Pickleball Clinics (3.5 Skill Rating)
Know the basics but still worried about jumping into open play? Struggling with your serve? Don't know how to make your shots where you want them to go? This clinic is for you. We'll work on skills such as serving, basic strokes, or knowing where to stand on the court. Other concepts may be introduced to help you understand how to improve your game.
- Dates: June 10 - September 21, 2024
- Days: Mondays & Saturdays
- Time: 1:15pm - 2:15pm
- Fees per day: $30, $25 w/ IVGID Pass
Pickleball Drill Sessions (3.0-3.5 Skill Rating & 4.0+ Skill Rating)
Get in your 10,000 reps on your way to mastering your fundamental pickleball shots and strategy. Join us for weekly drill sessions by level. Drills to be based on group input for each session. Come prepared to share the areas of your game you'd like to improve so that drills can can be tailored to group needs. Space is limited to 12 players per session, and will be divided by skills level within each session. Minimum skill level for drilling is 3.0. More sessions possible based on demand by level.
- Dates: July 2 - August 29, 2024
- Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
- Time: 12:15pm - 1:30pm
- Fees per day: $30, $25 w/ IVGID Pass
Adult Pickleball Events & Mixers
Thursday Pickleball Socials
Anyone looking to play some pickleball and meet other players is welcome to join for Pickleball Socials. Pros run the social and the format is open, round-robin or tournament depending on the number of participants. Stay after for a potluck BBQ. Bring something to throw on the grill and a side dish to share.
- Dates: June 13, July 11, July 18, August 8, August 22, September 5
- Times: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
- Fees: $20, $15 w/ IVGID Pass; free with Tennis Center or Pickleball membership
The Endless Summer Pickleball Smash - September 8, 2024
Round-robin fundraiser presented by Pet Network. View details here.
Annual Incline Pickleball Open Tournament - August 17 & 18, 2024
The Annual Incline Pickleball Open is a fun-filled tennis competition for players of all skill levels. Men’s, Women’s, and Mixed, with Singles and Doubles divisions. This is a great tournament for first timers as there is no USAPA association membership required.
- 2024 Incline Pickleball Open (August 17 - 18, 2024) - results & photos
- 2023 Incline Pickleball Open (July 14 - 16, 2023) - results & photos
- 2022 Incline Pickleball Open (August 12 - 14, 2022) - results & photos
- 2021 Incline Pickleball Open (August 13 - 15, 2021) - results & photos