Pickleball
Play Pickleball
No membership is necessary to enjoy our courts!
Experience the thrill of the sports on offer with casual or social play. Please note, casual use means you might share the court with other players.
Competition opportunities are also available including social competitions for all ages.
What is Pickleball?
Pickleball is a fun and engaging paddle sport combining elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Played on a smaller court with a perforated plastic ball and a solid paddle., the game can be played as singles (two players) or doubles (four players). Pickleball is considered a low to moderate impact sport, suitable for players of all ages and fitness levels. The sport emphasises strategy, precision, and agility, providing a great way to stay active, improve coordination, and enjoy friendly competition in a social setting.
Junior Pickleball
Age Group: 6-12 years
Description: The Junior Pickleball Program is designed to introduce young children to the exciting world of pickleball in a fun and supportive environment. This program focuses on developing basic skills such as rallies and serves through engaging drills and games. Our experienced coaches ensure that each session is filled with enjoyment and learning, fostering a love for the sport from an early age.
Highlights:
- Weekly 60-minute sessions
- Small group sizes for personalised attention
- Fun skill-building activities and mini-games
- Emphasis on teamwork and sportsmanship
Schedule: ENQUIRE TODAY!
Pickleball
Age Group: All ages
Description: Pickleball is the fastest growing Sport in USA and it is taking off in Australia and our venue are keeping up with the demand and putting more sessions on during the week for all abilities. We have qualified and professional coaches facilitating our sessions and coaching our Juniors and Beginners.
- Weekly 60-120 minute sessions
- Focus on skills and tactics
- Competitive play to apply learned techniques
- Individual progress tracking and feedback
- Opportunities to participate in local pickleball com
Schedule below:
MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY | |
Beginner | 9am – 10am | 9am – 10am | Court hire only | 11:30am – 12:30pm | |||
Intermediate | 10am – 12pm 8:30pm – 10pm | 10am – 12pm | 10am – 12pm 6:00pm – 8:00pm | 10am – 12pm | Court hire only | 7:30am – 9:30am 9:30am – 11:30am | |
Advanced | 10am – 12pm 8:30pm – 10pm | 10am – 12pm | 10am – 12pm 6:00pm – 8:00pm | 10am – 12pm | Court hire only | 7:30am – 9:30am | |
Expert | Court hire only | 7:30am – 9:30am | |||||
Junior |
Heffron Centre Levels
BEGINNER (DUPR 0 – 1.9) | INTERMEDIATE (DUPR 2.0 – 2.9) | ADVANCED (DUPR 3.0 – 3.4) | EXPERT (DUPR 3.5+) |
New to the game with minimal understanding of rules Learning to serve and return Struggles to sustain rallies or hit consistent shots Developing basic strokes (forehand, backhand, volley) Learning positioning and movement SUMMARY New players still building fundamentals and consistency. | Can sustain short to medium rallies Understands rules, scoring, and court positioning Can execute all basic strokes but lacks consistency/control Beginning to use dinks, lobs, and volleys Developing serve reliability and return accuracy Learning strategy and doubles play SUMMARY Learning control, court positioning and tactics | Consistent shot placement and improved control Can handle faster-paced rallies and apply spin Uses dinks, drop shots, and 3rd shot strategies effectively Strong net play and court positioning Adapts to opponents and uses strategy deliberately Good footwork, positioning, anticipation, and shot selection SUMMARY Skilled, competitive players with strong control, strategy, and consistency. | Mastery of all shot types with precision, spin, and control Highly strategic—can adjust play style instantly Rarely makes unforced errors Controls pace, positioning, and match flow Communicates and moves well with partner SUMMARY Top-tier players with refined technique, advanced tactics, and high-level match performance. |
Competitions
Competitions run on Fridays once a month.
Heffron Centre competitions are currently not DUPR rated Competitions.
Competition levels include Intermediate (approx. DUPR 2.0 – 2.9) and Advanced (approx. DUPR 3.0 – 3.4)
Upcoming Competitions
June 26th
July 24th
August 21st
September 25th
October 30th
November 27th
December 18th