Pickleball Retreats News

PPA Tour launches first official pickleball vacation in Punta Cana

The PPA Tour’s first official pickleball vacation will pair four nights at Club Med Punta Cana with pros, clinics and unlimited play on eight courts.

Sam Ortega•2 min read•08:49 PM

Read Full Article →

More News

Community

Gainesville’s Tom Petty Park reopens with new pickleball courts

Eight permanent pickleball courts, a new pedestrian entrance and fresh bathrooms make Tom Petty Park a stronger stop for Gainesville players right now.

Nina Kowalski2m read

Community

Fort Worth's Pickle City USA opens with all-day community celebration

Fort Worth's new Pickle City USA will mark its debut with a free 16-court, all-day festival featuring open play, clinics, music and Chris Cagle.

Jamie Taylor2m read

Updates

USITC opens patent probe into imported pickleball paddles

JOOLA’s paddle fight is now a federal probe, and the broad respondent list could shape what stays on shelves before your next trip or tournament.

Nina Kowalski2m read

Updates

Auburn closes Lake Wilmore pickleball courts for warranty repairs

Lake Wilmore’s 12 covered pickleball courts are going offline for warranty repairs, but six courts nearby stay open for Auburn weekend play.

Sam Ortega2m read

Community

Medford opens 19-court pickleball venue with regional tournament kickoff

Medford’s new 19-court complex opened with a sanctioned weekend tournament and more than 275 players, instantly putting the city on the pickleball travel map.

Jamie Taylor2m read

Updates

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge adds pickleball courts in CA$100 million makeover

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge added pickleball courts to a CA$100 million overhaul, pairing court time with lake views, spa access and 330 redesigned rooms.

Nina Kowalski2m read

Releases

The Picklr opens first New Hampshire club in Seabrook

The Picklr’s first New Hampshire club opened in Seabrook, giving the Seacoast a 25,000-square-foot indoor base with nine courts and year-round play.

Nina Kowalski2m read

Community

Verandah Antigua launches pickleball retreat with Frank Solana clinics

Verandah Antigua is pairing four lit courts with Frank Solana clinics, a $600 two-day camp, and an adults-only all-inclusive stay on Long Bay.

Sam Ortega2m read

Community

Fitz Club launches boutique pickleball tournament and resort weekend in Pattaya

Fitz Club is turning its first pickleball tournament into a June resort weekend, with just 20 singles spots and recovery amenities built into the venue.

Nina Kowalski2m read

Community

Quintin Demps Foundation hosts scholarship pickleball fundraiser in El Paso

El Paso students will benefit when Quintin Demps turns a pickleball night into scholarship money on June 27 at Serve.

Jamie Taylor2m read

News

Hutto adds free pickleball courts and disc golf course

Hutto paired two free pickleball courts with an 18-hole disc golf course at Alta Ed Schmidt, adding a mixed-sport stop just months after opening four more courts at Riverwalk Park.

Nina Kowalski2m read

News

Major League Pickleball returns to St. Louis for June event

Major League Pickleball’s June 4-7 stop at Chaifetz Arena gave St. Louis a rare home showcase and a test of its draw as a pro pickleball destination.

Jamie Taylor2m read

Updates

Galesburg’s new Rotary Park pickleball courts near opening after delays

Eight new courts at Rotary Park are almost ready, giving Galesburg a bigger pickleball hub with dawn-to-dusk play and room to ease pressure on Bateman Park.

Nina Kowalski2m read

News

St. Clairsville opens four new pickleball courts to meet demand

St. Clairsville’s four new pickleball courts drew instant traffic on opening night, with families and school-age players filling the space within hours.

Jamie Taylor2m read

News

Arlington opens six new pickleball courts at Walter Reed center

Six former tennis courts at Walter Reed are now dedicated to pickleball, a clear sign Arlington is building for demand, not just responding to a fad.

Nina Kowalski2m read

Analysis

Women’s Pickleball Shoes Face Off, Nine Top Pairs Tested for Performance

Nine women’s pickleball shoes are tested for real travel play, from all-day comfort to traction and packing durability. Skechers and JOOLA show how serious the category has become.

Nina Kowalski7m read

Analysis

Packing, Prep and On-Court Drills Every Pickleball Retreat Attendee Needs

Essential packing and drill advice for pickleball retreat attendees, from paddles and shoes to coach-ready drills and safety tips that maximize practice and prevent injury.

Jamie Taylor3m read

Analysis

Six Practical Ways to Add Pickleball to Your Next Vacation

This primer, updated Nov. 25, 2025, lays out six practical approaches for combining pickleball with travel, from coaching retreats to DIY nets. For players and trip planners, the options clarify how to match skill goals, budgets, and travel styles so pickleball becomes a central part of a getaway.

Jamie Taylor2m read

News

Fayetteville opens Courts at Glenville Lake with four pickleball courts

Fayetteville’s new Courts at Glenville Lake pairs four pickleball courts with locker rooms, a lounge and a learning area. That mix gives the city a more event-ready home for clinics and weekend meetups.

Nina Kowalski2m read

Updates

Wylder Windham joins American Express Hotel Collection, adds pickleball appeal

Wylder Windham’s full pickleball court now sits inside an American Express Hotel Collection stay, pairing Catskills recreation with cardmember perks.

Sam Ortega2m read

Analysis

Selkirk Omni 16mm changes feel with swing speed, review finds

The Omni 16mm shifts from soft to lively as your swing speeds up. That makes it a strong travel paddle for mixed formats, but only if you want one premium tool to do a lot of jobs.

Sam Ortega6m read

Analysis

How to Plan Pickleball Retreats Around Coaching, Courts, and Connection

Build retreats around two hours of coached drills daily, a 1:8 coach-to-player ratio, and 4-6 courts in station rotation; 18,455 new courts were added in 2024, so secure courts 6–12 months out.

Jamie Taylor5m read

Analysis

Essential Court Checklist for Multi-Day Pickleball Retreat Planners

A practical court checklist for planners to audit surfaces, lighting, courts and logistics so multi-day pickleball retreats run safely and smoothly.

Jamie Taylor2m read

Analysis

Retreat-ready pickleball drill plan boosts skills and match play

A compact, retreat-ready drill plan pairs coached clinics with high-repetition practice to sharpen dinks, third-shot drops, serves, and footwork. Hosts and players can use it to build skill transfer and faster improvement.

Jamie Taylor2m read

Analysis

Pickleball Retreats: How to Choose and Prepare Well

Pickleball retreats are booming as players seek concentrated coaching, social play, and short vacations combined. This guide explains retreat types, what to vet before you book, how a typical day runs, and practical packing, budgeting, and recovery steps to turn a weekend or week away into lasting improvement.

Jamie Taylor3m read

Updates

McAdoo opens bids for two new pickleball courts at Veterans Memorial Park

McAdoo moved its pickleball plan into bidding, with two courts slated for Veterans Memorial Park and bids due June 5. The step signals a funded project is now headed toward construction.

Nina Kowalski2m read

Analysis

Pickleheads updates paddle guide after testing 200-plus paddles

Pickleheads' refreshed guide turns a crowded paddle market into a retreat-ready cheat sheet, matching tested models to long rec days, round robins, wind, and tired arms.

Jamie Taylor6m read

Analysis

data-driven paddle testing crowns spin leaders in pickleball

Spin is no longer a bragging right, it is a buying filter. JustPaddles’ new Paddle Lab shows which paddles shape the ball, and which players may be paying for more than they need.

Nina Kowalski6m read

Analysis

How to pick the perfect pickleball retreat: practical checklist

A practical guide for players comparing pickleball retreats, covering coaching, logistics, packing, and pricing to help you book with confidence.

Jamie Taylor2m read