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Open Pickleball (Ages 5+)
Game on—now's your chance to discover why pickleball is America's fastest-growing sport! Members can enjoy access to eight outdoor pickleball courts, available according to the current schedule:
Weekdays: Dawn - 7:30 AM; 4:00 PM - dusk
Weekends: Dawn to dusk
Community Pickleball Clinics
Want to learn the game of pickleball? We hold periodic introductory clinics—free for members ($25 for non-members)—led by Div Parekh, a long-time Ashland resident and pickleball enthusiast! In these clinics, you will learn about terminology, basic rules of play, equipment, and court etiquette. Paddles are available for use.
See below for our upcoming clinics:
Intro to Pickleball Clinic: August 28
Come learn the game of pickleball where we'll cover terminology, basic rules of play, equipment, and court etiquette.
Intro to Pickleball Clinic: September 13
Come learn the game of pickleball where we'll cover terminology, basic rules of play, equipment, and court etiquette.
Intro to Pickleball Clinic: October 3
Come learn the game of pickleball where we'll cover terminology, basic rules of play, equipment, and court etiquette.
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Meet Div!
Say hello to Div Parekh, our volunteer leader for introductory pickleball clinics!
Div and his family have been active in the local community for over 25 years, with his children attending Ashland Public Schools and participating in many YMCA programs.
In the past two years, Div has become a passionate pickleball advocate. A regular on the courts, he helped launch the Metrowest Pickleball Group with the YMCA in 2024. Thanks to his leadership, over 20 local players and families now enjoy beginner clinics, family play, and competitive games.
Div’s goal is to grow a welcoming, vibrant pickleball community—indoors and out. His enthusiasm is contagious, so if you see him on the court, say hello or join a game!
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Questions?
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