Pickleball is a sport that uses elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis. Players use wooden paddles and a plastic ball with holes. The net is slightly modified and the court is smaller.
Members, ages 16 and older, may join in on pickup Pickleball.
Please check branch gym and court schedules on the website or in the YMCA Fitness app to confirm days and times. Members are welcome to play at any branch.
Outdoor Pickleball Courts
The YMCA has outdoor pickleball courts at the Taylor Family YMCA and the East Triangle YMCA.
Wristband Policy at Taylor Family YMCA
All members and guests are required to check in at the front desk in the main building or at the pool desk to receive a colored wristband to use our outdoor pickleball courts. Guests may purchase a day pass to receive a wristband and to use our courts. Staff will be enforcing the wristband policy.
Indoor Pickleball Courts
Many of our other YMCA locations use basketball courts or racquetball courts for indoor pickleball play. YMCA members can find times on our Gym schedules on the website or in the YMCA Fitness app. Players may be asked to put up and take down nets and other equipment.
Pickleball Clinics & Tournaments
Pickleball clinics are offered periodically at the YMCA. Classes may be open to YMCA members and/or program participants. Clinics will differ at each location. See below for times and dates.
East Triangle YMCA
Join us at the YMCA on Fridays for a fun, beginner-friendly Pickleball Clinic. In just one hour, you’ll learn the basics, get some rallies in and see why everyone is obsessed with this fast-growing sport.
No paddle? No problem. We’ll have extra equipment available to borrow (while supplies last). Just show up, move a little and have fun. These sessions are perfect for beginners or anyone curious to try something new!
February 6, 11 a.m. - noon
February 20, 4 - 5 p.m.
March 7, 11 a.m. - noon
For questions, please contact Kayla White.
Taylor Family YMCA
Pickleball clinics are offered through Tennisbloc. Registration is now open for adult, beginner through advanced.
2026 Spring Pickleball Schedule
March 15 - May 10 (skipping April 5)
Cost: $109 (cost covers entire season)
Adult Beginner
Sunday, 3 - 4 p.m.
Wednesday, 9 - 10 a.m.
Adult Intermediate
Sunday, 4 - 5 p.m.
Wednesday, 10 - 11 a.m.
Adult Advanced
Sunday, 5 - 6 p.m.
Wednesday, 11 a.m. - noon
Register
2025-26 Winter Outdoor Pickleball Clinics
Dec. 3, 2025 - Feb. 8, 2026
(Skipping Dec. 24, 28, 31 and Jan. 4)
Cost: 1 practice/week - $109; 2 practices/week - $208 (price covers entire season; multi-participant discounts available)
Adult Advanced: Sundays 5 - 6 p.m., Wednesdays 10 - 11 a.m.
Adult Intermediate: Sundays 4 - 5 p.m., Wednesdays 10 - 11 a.m.
Adult Beginner: Sundays 3 - 4 p.m., Wednesdays 11 a.m. - noon
Register
Value League Schedule
March 15 - April 26 (skipping April 5)
Cost: $84 (covers entire season)
Adults Intermediate/Advanced
Sunday, Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Sunday, 1:30 - 3 p.m.
Wednesday, 5:15 - 6:45 p.m.
Register
Directors
A.E. Finley YMCA, Paula Ruff
Chatham Park YMCA, Amanda Isham
Downtown Durham
East Triangle YMCA, Kayla White
Kerr Family YMCA, Leah Thompson
Kraft Family YMCA, Kristin Hutchins
Northwest Cary YMCA, Simeon Ruff
Poole Family YMCA, Beth Porter
Alexander Family YMCA and Southeast Raleigh, Eric Rhinehalt
Taylor Family YMCA, Donovan Perry