If you've been hearing the whack of pickleball paddles and felt a pang of FOMO, your chance to pivot into the game is coming up. Riverwind Park is hosting a "Beginners Pickleball Class" on Saturday, May 3, aiming to introduce newbies to this rapidly growing sport. For just thirty bucks and two hours of your life – from 4 to 6 p.m. – you can get schooled on the essentials. That's right, even if your only experience with pickleball is confusing it with a pantry item, they've got you covered.
Located at 11708 Bittersweet St., Riverwind Park will provide all necessary equipment, although participants are welcome to bring their own paddles if they prefer. During the class, according to the city of Coon Rapids, players will wrangle with the basic rules and scoring, pick up some useful terminology, and master the art of court positioning. Looking to play again? They'll even give tips on where to find open play in the area.
The class is designed for those who are inexperienced but eager; whether you've never played or have just dabbled a few times, it's set to be an inclusive experience. "You will leave this two-hour class knowing the basic rules and scoring, terminology, some fundamentals, court positioning and tips on where to find open play in the area," promises the course description, as put forth on the official city website. So, for the uninitiated, the path to becoming a pickleball contender may just start on an early May evening.
Pickleball enthusiasts and novices alike, mark your calendars. This immersive crash course clearly aims to arm you with all you need to dive into the game. And while you may not walk out a champion, you'll definitely be a step ahead of the poor souls yet to learn the difference between a dink and a volley. The fee for the class is $30 per person, and with paddles and balls provided, all you really need to bring is your game face. Sign up today and get ready to serve, slice, and hopefully not strike out on your newfound pickleball adventure.
