Pickleball is a sport that combines elements from badminton, tennis and wiffleball. The sport is played on a court with the same dimensions as a doubles badminton court. The net is similar to a tennis net but is mounted two inches lower. The game is played with a hard paddle and a polymer smaller version of a wiffleball. Drop-in with your paddle during select times and enjoy the game! We also offer outdoor courts at a few of our parks where patrons are encouraged to drop in and play.
Registration

Pickleball Court Rules
Help the Park District provide an enjoyable pickleball season by following the court rules posted at all facilities. Players must wear shirts on the courts and soft, rubber-soled shoes; black-soled shoes are not allowed. Only authorized pickleball instructors are allowed to conduct lessons on Park District courts. The courts should only be used for pickleball activities. The Park District is not responsible for items left behind. A patron with an authorized permit from the Park District has priority over walk-on players.
Indoor Pickleball Court Rentals
To guarantee the availability at Techny Prairie Activity Center, Northbrook Park District recommends renting a court. The fee is $35 per hour per court for residents and $45 per hour per court for non-residents. There is a $10 discount for TPAC members. Rental times are limited. Call 847-897-6180 or book online.
Outdoor Pickleball Court Rentals
Park District outdoor courts operate on a first-come, first-served basis. However, anyone who wants to reserve a specific court can arrange a rental at $17 per hour for residents or $22 per hour for non-residents by calling 847-291-2993. Stonegate Park rentals may be reserved online opens in new tab. League play and lessons are allowed only by permit.
Drop-In Pickleball at Techny Prairie Activity Center
Drop-in with your paddle during select open gym times and enjoy a game! View our drop-in open gym schedule for Open Pickleball at Techny Prairie Activity Center and the next opportunity to play.
Pickleball Lottery
Open to Residents Only
Registration for pickleball league registration will open on April 29, 2026 at 6pm for residents. There will not be a pickleball lottery for summer leagues. Jump to classes and leagues to begin your registration.
Pickleball Locations
Adult Pickleball Rating System
Players at this level understand the rules, know how to keep score, can hit forehands, backhands, and volleys, and can serve accurately. They also know where to stand when serving and returning.
Players at this level know the basic rules and the two-bounce rule, can hit forehands and backhands with direction, serve accurately, sustain a dink rally, volley with some direction, understand the fundamentals, and keep score accurately.
Players at this level can hit medium-paced forehands and backhands, serve with depth and accuracy, control a dink rally, hit medium-paced third-shot drops, and volley with direction. They understand the fundamentals of the game, positioning, and may have tournament experience.
Players at this level can use forehands and backhands with moderate control, consistently get serves and returns in, serve deep, and return deep. They can sustain medium-length dink rallies, control the height and depth of dink shots, and understand the variation of pace for dink shots.
Players at this level possess all the skills mentioned above and are accurate with overhead shots, can sustain dink rallies with control, height, and pace, consistently execute third-shot drops from the baseline, and can switch between soft and power shots. They can also block and return fast, hard volleys and are aware of their partner’s position on the court.
Pickleball Tournaments
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Pickleball Classes & Leagues
Pickleball Skills Clinic - Adv. Beginner/Low Intermediate
Designed for those who have already completed a beginner session, this clinic reinforces basic strategy to familiarize players with the rules, scoring and court positioning. The program is recommended for players who have only played a few times who feel like they are beginning to understand the game but would like to make sure they are playing correctly. Instructors will lead drills and game play to improve fundamental skills and doubles play.
Pickleball Skills Clinic - Intermediate
This class is suited for players who currently play at a 3.0-3.5 skill level and are looking to hit every ball with a purpose. This class focuses on technique and creating consistency and accuracy on multiple intermediate shot selections including dinking, third shot drives and drops, block volleys, overheads, lobs and court positioning. This class will also focus on understanding strategies behind these different shot selections.
Cardio Pickleball
Cardio Pickleball is a fun, fast-paced workout that combines a variety of drills to provide an engaging workout that improves endurance, agility, and overall health. Each session includes a mix of warms-ups, movement-based conditioning, and intense skill focused drills.
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Pickleball Skills Clinic - Beginner
Scoring, rules, and foundational techniques help new players prepare for recreational game play. Foundational skills include the ready position and, how to hold a paddle along with technique on serves, returns and volleys. Instruction includes safety information on equipment, court etiquette and attire. Demo paddles and pickleballs are provided. Bring your own water bottle and towel.
Pickleball Skills Clinic Advanced Beginner/Low Intermediate
This class is designed for those who have already completed a beginner session and reinforces basic strategy to familiarize themselves with the rules, scoring and court positioning. It is recommended for players who have only played a few times and feel like they are beginning to understand the game but would like to make sure they are playing correctly. Instructors will assist players with drills and game play to improve their foundational skills and doubles play through basic court positioning.
No Class 9/7, 9/21
Drop-in Pickleball Indoors
Join Us for a lively game of Pickelball. No experience required.
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Pickleball Co-Ed Social League- Adv. Beginner/Intermediate
Enjoy a fun and social league that allows you to play with a variety of players. Register individually. Participants will play five games each week.
Our leagues are categorized by skill level. We kindly request that you carefully review the description of each level and register for the one that best matches your abilities.
Advanced Beginner (2.0): Players at this level understand the rules, know how to keep score, can hit forehands, backhands, and volleys, and can serve accurately. They also know where to stand when serving and returning.
Low Intermediate (2.5): Players at this level know the basic rules and the two-bounce rule, can hit forehands and backhands with direction, serve accurately, sustain a dink rally, volley with some direction, understand the fundamentals, and keep score accurately.
Intermediate (3.0): Players at this level can hit medium-paced forehands and backhands, serve with depth and accuracy, control a dink rally, hit medium-paced third-shot drops, and volley with direction. They understand the fundamentals of the game, positioning, and may have tournament experience.
High Intermediate (3.5): Players at this level can use forehands and backhands with moderate control, consistently get serves and returns in, serve deep, and return deep. They can sustain medium-length dink rallies, control the height and depth of dink shots, and understand the variation of pace for dink shots.
Advanced (4.0): Players at this level possess all the skills mentioned above and are accurate with overhead shots, can sustain dink rallies with control, height, and pace, consistently execute third-shot drops from the baseline, and can switch between soft and power shots. They can also block and return fast, hard volleys and are aware of their partner’s position on the court.
This league is not part of the lottery.
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Pickleball Skills Clinic- Advanced Beginner/Low Intermediate
This class is designed for those who have already completed a beginner session and reinforces basic strategy to familiarize themselves with the rules, scoring and court positioning. It is recommended for players who have only played a few times and feel like they are beginning to understand the game but would like to make sure they are playing correctly. Instructors will assist players with drills and game play to improve their foundational skills and doubles play through basic court positioning.
Pickleball Skills Clinic Adv Beginner/Low Intermediate - 60+
This class is designed for those who have already completed a beginner session and reinforces basic strategy to familiarize themselves with the rules, scoring and court positioning. It is recommended for players who have only played a few times and feel like they are beginning to understand the game but would like to make sure they are playing correctly. Instructors will assist players with drills and game play to improve their foundational skills and doubles play through basic court positioning.
Pickleball Skills Clinic Intermediate - 60+
This class is suited for players who are currently in the 3.0-3.5 skill levels and are looking to hit every ball with a purpose. This class focuses on technique and creating consistency and accuracy on multiple intermediate shot selections: dinking, third shot drives and drops, block volleys, overheads, lobs and court positioning. This class will also focus on understanding strategies behind these different shot selections.
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Friday Night Pickleball Social Club
Join us for exciting and engaging evenings at the Friday Night Pickleball Club! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, this program offers something for everyone.
Half of the gym will be dedicated to open play pickleball, where you can enjoy friendly matches, meet new people, and have fun. Courts will be available for casual games, allowing you to play at your own pace and skill level.
The other half of the gym will feature a pickleball pro who is available to answer your questions, help you work on techniques, and go over rules. This is a fantastic opportunity to improve your game, learn new strategies, and get personalized tips from an expert.
Light refreshments will be provided throughout the evening, ensuring you stay energized and hydrated while you play and learn.
Sign up for the season and enjoy the flexibility of attending at your leisure each Friday. Whether you come every week or just occasionally, the Friday Night Pickleball Club is designed to fit your schedule and provide a welcoming environment for all participants. No Class 9/11, 11/20, 11/27.
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Pickleball Skills Clinic - Advanced
Advanced players learn strategy and tactics, split steps, serve and returns, dinks and 3rd shot drop, how to slice and put top spin on the ball. 60 minutes of instruction and 30 minutes supervised free play.
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Pickleball Skills Clinic - Youth
Players learn basic strategy, equipment, drills to improve ball strokes, rules of play, player positions and scoring. Advanced players learn strategy and tactics, split steps, serve and returns, dinks and 3rd shot drop.
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Northbrook Pickleball Co-Ed League - 60+ Intermediate
Enjoy a fun, social and competitive league that allows you to play with a variety of players each week as you look to make your way to the top court. Register individually. Participants will play five games each week.
Our leagues are categorized by skill level. We kindly request that you carefully review the description of each level and register for the one that best matches your abilities.
Advanced Beginner (2.0): Players at this level understand the rules, know how to keep score, can hit forehands, backhands, and volleys, and can serve accurately. They also know where to stand when serving and returning.
Low Intermediate (2.5): Players at this level know the basic rules and the two-bounce rule, can hit forehands and backhands with direction, serve accurately, sustain a dink rally, volley with some direction, understand the fundamentals, and keep score accurately.
Intermediate (3.0): Players at this level can hit medium-paced forehands and backhands, serve with depth and accuracy, control a dink rally, hit medium-paced third-shot drops, and volley with direction. They understand the fundamentals of the game, positioning, and may have tournament experience.
High Intermediate (3.5): Players at this level can use forehands and backhands with moderate control, consistently get serves and returns in, serve deep, and return deep. They can sustain medium-length dink rallies, control the height and depth of dink shots, and understand the variation of pace for dink shots.
Advanced (4.0): Players at this level possess all the skills mentioned above and are accurate with overhead shots, can sustain dink rallies with control, height, and pace, consistently execute third-shot drops from the baseline, and can switch between soft and power shots. They can also block and return fast, hard volleys and are aware of their partner’s position on the court.
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Northbrook Pickleball Co-Ed League - Intermediate
Enjoy a fun, social and competitive league that allows you to play with a variety of players each week as you look to make your way to the top court. Register individually. Participants will play five games each week.
Our leagues are categorized by skill level. We kindly request that you carefully review the description of each level and register for the one that best matches your abilities.
Advanced Beginner (2.0): Players at this level understand the rules, know how to keep score, can hit forehands, backhands, and volleys, and can serve accurately. They also know where to stand when serving and returning.
Low Intermediate (2.5): Players at this level know the basic rules and the two-bounce rule, can hit forehands and backhands with direction, serve accurately, sustain a dink rally, volley with some direction, understand the fundamentals, and keep score accurately.
Intermediate (3.0): Players at this level can hit medium-paced forehands and backhands, serve with depth and accuracy, control a dink rally, hit medium-paced third-shot drops, and volley with direction. They understand the fundamentals of the game, positioning, and may have tournament experience.
High Intermediate (3.5): Players at this level can use forehands and backhands with moderate control, consistently get serves and returns in, serve deep, and return deep. They can sustain medium-length dink rallies, control the height and depth of dink shots, and understand the variation of pace for dink shots.
Advanced (4.0): Players at this level possess all the skills mentioned above and are accurate with overhead shots, can sustain dink rallies with control, height, and pace, consistently execute third-shot drops from the baseline, and can switch between soft and power shots. They can also block and return fast, hard volleys and are aware of their partner’s position on the court.
Northbrook Pickleball Co-Ed League - Intermediate/Advanced
Enjoy a fun, social and competitive league that allows you to play with a variety of players each week as you look to make your way to the top court. Register individually. Participants will play five games each week.
Our leagues are categorized by skill level. We kindly request that you carefully review the description of each level and register for the one that best matches your abilities.
Advanced Beginner (2.0): Players at this level understand the rules, know how to keep score, can hit forehands, backhands, and volleys, and can serve accurately. They also know where to stand when serving and returning.
Low Intermediate (2.5): Players at this level know the basic rules and the two-bounce rule, can hit forehands and backhands with direction, serve accurately, sustain a dink rally, volley with some direction, understand the fundamentals, and keep score accurately.
Intermediate (3.0): Players at this level can hit medium-paced forehands and backhands, serve with depth and accuracy, control a dink rally, hit medium-paced third-shot drops, and volley with direction. They understand the fundamentals of the game, positioning, and may have tournament experience.
High Intermediate (3.5): Players at this level can use forehands and backhands with moderate control, consistently get serves and returns in, serve deep, and return deep. They can sustain medium-length dink rallies, control the height and depth of dink shots, and understand the variation of pace for dink shots.
Advanced (4.0): Players at this level possess all the skills mentioned above and are accurate with overhead shots, can sustain dink rallies with control, height, and pace, consistently execute third-shot drops from the baseline, and can switch between soft and power shots. They can also block and return fast, hard volleys and are aware of their partner’s position on the court.
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Northbrook Pickleball Co-Ed League - High Intermediate
Enjoy a fun, social and competitive league that allows you to play with a variety of players each week as you look to make your way to the top court. Register individually. Participants will play five games each week.
Our leagues are categorized by skill level. We kindly request that you carefully review the description of each level and register for the one that best matches your abilities.
Advanced Beginner (2.0): Players at this level understand the rules, know how to keep score, can hit forehands, backhands, and volleys, and can serve accurately. They also know where to stand when serving and returning.
Low Intermediate (2.5): Players at this level know the basic rules and the two-bounce rule, can hit forehands and backhands with direction, serve accurately, sustain a dink rally, volley with some direction, understand the fundamentals, and keep score accurately.
Intermediate (3.0): Players at this level can hit medium-paced forehands and backhands, serve with depth and accuracy, control a dink rally, hit medium-paced third-shot drops, and volley with direction. They understand the fundamentals of the game, positioning, and may have tournament experience.
High Intermediate (3.5): Players at this level can use forehands and backhands with moderate control, consistently get serves and returns in, serve deep, and return deep. They can sustain medium-length dink rallies, control the height and depth of dink shots, and understand the variation of pace for dink shots.
Advanced (4.0): Players at this level possess all the skills mentioned above and are accurate with overhead shots, can sustain dink rallies with control, height, and pace, consistently execute third-shot drops from the baseline, and can switch between soft and power shots. They can also block and return fast, hard volleys and are aware of their partner’s position on the court.
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New Pickleball Skills Clinic - Youth
New! Players learn basic strategy, equipment, drills to improve ball strokes, rules of play, player positions and scoring. Advanced players learn strategy and tactics, split steps, serve and returns, dinks and 3rd shot drop. No class 9/21, 11/2 and 11/9.
Pickleball Co-Ed League - Advanced Beginner/Low Intermediate
Enjoy a fun, social and competitive league that allows you to play with a variety of players each week as you look to make your way to the top court. Register individually. Participants will play five games each week.
Our leagues are categorized by skill level. We kindly request that you carefully review the description of each level and register for the one that best matches your abilities.
Advanced Beginner (2.0): Players at this level understand the rules, know how to keep score, can hit forehands, backhands, and volleys, and can serve accurately. They also know where to stand when serving and returning.
Low Intermediate (2.5): Players at this level know the basic rules and the two-bounce rule, can hit forehands and backhands with direction, serve accurately, sustain a dink rally, volley with some direction, understand the fundamentals, and keep score accurately.
Intermediate (3.0): Players at this level can hit medium-paced forehands and backhands, serve with depth and accuracy, control a dink rally, hit medium-paced third-shot drops, and volley with direction. They understand the fundamentals of the game, positioning, and may have tournament experience.
High Intermediate (3.5): Players at this level can use forehands and backhands with moderate control, consistently get serves and returns in, serve deep, and return deep. They can sustain medium-length dink rallies, control the height and depth of dink shots, and understand the variation of pace for dink shots.
Advanced (4.0): Players at this level possess all the skills mentioned above and are accurate with overhead shots, can sustain dink rallies with control, height, and pace, consistently execute third-shot drops from the baseline, and can switch between soft and power shots. They can also block and return fast, hard volleys and are aware of their partner’s position on the court.No class 9/21
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New Years Pickleball Boot Camp - Adv Beg/Int.
This camp features themes offering drills and specialized match play with pros. Players will be divided by level and placed four to a court with 90 minutes drilling/30 minutes supervised match play. Themes include: Attacking the Return of Serve, Hitting Better 3rd Shot Drops, Varying the Pace of the Ball and Getting to the net Faster.
For players level Advanced Beginner/Low Intermediate
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