Pickleball

Sierra Recreation Center
26887 Recodo Lane
Mission Viejo
949-859-4FIT (4348), Option 3

Felipe Tennis & Recreation Center
17161 Nogal
Mission Viejo
949-859-4FIT (4348), Option 5

The Sierra Recreation Center has four lighted Pickleball courts, available during drop-in play hours or by reservation during normal operating hours.

The Felipe Tennis & Recreation Center has six lighted Pickleball courts, available during drop-in play hours or by reservation during normal operating hours.

Both facilities have high quality paddles and balls available at the front desk for FREE check-out.

2nd Annual Paddle For the Battle: American Cancer Society Charity Pickleball Tournament

TOURNAMENT POSTPONED: NEW DATE TBD

100% of ALL event registration fees will go directly to the American Cancer Society to help create a world with LESS cancer and MORE birthdays. Tax-Deductible receipts will be available on the day of the tournament for registered players, or for those who make a donation during the event. Event also features a public silent auction, which will close on Sunday after final matches are complete. For more information, please view our event flyer.

$70 team (set-partner) | discounts available for multiple events!*

Each division will feature up to 12 teams (set-partner), with consolation bracket and 20-minute timed win/loss matches (including 2-minuet warm up). Players will have 10 minutes in between matches before the next round begins. Court assignments will be announced and players will have 2 minutes to warm up, before playing an 18 minute game in Win/Loss format. Players should switch sides after 6, 12, or 18 points are scored. Each team may call a 1 minute time out during the match for water, but not within the last 5 minutes of play. When time is called, if players are tied, the ball will remain in motion. Whoever is not able to return the ball, or hits the ball out, takes the loss for the match. After each round, volunteers will collect the WIN/LOSS cards, and new court assignments will be announced and posted.  

To register, click on the corresponding links below. Match start times are estimated. Players will receive a complete player packet 1 week prior to the event when registration closes with court assignments and start times. Players should arrive 30 minutes before play begins for announcements. 

*Single players needing a partner should call the club prior to registering. NO REFUNDS will be issued for this event. Players who need to withdraw may name a replacement player instead at no charge. Additional events are $17.50 per player (call for discount - 949-859-4348 x 5722).

Round Robin Socials

The City of Mission Viejo hosts regular round-robin social tournaments, featuring men's and women's beginner and intermediate players at the Sierra Recreation Center.

Join our 14th Round-Robin Doubles Pickleball Social at the Sierra Recreation Center! All players are guaranteed four 30-minute matches against different players in a true round-robin format.  Players change partners after each round. 

Medals in each division are awarded for first and second place, and the event includes lunch. Cost is $15 per player for members, $20 for the general public. Divisions do sell out early! Register online today by clicking the corresponding link below or call 949-859-4348, option 3. If your division fills up, join the waitlist. Divisions may be combined for mixed-doubles play based on the number of registrations.

• Our March 28th event has been cancelled. Our next event will take place in June, so stay tuned for updates.

10-Week Round-Robin Leagues

The City of Mission Viejo offers 10-week Pickleball round-robin leagues throughout the year at the Felipe Tennis and Recreation Center. Each league features 16 to 24 players for round-robin play. Over the course of the 10-week league, players will play with and against each league member, tracking points throughout the season to declare an ultimate champion. Leagues are open to both men and women players. Players will be assigned to a court each week and will play between 3 (beginner) and 6 (Intermediate and advanced) round-robin matches, first to 11 points, win by 2, changing partners after each game. Every point counts as cumulative scores will determine the winner at the end of league celebration. League fees include balls, prizes for winners, and end-of-season celebration. Non-member fees also include all applicable guest fees. 

WINTER LEAGUE INFORMATION:

League registration will return in the fall.

Winter leagues will run January 12 - March 19.  Registration is currently closed, however subs are always needed when regular members can’t play. Please be mindful of the league level when registering as a substitute player. If you are a naturally competitive player, please do not register to sub in lower-level leagues.  

 

SPRING LEAGUE INFORMATION:

League registration will return in the fall.

Spring pickleball leagues open for registration at 8 am on Tuesday, March 3 for members and on Wednesday, March 4 for the general public. Each league features 16-24 players for 8 weeks of round-robin play. Individual scores are tracked over the season to declare an ultimate champion at our end-of-season celebration. 

Registration is available in-person at any of our Recreation Centers, over the phone and online. If you elect to register online, you must use the account associated with your membership to register on Tuesday, March 3, at 8 am. If you need assistance resetting your username and password, please contact the Recreation Centers at 949-859-4348 and a member of our staff can assist you.  

As a friendly reminder, please do not contact staff members on their direct office lines during priority registration. All phone registrations must go through our main front desk lines as these are set-up to hold multiple incoming calls.

Spring leagues will be scheduled over 10-weeks, but will include only 8 weeks of play as we are anticipating a 2-week facility closure for court resurfacing.
Buy weeks are currently TBD. 

As our programs continue to rise in popularity, we expect our pickleball leagues to fill quickly. If you are unable to register, please sign-up on the waitlist. Staff will use waitlists to fill any vacancies before and during the season and may offer additional leagues (or expand them) based on waitlisted players.  

Members: March 3 at 8:00 am
General Public: March 4 at 8:00 am

Subs are needed when regular members can’t play. Please be mindful of the league level when registering as a substitute player. 3.0+ players should not register to sub in beginner leagues. 

 

Demos, Clinics, and Lessons

Demos, clinics and lessons will return when the facilities re-open.

Join us on the first Saturday of the month at the Sierra Recreation Center for a FREE Pickleball demo day with Lonnie Kojima. This 2-hour FREE program runs from 4-6 p.m. and features an hour of instruction followed by an hour of open match play.  Equipment is provided at no cost. It's a great way to meet new players. Click on the links below to register online.

Looking to up your game? Check out our Pickleball Clinics. Clinics are offered year-round in 5-week sessions. The cost is $76 for recreation members, $80 for non-members. Beginner clinics are suitable for players 2.0-2.5; intermediate clinics are for 3.0-3.5 players. Click on the links below to register online. Semi-private and private lessons are also available by appointment.

Beginner Clinics
Learn game fundamentals including, serving, scoring, game play, and player development in this group clinic. 

Clinics will be added once facilities re-open.

NEW! Developing Player Clinics
Improve stroke development, learn different serves, control height/depth of shots, and transition to the net. 

Clinics will be added once facilities re-open.

Intermediate Clinics
Take control of the ball and formulate a more aggressive style of play. Improve court movement, accuracy with shots and serves, and work towards returning a 4 hit rally. 

Clinics will be added once facilities re-open.

Drop-in Play Hours

Pickleball courts are pre-reserved for open play during the following hours:

Sierra Recreation Center

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.        Tuesday & Thursday
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.                    Monday & Wednesday

Members may make reservations for up to 90 minutes during normal operating hours for set foursomes or groups outside of dedicated Pickleball times.

Felipe Tennis & Recreation Center*

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.           Monday - Sunday
3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.             Monday - Thursday
3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.             Friday
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.           Saturday

*Monday's 10:30 am - Noon, all 6 pickleball courts are taken for the intermediate league (Now through March 20). Drop-in Play is only available until 10:30 am on Monday morning.

Courts schedules are subject to change. Please contact the facility at 949-859-4348, option 5 for additional questions.  

Pickleball is an included amenity for Recreation Center members. The City of Mission Viejo accepts Silver Sneakers, Prime, Renew Active, and Silver & Fit for pickleball at both the Felipe Tennis and Recreation Center and the Sierra Recreation Center. 
Please see our membership page for more details.

Pickleball Guest Fees
$4 (13 years & under)
$5 (14 years & over)

Guest Punch Cards
12 entrances for $55 (a $60 value)

Court Etiquette:
If you are playing on courts 1, 2, 3, and 4 at Felipe, these courts are all level play. It is expected that you allow other players to rotate in when you are not participating in a lesson, clinic, or league. Courts 5 and 6, when available, are for intermediate and advanced play. Drop-in rotation rules apply to these courts as well. 

Thank you for continuing to support our growing programs and for making our club a welcoming place for all players. Groups wishing to play with a set foursome may reserve a court AFTER 10:00 AM or book a private court at the Sierra Recreation Center during normal operating hours. Please see reservations below.  

Reservations:
Members can make a Pickleball reservation 24 hours in advance for up to 90 minutes with a set foursome at Sierra outside of drop-in play times. Extended play is permitted if space is available. Reservations are available on Court 3 at Felipe after 10 a.m. Monday-Friday, and during regular hours on Saturday and Sunday. 

Pickleball Tutor Ball Machine Rental:

The Felipe Tennis and Recreation Center has a pickleball Tutor Machine available. This remote-controlled pickleball machine will support oscillation, 2-line play, elevation adjustments, and offers randomized settings to help you enjoy your time on the court.

Reservations for the machine are available after 10 a.m. during normal business hours for $10 an hour, or if you’re a member, you can get an annual unlimited use pass for only $150 for the year or $45 for a 3-month pass. You can use the pickleball machine before 10 a.m. when courts are not being used for recreation play.  

Pickleball Court Rental Fees:

Pickleball courts can be rented for matches, socials, group meet ups, special events and other programs. Rentals require two-weeks advanced notice.  All guest fees are included in hourly rental charge.

$24 per hour (per court)
$15 per hour light fee (for evening reservations)

For more information, please contact 949-859-4348, extension 5722.

General Guidelines:

Players must clean up the court after use, including removing water bottles, personal belongings, and trash from the courts.

Disruptive behavior is not allowed in the facility, including inappropriate language.

Court reservations are made for 90 minutes.  Be respectful of the players who will follow you.

Players must check-in at the front office when they arrive.  A 15-minute grace period is allowed for late check-in before the reservation is forfeited.

When other players are waiting, winners should rotate off the courts after winning 2 games.