COOKOUT ON JANUARY 10th
COOKOUT CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF VOLUNTEER CHEF.
The next cookout is on February 14th. Tim Newman and Kris Richard are our guest chefs. Main dish TACOS!!!
NYE PARTY
The NYE Committee is looking for several volunteers to help at the NYE Event. If you are willing to give up some time at the party to help please contact Marie Knowlton text 603-313-1076.
Tickets are still available and will be sold at the Lodge Pickleball Table Monday Dec15, 10-12am
BOARD MEETING
The next Board mtg will be Wednesday, Jan 21st at 100 in the Wellness Center Education room.
2026 MEMBERSHIP
The board has set the dues to be $5 effective for the 2026 membership year. The 2026 membership renewal period will start on Friday, November 1st. A separate email will be sent with the 2026 renewal form later this month. Here are a few changes/reminders:
- Dues will be $5
- Forms will be available at the court box and during in person collections starting November 1st
- You can drop off the form with payment at the club mailbox
- In person collections will be at the Lodge starting from November 3 through December 15.
- Everyone who renews at the lodge will receive a TPPCI sticker as long as supplies last.
- We cannot accept checks written on Canadian bank accounts
CPR/AED CLASS
For the Pickleball members that were interested in a CPR/AED class last year, there is a class being held on January 23,2026 from 9-12 at the PAC. This is being supported by Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Please call Ron Smith at 305-219-5753. It was also posted on Facebook. Looks like a lot of hands-on practice.
TRAINING AND CLASSES
Winter Season Lessons
Every year, thanks to volunteers the club offers free lessons for a variety of skill levels. Various classes for all levels of players will again be available this winter season.. A brief description of each class is listed below. Specific days and times are being finalized by the Scheduling committee and will be listed on the calendar.
Ball Machine - recommended for everyone wishing to use the ball machines. Learn the correct way to get the different machines on and off the courts. You will learn how to set-up and program the machines and operate them in a safe manner. You should download the ERNE Pickleball app prior to attending training if you wish to use the ERNE ball machine.
Training is on the 1st Thursday of the month from 5-7. Individual training can be arranged by texting Bill Lightfoot
Beginner Lessons - recommended for anyone interested in learning how to play the great sport of Pickleball. You will learn the rules and basics of the game including how to keep score, serve, return of serve, dink, volley, court positioning and safety on the courts. Learn what it means when a player is talking about the "Kitchen". This program will help you get started to enjoy the game of Pickleball.
Instructors Jo-Anne and Roy Bentley / Tom Asbel and TBD
Training is on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from 7-9.
Skills & Drills - recommended for C & B players. You have the basic skills, understanding the rules and how to play the game. Now, improve your game by practicing touch, placement, court positioning and game strategy.
Instructors Robin Schneider one week and Nancy Amaro the other.
Training starts 12/28 and runs Sun from 1-3
Advancing & Playing with Confidence - recommended for C & B players. Discuss your goals with the instructor (Bob Dalley) on which skills you would like to work on and improve upon. Minimum of 4 players must be signed up
Training runs the 1st and 3rd Mon from 3-5
Slow Game Pickleball - All levels can improve your skills, your focus, your technique. At 3:00 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays on courts 3 and 4. Bob and Christine have started “Pickleball the Soft Game”. Open play with no hard shots, no slam shots, just Skill and finesse and strategy. Come and play/ laugh / improve / smile. Sign up sheets will be open on Sunday
Training is every Tuesday and Thursday at 3-5.
Get Past 4 - recommended for all levels of players. Did you know that in typical recreational pickleball, only one out of four rallies make it past the first four shots? Mastering the mechanics of those shots is important but knowing what shot to hit and why is just as important. The Get Past 4 Clinic on Wednesdays at 1PM is designed around the FOSS Approach. It is a top-down approach that focuses on the FRAMEWORK of the game, the OBJECTIVES for the serve and return side players, the STRATEGIES that you will employ, and the SHOTS that will allow you to extend those rallies and play your best pickleball. Players at all levels can benefit from a deeper understanding of the game. Please reach out to Ken Krueger if you have any questions about the clinic.
The training sessions planned for November will not be held, the first class will be held on December 3, 2025.
Training starts 12/3 and runs Wed from 1-3
Advanced Strategies Training - recommended for B & A level players - Lessons will include strategies for advanced play.
Instructor Brion Fahey
Training runs on Thur from 3-5.
Advanced Training - recommended for A level players Course content will cover the various skills and strategies necessary to improve your game.
Instructor Mike Rocheleau
Training runs on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 1-3.
SOCIAL EVENTS
WEDNESDAY ROUND ROBIN ABCD
Every Wednesday from 5-7.
Please arrive no later than 4:45 so that we can put the teams together. Sign up on the Den, and remember that if you have to cancel, please do it the day before so others can join. You can not withdraw less than 2 hours before the event, and you do not want to be a no show. If you have any questions about this event, please feel free to contact Diane beaudoin
Sign up early so you get a spot, see you there!!
ADVANCED PLAYERS MIXED PARTNERS SOCIAL
Begins November 21 at 5-7 pm.
Must sign up with a mixed partner ( 24 participants with wait list)
Open to A players and B+ players.
Play will begin with your partner but some evenings, partners will be rotated.
Social will follow play. Please bring your own drinks and snacks to share.
HOUSEKEEPING
OBITUARIES FOR CLUB MEMBERS
Club members may submit obituaries for club members / family members that have passed. Please submit them to kevin, or the club email.
NPU UPDATES
NPU is now scheduled Monday thru Saturday from 9-11 and 11-1. Six courts per level, every two weeks one level will play from 11-1. PLEASE SIGN UP ON THE DEN TO BE ABLE TO PLAY
SAVE THE DATES (more details coming)
- 12/13: Cookout - Pam and Tom Asbel guest chefs
- 12/25: Xmas Fun Tournament - see flyer
- 1/10: Cookout, CANCELLED
- 1/21: Board mtg at 100 in the Wellness Center