Where to Enjoy the Hottest Trend in Recreational Sports
Pickleball is one of the most social racquet sports out there; whether you're playing with friends or strangers, you'll have plenty of opportunities to bond over friendly competition. The game itself is just plain fun! The fast-paced nature of this sport ensures that matches remain exciting throughout. Get out there & enjoy the game! Here are 7 Spectacular Suburban Pickleball Hot Spots
1. Naperville Tennis Club
NAPERVILLE–This 10-court indoor tennis, indoor pickleball, and outdoor swim facility located in Naperville serves all ages and skill levels. Adult Pickleball players enjoy competitive and social Open Play events, as well as year-round access to the courts. Also, their competition-size, 6-lane pool and gated kiddie pool are prized by families who seek either summertime fun, competitive swim, or both.
2. Rotary Park
YORKVILLE–This park is located in the Grande Reserve Subdivision. It includes a 90 foot cable ride, a climbing wall, a skate area complete with 2 skate boxes, and a concrete start ramp. There is also a walking path, a bike rack, sports fields, and two dedicated pickleball courts.
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3. Village Green Park and Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center
GLEN ELLYN–Village Green Park offers six (6) pickleball courts in addition to the playground, splash pad, baseball diamonds, basketball court, trails, and the garden plots inclusive with a demonstration garden. Stay tuned for six (6) new courts coming to Ackerman Park next year! Also, Open Pickleball is available indoors at Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center www.ackermansfc.com
4. Wheaton Sport Center
WHEATON–The Wheaton Sport Center’s Vision is to provide a place where theirmembers can gather and enhance their physical, emotional and social well-being through pickleball. Their goal is to provide a premier venue where their members can learn to love the game of pickleball, offer quality instruction to allow for skill development and a place where competition and community coexists. Join the Suzee Anderson Pickleball Academy and learn the game!
5. Mill Creek Community Park
GENEVA–Mill Creek is overflowing with summer entertainment with a unique nature center, playground, trails, sports fields, basketball, and four (4) pickleball courts. Plus enjoy the nearby Mill Creek Pool! Splash into fun with a variety of great features such as a separate zero-depth play pool with a water mushroom and spray bubblers; and an interactive water spray ground. www.genevaparks.org
6. James O’Breen Community Park
ST. CHARLES–Home to Campton United Soccer, Tri-Cities Soccer Association, Chicago Soccer Academy and Predator Rugby Club.Regional Trail Access to the Great Western Trail and Randall Road Bike Trail. Park amenities include basketball, disc golf, football, rugby, lacrosse, six (6) pickleball courts, soccer, a playground, and trails.
7. Doerhoefer Park
DOWNERS GROVE–This park offers a variety of active recreation opportunities under lights, including baseball and softball fields; football, soccer and lacrosse on a synthetic turf field; and basketball, tennis and two pickleball courts, all lighted for evening use until 11 pm. Bonuses include ADA accessible playgrounds and a .39 mile loop walking path. Be on the lookout for eight (8) new pickleball courts coming soon to McCollum Park!
