Pickleball Open Play at Sinking Spring YMCA

At the Y, we believe pickleball is more than just a game, it’s a community. Our open play sessions are friendly, inclusive, and designed to help players of every skill level enjoy the sport in a supportive environment. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, open play offers something for everyone.

Open play is free for members, while nonmembers can participate by purchasing a day pass at the Welcome Center. Members and guests can view and reserve open play sessions through Court Reserve. YMCA members may book up to five days in advance, and nonmembers can reserve one hour before the session begins.

To join Court Reserve, visit this page and click “Create Account” at the top right corner. Start with a YMCA Guest account, then contact the Sinking Spring YMCA Welcome Center to have it upgraded to Member status. All open play participants must check in with the Welcome Center staff before heading to the courts.

Interested in learning more about pickleball open play at the YMCA? Call the Sinking Spring YMCA Welcome Center at (610) 678-0484, or register for the “Interested in More Info” session below. A staff member will follow up to help you get started.

Learn-to-Play Pickleball Events

Ready to learn the fastest-growing sport in America? Our Learn-to-Play Pickleball events are perfect for beginners. No experience or equipment is required, just wear athletic shoes, bring your enthusiasm, and we’ll provide everything else.

These beginner-friendly sessions are offered periodically at YMCA branches throughout Berks County. If there aren’t any sessions currently scheduled, you can register for the “Interested in More Info” session below to let us know you’d like to participate. Once enough players sign up, we’ll schedule a new Learn-to-Play event and contact you first. There’s no cost or obligation to express interest, just a chance to get on the list!

Cost: YMCA Members $10 | Nonmembers $15

The YMCA will offer instructional clinics with a Professional Pickleball Instructor during the 2025/2026 indoor season. The specific clinic packages for this season are currently being finalized. “Register” for the “Interested in More Info” session below and we will contact you directly when details are finalized!

Need 1-on-1 instruction from an experienced Pickleball Professional to take your game to the next level? We’ve got you covered at the Sinking Spring YMCA!

Lessons are $80 for members and $120 for the community. Once registered, a Pickleball Professional will contact you within the next 48 hours to schedule your lesson!

Three & Me 

Cost:

Members: $75 ($25 / player)

Community: $105 ($35 / player)

This is an opportunity to play with and against a high-level Pickleball Professional while also receiving instruction.

The session allows for 3 players, and the Pickleball Professional will play in the foursome with the other three players.

As points unfold, moments of instruction will be reviewed using real, game time situations. Decision-making, shot selection, and setting up points are the focus of these sessions.

Once registered, a Pickleball Professional will contact you within 48 hours to schedule your lesson!

• All participants must register as individuals for either the 3.0 – 3.4 skill level or the 3.5 – 4.0 skill level. This is NOT a team league.
• Each skill level will have a maximum of 16 participants
• Players will be assigned to a foursome each week and rotate partners after each game, so they play with and against every player in their group.
• Matches are played until a 15-minute time limit is reached.
• After each week, players move up or down the ladder based on total point earned from the week before.
• Players earn points for winning matches and their total points determine their ranking.

Details for this season’s leagues have not yet been finalized. To express interest in joining a league this season, use the registration link below and a staff member will contact you directly when details are finalized.