Pickleball On Sanibel & Captiva
Pickleball on Sanibel & Captiva is extremely popular and there are several places to play and, learn how to play like a pro! Pickleball has been tagged as the fastest-growing sport in America! It is a combination of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. It is a paddle sport and is played on a court roughly the size of a doubles badminton court and the game can be played as a singles or doubles game. Pickleball was invented in 1965 by 3 friends who were bored of playing golf. They attempted to set up badminton but could not find a shuttle cock. They grabbed a wiffle ball, lowered the badminton net, and made some makeshift paddles from plywood that was in the shed. Pickleball was born! In the past 3-4 years pickleball has really taken off! In podcast 48 we speak with Peter Redpath, pickleball pro at the Sundial Resort about the sport that is taking Florida by storm!
Sanibel Recreation Center
Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday:
9am – 5pm
Tuesday & Thursday
9am – 6pm
The Sanibel Recreation Center is open to the public and provides a plethora of fitness activities including pickleball! They have 3 outdoor courts and 3 indoor courts. The indoor courts are open 1:15 – 2:45 and the outdoor courts from open to 15 minutes before closing. It is a first-come, first-served basis.
Sundial Beach Resort & Spa
1451 Middle Gulf Dr #4, Sanibel, FL 33957
239-472-4151
The Sundial has the biggest pickleball facility in the area. Resort guests have open access but people but visitors will be charged $15 per person, per day. You can reserve one of the many courts by calling the front desk or, going to the courts and reserving in person.
The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club
949 Sand Castle Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957
239-472-2535
The Dunes are constructing pickleball courts with the aim to have them in action in March 2022! The courts are open to members and non-members and you will have to reserve courts and pay a fee. Private instruction will also be available.
‘Tween Waters Inn Island Resort & Spa
15951 Captiva Dr, Captiva, FL 33924
239-472-5161
Resort guests have open access to the pickleball courts at ‘Tween waters. Visitors will only have access if they purchase a $ 60-day pass. The pass gives you access to all the resort amenities including the pickleball courts.
BeachBoyz Pickleball Training Center
11680 Chitwood Drive Suite 1
Fort Myers, FL 33908
The BeachBoyz Pickleball Training Center in Fort Myers offers private, professional pickleball lessons for groups of 1 – 4 and beginner to pro. They have an indoor and outdoor court with a fitness room, Peleton bike, and offer massages.
