Mon–Thurs 9:00am – 5:30pm Office: 706-554-5210

Pickleball

Learn the rules, strategy and skills of one of the fastest-growing paddle sports.

Classes

About the class

Pickleball

Join us for some Pickleball FUN!

Pickleball is easy to learn, fun to play, and a great way to stay active. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, grab a paddle and join us!

Weekly Pickleball

Mondays at 6:00 PM
Citizens Park Gym

Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
Jonathan Broxton Park Outdoor Pickleball Courts

Saturdays at 9:00 AM
Jonathan Broxton Park Outdoor Pickleball Courts

Outdoor Pickleball Courts

Come play any day on our 6 outdoor pickleball courts!

The courts are located behind the Jonathan Broxton Park Main Office at 465 Burke Veterans Parkway, Waynesboro, GA 30830.

What is Pickleball?

Pickleball is a paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, while experienced players can enjoy a quick, fast-paced, and competitive game.

Pickleball Basics

  • Combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong.
  • Can be played indoors or outdoors.
  • Played on a badminton-sized court with a slightly modified tennis net.
  • Played using a paddle and a plastic ball with holes.
  • Can be played as doubles or singles.

Pickleball in Burke County

Coach Joe Blankenbaker helped bring the idea of organized pickleball to Burke County after seeing the sport's popularity in his hometown of Portland, Indiana.

At the local community center there, seven pickleball courts were regularly in use, with players often waiting for a court to become available. Seeing how popular and accessible the sport had become inspired Coach Joe to help introduce more players in Burke County to the game.

Join us for one of our weekly sessions and discover why pickleball has become such a popular sport!

Questions?

Burke County Recreation: Jimmy Lovett

Phone: 706-554-5210

Coach Joe Blankenbaker

Phone: 912-682-1089

Email: hjblankenbaker@yahoo.com

Grab a Paddle & Come Play!

Beginners and experienced players are welcome. Come out, meet other players, get some exercise, and enjoy a game of pickleball!

Questions? Call our office at 706-554-5210.