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Experience Pickleball at the RA
The RA Pickleball Centre is so much more than a top-notch, one-of-a-kind facility in Ottawa – It’s a community. It’s a place where individuals united by their passion for pickleball come to play and create social connections.
RA Pickleball is a welcoming community where players of all ages can play the game to the best of their ability all year round.
RA Pickleball is a welcoming community where players of all ages can play the game to the best of their ability all year round.
EXPERIENCE PICKLEBALL
Individuals interested in participating may do so by:
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OUR FACILITY
Upcoming Special events & Tournaments
The following are operated independently of the RA. If you are interested in learning more, please click on the links to visit the event/tournament website. There are currently no events scheduled in the RA Pickleball Centre. |
IMPORTANT NOTICE: There will be no pickleball programming over the Easter weekend (Friday March 29-Monday April 1).
Court rentals will be available during building hours.
For building hours click here.
Court rentals will be available during building hours.
For building hours click here.
Pickleball for all seasons!
Fall/Winter 2023/24 – current (until June 30, 2024)
The following options are open to everyone - No membership required
Pickleball League - Winter 2024
The Pickleball League is open to everyone. An All Level Play Membership is not a pre-requisite to be able to register. 2024 WINTER LEAGUE The RA offers a wide range of league play for a variety of skill levels. Each of the three (3) division within the league is intended to promote healthy competition in a fun and social atmosphere. A mixture of formats will be used to make each week interesting, including:
3 Divisions of Play Registrants will be assigned to a division and playing time (grouped by similar skill level).
WINTER Session: January 12 - April 1, 2024 Fee: $120 (plus tax) Group RA Rating Session
Find out your RA Pickleball Rating! RA Pickleball coaches will be on-site to do assessments. Stay tuned for future sessions. All Level Play & Novice Drop-in Sessions
September 5, 2023 - June 28, 2024 Looking for a fun way to meet other players as well as enjoy all levels of play but might not have a partner to play with? The RA Pickleball Centre is excited to be able to offer casual drop-in play for a daily fee. We are not able to supply pickleballs so please ensure you bring them when you drop in. Must be 18+. Daily Drop-in Fee: $7 (including HST) ALL LEVEL PLAY (ALP) DROP-IN SESSIONS Must 18+
NOVICE PLAY DROP-IN SESSIONS Must be 18+ (Some experience necessary) Please Note: Individuals must know Pickleball fundamentals, rules of the game as well as have game play experience to be eligible to book this session. If you have never played before please check out our Intro to Pickleball Clinics
HOW TO BOOK -
Pay-As-You-Play Court Rentals
One-hour court rentals are available for all Non-RA and RA Members. Juniors (12 to 17 years) are welcome (and may book a court) but must be accompanied by an adult 18+. FEE (includes HST) : $30 per court Maximum 5 players per court (includes 1 spare) CHECK-IN IS REQUIRED – Individuals who have booked a court are required to check-in at the East Member Services Desk BEFORE the start of their court booking. Please ensure every individual in your party checks in. Individuals who do not check in repeatedly will receive a penalty charge. BOOKING RULES
Pickleball Clinics - SPRING 2024
Intro to Pickleball Clinics These 4-week clinics are a great place to start as you enter the world of Pickleball. 1 hour of coaching/week for four weeks in which you will learn basic shots, rules of the game and get information on equipment. We supply paddles and balls for these clinics. You provide energy and enthusiasm. Come dressed to move - comfortable workout clothing, non-marking runners and a water bottle. Spring 2024 Sessions
Skills & Drills This clinic is ideal for individuals looking to up their game! Level 2 Pickleball Clinics These 4-week clinics will keep building and expanding on the drills and skills foundation from the Intro Course. Drills will cover the third shot drop shot, volleying, lobbing and overhead shot making. Strategy and teamwork will be stressed and developed. It is not necessary to have taken the Intro Session. Spring 2024 Sessions
High Performance Training
For competitive players with rating of 3.8 and higher New to the RA – The Pickleball High Performance Training program has been developed by NCCP Certified Coach Cody Barbeau and follows the training principles of The National Competitive Training League (NCTL) which was founded by Cody in 2019. The NCTL has been very successful over the years and the RA is very excited to have Cody join our team and help take the league to the next level with a permanent home on our courts. The Pickleball HP program is designed for individuals with rating of 3.8 and higher wishing to compete in tournaments or for someone looking to increase their skill development for the purpose of competing. The program promotes a positive, collaborative and competitive environment to allow tournament players to compete at their highest ability. Weekly sessions will be shaped around the main pillars: Physical, Technical, Tactical, Theoretical, Psychological and grass roots skill development. These sessions will be a mixture of game play, skill development,drills and tournament style play. Participants will also receive individual profiles to keep track of their development throughout the program. Benefits of joining:
FALL 2023 PROGRAM High Performance Training Program - 3.8+ skill
How to join The Pickleball HP program is by invitation only. The expression of interest period has now closed. We are currently working through the submissions and we will contact applicants as league spots are available for them. Private, Semi-Private & Group Lessons
Want to learn more about the rules and techniques of Pickleball? Sign-up for private, semi-private or group lessons with one of our Club Pros. Our Pros provide lessons to all age groups and for all levels of play. The lessons given depend on a player’s ability or their preference for a specific area of instruction. All lessons are one (1) hour in length. The following are seasonal memberships (Sep 2023 - June 2024)
All Level Play (ALP) Memberships All Level Play Membership time slots are reserved for members to participate in all level play on the designated days and times (as per their selected membership option) for a seasonal fee. Players with varying skill levels (novice, intermediate, advanced) play together in a fun, social atmosphere. Games are created by using a rotational paddle rack where players upon completion of their game, return their paddles to the paddle rack, where a volunteer ambassador will shuffle paddles around to create a new foursome. All Level Play (ALP) Membership Options & Fees All Level Play (ALP) Membership Options & Fees
ALP members have unlimited access to All Level Play on the day(s) and at the time for which they are registered. Individuals accessing the ALP time slot are required to play using the paddle rack system and must follow the direction of the Volunteer Ambassador. Individuals may only purchase one ALP Membership Option. FALL/WINTER 2023/2024 ALP Membership options MONDAY & WEDNESDAY options (2 days/week)
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS options (2 days/week)
SATURDAYS ONLY option (1 day/week)
When you become an ALP member you are joining our not-for-profit Association. Active ALP members enjoy the benefits and privileges of an Association Membership for the duration of their membership. ALL LEVEL PLAY STRUCTURE
The All Level Play structure allows players with varying skill levels (novice, intermediate, advanced) to all play together in a fun, social atmosphere. Games are created by using a rotational paddle rack where players upon completion of their 12 minute game, return their paddles to the paddle rack, where a volunteer ambassador will shuffle paddles around to create a new foursome.
GOOD TO KNOW...
ALP members who wish to play on days and times outside their selected membership option may also:
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NEW As of September 5, 2023, a rental fee is required to borrow Pickleball paddles and balls from RA Member Services (East desk). FEE: $5.00/rental (plus tax). Rental includes 1 paddle and 1 ball. Please note individuals will be required to provide a piece of photo ID which will be retained until the equipment is returned. How to...
Book a court or reserve a drop-in play session On-line through PlayRA Click here to read the How to Tips on the PlayRA page. By phone Call Member Services at 613-733-5100 to book your court. Court booking rules may be viewed in the Play-As-You-Play Court Rentals accordion. Court schedules Click below to view the full Pickleball Court Schedule Current season Court Etiquette Click to open
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Coaching and Instruction
Don Cogan
dcogan@racentre.com
When asked why he enjoys pickleball so much, Don replies that meeting new people and making new friends are the biggest upsides of the game. You’re having FUN working out and there’s always room to improve and play at different levels once you master the strategy and skills that come with the game. Don realized early on that teaching the game to entry level and intermediate players of all ages was very rewarding. He looks forward to having the opportunity to work with members to help them improve their skills and strategy on the court. |
Cody Barbeau
cbarbeau@racentre.com
Cody is the Head Coach of the High Performance Pickleball Program at the RA Centre and currently competes as a Selkirk Sport Sponsored Player. He is also a multiple gold medallist in local and regional events and is a National medalist. Cody has been coaching pickleball for 5 years. He is the founder of the National Competitive Training League (2019) which assembles top players to develop their skills and mindset necessary to compete and win at a National level. He also brings 5 years of tennis coaching and 25 years of golf professional experience. His athletic achievements include a provincial championship in tennis, golf, as well as a gold medal in golf at the World Masters Games. Cody’s passion for coaching is equally as high as his passion for competing. His goal is to work with players to break barriers and improve their skills, so they achieve all their goals. |
Joane Van Bergen
jvanbergen@racentre.com
Joane loves playing pickleball and is passionate about teaching both adults and youth. She enjoys competing in Canada and the USA. Joane has also refereed many tournaments including the US Pickleball Open and the Canadian National Pickleball Championships. She earned her Pickleball Coaching Certification from PPR (Professional Pickleball Registry) and her Level 2 Pickleball Referee status in Naples, Florida. Joane is a member of PCO (Pickleball Canada) and USAPA (United States of America Pickleball Association). Her organized lessons focus on understanding basics and developing fundamental skills to establish a solid foundation. Joane’s Referee status allows her to pass on all the current rules and strategy tips. She speaks English, French and basic Dutch. Joane offers a simple and efficient approach to learning the game. She enjoys helping others learn the sport and improve their performance (both skill and strategy). If you are an adult or youth pickleball beginner looking for the "right way" to start the game in a fun and supportive environment, give Joane a call. |
Ravi Prakash
ravipickleball@gmail.com
Ravi is an enthusiastic pickleball player and experienced coach. Having earned an IPTPA level 2 certificate and three years of coaching pickleball, he has won second place in the Canada Nationals and several more medals. Ravi also has 6 years of squash coaching with a US Squash Level 1 Certification. He has also coached badminton and cricket for many years. Ravi is an energetic coach who believes in the importance of having strong fundamentals. He makes the process enjoyable while explaining the nuances of the different styles the game can be played. He plans his courses meticulously to suit your needs and achieve your goals |
Michael Gauthier
michael@pickleballstrokes.ca
Michael is excited and proud to be a Pickleball Coach at the RA Centre. For the past six years Michael has been teaching pickleball skills to students, focusing on strategies to help players grow and improve. Not everyone wants to be a tournament champion, but no one likes to lose every time they step on the court. Michael’s goal is to help everyone “have fun winning”. Michael has numerous tournament medals including gold at the Ontario Provincials. He has over ten years’ experience playing pickleball and has a lifetime of competitive sports experience. |
Claudio Colaiacovo
PBallClaudio@gmail.com
Claudio is excited to be part of the excellent team of pickleball coaches at the RA Centre. He brings with him impressive experience and skill level in several different sports, combined with extensive coaching experience. Claudio was introduced to pickleball several years ago in Florida and quickly became hooked as he learned how addictive the sport is. He not only enjoys playing but has enthusiastically recruited countless others to the game throughout the past 3 years. Through regular game playing, Claudio has been informally passing on tips and strategies to beginners and intermediate players alike. This, combined with his 17 years of coaching competitive minor hockey, motivated him to pursue his IPTPA Level 1 Coaching Certification. Claudio provides precise instruction with emphasis on correct stance and footwork which will allow players to quickly develop their skills and abilities and increase their enjoyment of the game. His goal is to make Pickleball fun and to promote friendly competition for an overall positive experience. |