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Pickleball – Adult

Adult Pickleball

Bismarck Parks and Recreation District offers adult pickleball drop-in play, lessons, and events throughout the year.

Pickleball Quick Links

Pickleball Lessons

There are generally two sessions each season (summer, fall, winter) with outdoor lessons available in the summer.

Sessions

  • Winter Session 1: January 5-February 7, 2026 (CRFC)
  • Winter Session 2 February 23-March 28, 2026 (CRFC)
  • Summer Session 1: June 2026
  • Summer Session 2: July 2026
  • Fall Session 1: September-October 2026
  • Fall Session 2: October-November 2026

Locations

Pickleball 101 Beginners Lessons

Learn the basics of pickleball with other beginners. The class will focus on court layout, rules, and beginner drills.

Fee: $50

Days and Times

  • 60-minute classes at 9:30am on Mondays
  • 60-minute classes at 12:00pm on Wednesdays
  • 60-minute classes at 12:30pm on Saturdays
Register for Pickleball 101-Beginners

Pickleball Intermediate Lessons

Want to advance your pickleball game? Learn drills and strategy to elevate your game to the next level! Taught by an experienced pickleball player.

Fee: $50 

Day and Time: 60-minute classes at 12:30pm on Saturdays

Register for Pickleball Intermediate

Pickleball Drop-In Play

Need to Know

To determine what level you should play, use the USA Pickleball skill level guide. If you cannot determine your skill level, contact Rod at 701-221-6855. Never played? Consider signing up for lessons before attending drop-in for the first time.

Fall/Winter/Spring Seasons

Capital Racquet & Fitness Center, 3200 N. 10th St.

  • September 1-May 31
    • CRFC and BSC Aquatic & Wellness Center Members: FREE
    • Non-Members: $5
  • Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
    • Beginner (2.0-2.5): 8:00-10:00am
    • Intermediate (3.0-3.5): 10:00am-12:30pm
    • Advanced (3.5+): 12:30-3:30pm
  • Tuesdays and Thursdays: all levels from 11:00am-3:00pm
  • Saturdays: all levels from 3:00-6:00pm

World War Memorial Building, 215 N. 6th St.

  • August 5-May 31
  • FREE
  • East and Lower Courts
  • Tuesdays and Thursdays: all levels from 11:00am-1:00pm

Summer Season

  • June 1-August 31
  • Beginner Players
  • Intermediate Players
    • Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:00am-12:00pm at North Central Park Tennis/Pickleball Complex, 830 Central Ave.
    • Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00am-12:00pm at Elk Ridge Park Pickleball Complex, 3620 Cogburn Rd.
  • Advanced Players
    • Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:00am-12:00pm at Elk Ridge Park Pickleball Complex
    • Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00am-12:00pm at North Central Park Tennis/Pickleball Complex