get on the bandwagon
If it seems like everyone’s playing pickleball, you’re not far off the mark. It’s social, easy to learn, improves agility, balance, reflexes and hand-eye coordination. Athletes use it to improve reaction time. People with “tired” shoulders play without pain. Families love it because the “littles” and the “bigs” can all do it. And, if you’re interested, competition abounds at all levels. Bottom line, it's great fun and you'll be able to play the first time you try. Are you ready? Good! Because we have options.
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pickleball academy
Pickleball is for everyone — including the kids! While the sport continues to grow, so does our programming- which is why we've added multiple options for the youngsters to pick it up. Not only is pickleball simple to learn and fun to play, it also keeps kids active and promotes cardio, flexibility, and strength, which is advantageous for their health. A win, win, win!
other big "dills"
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food & beverage
Whether you're looking for a snack, a sandwich, or something to sip, Chef Maeve has you covered.
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pro shop
We offers a full service Pro Shop where you can purchase logo wear as well as pickleball accessories such as grips, hats, socks, balls and paddles. Members can also take advantage of our “try before you buy” paddle rental program. We have a wide selection of paddles for day or overnight needs.
Out of stock in your size or can't find what you're looking for? Pro Shop Manager, Cami Best, can help with special orders from a variety of different vendors.
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corporate events and party packages
Space permitting, we are happy to arrange a fun and healthy team building activity for your workplace, a rockin' birthday party for someone you love or even a fundraiser for your favorite and most deserving non-profit. The best part - it's turnkey. Food and Beverage Director, Maeve Gray, is happy to coordinate food and drink and our pickleball staff can organize and even supervise play if you desire. If you want to build in a group lesson, we can do that as well. Bottom line, it's the perfect solution for an upbeat social guaranteed to be tons of fun.
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Need help deciding where to start? Complete our pickleball interest form and a Pro will be in touch!
current facilities and equipment
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Little Rock Athletic Club
Courts
- 8 dedicated indoor courts
- 4 dedicated outdoor courts
Reservations
Only active members may reserve courts.
“One call, one court” - You may reserve courts up to three days in advance by calling the Reservation Desk but you can only reserve ONE court on that call. If you want a second court, you have to call back. (We understand this can be frustrating but our "One Call, One Court" policy makes the 8:00 am reservation rush as fair as possible for all members.)
You may NOT have a reservation for an indoor court and an outdoor court at the same time.
Reserved courts will be opened to other members if no player on the reservation is present 15 minutes after the start of the reserved time.
Courts must be canceled three hours prior to the reserved court time to avoid paying for the court in the case of indoor play or receiving a no show fee in the case of outdoor play.
To ensure we enable as much play as possible, we reserve the right to move reservations as needed to increase court efficiency.
Fees
Our standard indoor court fees are as follows:
90 minutes - $24
60 minutes - $16
The total court cost is split between players but, as a reminder, players are responsible for ensuring the Desk knows who is playing. Otherwise, the entire court cost will be charged to the member making the reservation. Please note, these fees do not include tax.
There is no charge for playing outdoors.
Equipment
Players are responsible for bringing balls when reserving courts. Balls will be supplied for fee based services, including classes, leagues and lessons. Demo paddles may be rented at the Pickleball Desk for $5 per day or $10 overnight. Balls are available for purchase, as well.
Ball Machine
There is a ball machine for rent at our Athletic location. A member who is at least 15 years old may reserve the ball machine 1 day in advance by contacting the Club. Children using the ball machine must be directly supervised by an adult. Members who reserve the ball machine but hit or play instead will be charged regular court rental. Ball machine rental fees are as follows:
30 minutes - $8
60 minutes - $12
90 minutes - $16
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Little Rock Racquet Club
Courts
4 dedicated outdoor courts
Reservations
Only active members may reserve courts.
“One call, one court” - You may reserve courts up to three days in advance by calling the Club but you can only reserve ONE court on that call. If you want a second court, you have to call back. (We understand this can be frustrating but our "One Call, One Court" policy makes the 8:00 am reservation rush as fair as possible for all members.)
Reserved courts will be opened to other members if no player on the reservation is present 15 minutes after the start of the reserved time.
Courts must be canceled three hours prior to the reserved court time to avoid paying for the court in the case of indoor play or receiving a no show fee in the case of outdoor play.
Fees
There is no charge for playing outdoors.
Equipment
Players are responsible for bringing balls when reserving courts. Balls will be supplied for fee based services, including classes, leagues and lessons. Demo paddles may be rented at the Front Desk for $5 per day or $10 overnight. Balls are available for purchase, as well.
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North Little Rock Athletic Club
Courts
2 indoor on a basketball court
Reservations
Only active members may reserve courts.
“One call, one court” - You may reserve courts up to three days in advance by calling the Club but you can only reserve ONE court on that call. If you want a second court, you have to call back. (We understand this can be frustrating but our "One Call, One Court" policy makes the 8:00 am reservation rush as fair as possible for all members.)
Reserved courts will be opened to other members if no player on the reservation is present 15 minutes after the start of the reserved time.
Courts must be canceled three hours prior to the reserved court time to avoid paying for the court in the case of indoor play or receiving a no show fee in the case of outdoor play.
Fees
Our indoor court fees are as follows:
90 minutes - $18
60 minutes - $15
Equipment
Players are responsible for bringing balls when reserving courts. Players are also responsible for the set up and take down of the pickleball nets during their reserved time.
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