CROSS COURT PICKLEBALL NEWSLETTER – AUGUST 10, 2026
- Steve Skinner
- Aug 10
- 5 min read
SUMMER PICKLEBALL AT CROSS COURT
is flying by, and we’re looking forward to another week of pickleball at Cross Court!
We know summer schedules can be busy with vacations, camping, outdoor activities and time with family, but there are still lots of ways to get on the courts when pickleball fits into your week.
Whether you’re joining us for a league, dropping in for a few games, working on your skills or grabbing some friends for a private court rental, we’re always happy to see you.
Thank you for continuing to choose Cross Court and for being part of our pickleball community!
2nd Annual Team Tournament in Support of Dartmouth General Hospital
2nd Annual Cross Court Charity Team Tournament
Join us September 25–27 at Cross Court Dartmouth for our 2nd Annual Charity Team Tournament in support of Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation.
This is an MILP-style team event. Teams consist of 4 players, and one person registers the entire team. We'll contact you after registration to confirm your roster and division.
Want to play for free? Fundraise $300 or more for Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation! We'll connect your team with the Foundation to create your fundraising page and provide a discount code so you can register without paying upfront. If your team raises less than $300 by September 9th, the remaining balance will be due as your registration fee.
Discount Code for Teams who choose to fundraise: TEAMFUND2026. Use this code when you are on the payment page and the total should be $0.
* If your team would rather pay individually, simply email us and we'll set up individual payments for your teammates.
* We'll also have DOOR PRIZES and prizes for the team that raise the most money.
Divisions
(may be combined or expanded based on registration):
DUPR 12 Max
DUPR 14 Max
DUPR 16 Max
DUPR 18 Max
DUPR 18 Min (minimum combined team DUPR of 18)
A DUPR 12 Max division means the combined DUPR rating of all four players cannot exceed 12 (an average of 3.0 per player). DUPR ratings will be based on the date of registration and will not change if ratings fluctuate afterward.
Registration closes on September 9th. Schedule will be released after registration closes.
WE’RE STILL LOOKING FOR A DARTMOUTH AMBASSADOR
We’re still looking for the right person to join us as a Cross Court Ambassador at our Dartmouth location!
Our Ambassador helps us keep the facility tidy, organized and ready for everyone to enjoy.
In exchange, our Dartmouth Ambassador receives a FREE Pro Membership!
If you’re reliable, take pride in keeping things organized and spend lots of time around Cross Court already, we’d love to hear from you.
Interested? Email info@crosscourtpickleball.ca for more information.
FALL PICKLEBALL IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER
September will be here before we know it, and we’re busy putting together our Fall programming at Bedford and Dartmouth.
Fall is traditionally one of our busiest times of the year, so we’ll have plenty of opportunities to get on the courts, including leagues at different levels, drop-ins, Skills & Drills, lessons and more.
Fall League registration will be announced soon. Keep an eye on your email and our Facebook page for updates!
NEW LEAGUES STARTING THIS WEEK
There are still opportunities to get into some of our August leagues!
Bedford Rec/Novice Women’s League (NR–2.5)
August 12 – September 2
Wednesdays | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Bedford Rec/Novice Mixed League 2.5–3.0
August 16 – September 6
Sundays | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Separate male and female registration
Bedford Women’s League 2.6–3.2 (Non-rated)
August 17 – September 7
Mondays | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Dartmouth Novice Women’s League (NR–2.5)
August 12 – September 2
Wednesdays | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Check Mindbody for current availability and registration.
WEEKLY DROP-INS
Can’t commit to a full league? Drop-ins are a great way to get some games in while keeping your schedule flexible.
Bedford
Tuesdays 6:00 PM Youth
Tuesdays 7:00 PM 3.0–3.5
Wednesdays 6:00 PM Rec/Novice
Thursdays 10:00 AM 3.0–3.5
Fridays 1:00 PM 3.0+
Saturdays 10:00 AM 3.0–3.5
Sundays 5:00 PM 3.5+
Dartmouth
Thursdays 6:00 PM Rec/Novice
Saturdays 9:00 AM 3.0+
Please register through Mindbody before attending to reserve your spot.
PICKLEBALL FOR JUST $27 A YEAR
You don’t have to play several times a week to be part of Cross Court.
Our Casual Membership is just $27 per year and gives you access to court rentals, leagues, drop-ins and other Cross Court programming.
Private court rentals are just $23.50 per court, per hour before tax. Split between four players, that works out to less than $6 per person before tax!
For players who are on the courts more often, our Serious and Pro memberships offer additional savings.
Choose the membership that works best for how YOU play.
INTRO TO PICKLEBALL
Have a friend, family member or coworker who keeps saying they want to try pickleball?
Send them our way!
Our Intro to Pickleball classes are designed for complete beginners. We provide the equipment and teach the fundamentals so players can learn the basics in a fun, welcoming environment.
Bedford
Mondays | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Dartmouth
Thursdays | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Bi-Weekly)
No experience or equipment required.
Intro to Pickleball is also the only Cross Court program that does not require a membership, making it an easy way to try the sport before joining.
SKILLS & DRILLS
Playing more games is great, but sometimes the fastest way to improve is to slow things down and actually work on your shots.
Our weekly Skills & Drills sessions give players an opportunity to focus on technique, consistency, positioning and strategy that can be carried directly into match play.
Bedford
Tuesdays | 5:00 PM
Dartmouth
Wednesdays | 9:00 AM
Register through Mindbody.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Sometimes a little individual attention can make a big difference.
Private coaching is available for players who want to work on specific areas of their game or simply become more confident on the court.
Rates
1 player | $60/hour
2 players | $40/hour each
3–4 players | $30/hour each
Email info@crosscourtpickleball.ca to arrange a lesson.
A QUICK LEAGUE REMINDER
If you’re registered for a league and know you can’t make one of your scheduled weeks, please do your best to find a substitute.
Subs help us keep courts balanced and ensure the other players in your league still get the amount and quality of play they signed up for.
You can post in the Cross Court Facebook group to look for a sub. If you’re having trouble finding someone, feel free to reach out to us as well.
TIP OF THE WEEK
Don’t try to win every point with one shot.
A good pickleball point is often about creating an opportunity rather than immediately hitting a winner.
Be patient, keep the ball in play and wait for your opponent to give you an attackable ball. Consistency wins a lot more points than forcing a low-percentage shot.
DID YOU KNOW?
The best place for your paddle between shots is generally up and in front of you, not hanging down by your side.
Keeping your paddle in a ready position reduces the amount of time needed to react, especially during fast exchanges at the kitchen line.
It’s a small habit that can make a big difference!
HAVE YOU FOLLOWED US ON FACEBOOK?
Our Facebook page is one of the fastest ways to find out what’s happening at Cross Court.
We regularly post new leagues, drop-ins, DUPR events, last-minute openings, Skills & Drills, facility updates and other opportunities to play.
Some programs can fill quickly, so following along is the best way to make sure you don’t miss something you want to join.
SEE YOU ON THE COURTS!
Thank you for another great week at Cross Court Pickleball.
We appreciate everyone who books a court, joins a league, attends a drop-in, takes a lesson, introduces a friend to the game or simply walks through our doors ready to play.
Have a great week and we’ll see you on the courts!
Cross Court Pickleball
Bedford & Dartmouth
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