Cross Court Pickleball Newsletter-October 27, 2025
- Steve Skinner
- Oct 27
- 5 min read
There’s so much happening at Cross Court right now, new sessions, competitive leagues, and the launch of our brand-new 2025 Fan Store! Whether you’re picking up a paddle for the first time or sharpening your skills for league play, we’ve got something for everyone this season.
🎉 The Cross Court Pickleball 2025 Fan Store is LIVE! 🎉
It’s time to gear up in style and show your Cross Court pride both on and off the court! Whether you’re smashing serves, cheering from the sidelines, or shopping for the pickleball lover in your life, we’ve got you covered.
🔥 What’s waiting for you:
•Fresh new designs and premium-quality gear
•Easy-to-follow sizing guides for the perfect fit
•Convenient home delivery (please allow 2–3 weeks after purchase)
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? Cross Court apparel and merch make awesome presents for teammates, friends, or family who can’t get enough of pickleball!
Don’t wait, rep your passion and spread some pickleball cheer this holiday season! 💪🎾
Shop the Cross Court Pickleball - Fan Store - 2025 HERE!
GUARANTEED BOOKING UPDATE
Guaranteed bookings for Bedford are now closed, thank you to everyone who grabbed a spot!
Don’t worry if you missed out, regular bookings are still available! We just cap the number of guaranteed spots each session to make sure everyone gets fair and consistent playtime. So, you can still jump in, it just won’t be part of the guaranteed rotation.
Over in Dartmouth, we still have a few afternoon guaranteed bookings left, but they’re going fast, grab one while you can!
📢 Important Policy Update: The “50 Cent Rule” (Effective November 1)
At Cross Court, we’re committed to keeping pickleball accessible and affordable for everyone — while still ensuring we can grow, improve, and continue providing the best possible experience for our community.
Like most businesses, we face annual rent increases and rising operating costs. To stay sustainable while remaining fair, we adjust our prices once a year. We call this approach The 50 Cent Rule — because, whenever possible, we limit our price increases to small, manageable increments of about $0.50.
Here’s what’s changing starting November 1:
💸 Casual Membership Pricing Adjustments
• Casual Court Rentals: $23.50/hour (+ $0.50 per person per hour)
• Drop-In Play: $14 (+ $0.50 per session)
• Leagues: $54 for a 4-week session (+ $0.50 per week)
• Skills & Drills: $17 (+ $0.50 per session)
👉 Serious and Pro Membership pricing remains unchanged.
We’ve worked hard to keep these increases as minimal and fair as possible, ensuring Cross Court continues to be one of the most affordable, community-focused pickleball experiences available.
🔄 New “3-Month No-Change” Policy
Also starting November 1, any membership purchase or upgrade will be subject to a 3-month no-change period. This means once you make a change, you’ll need to keep that plan for at least three months before switching again.
This policy is designed to prevent frequent plan changes and help us keep memberships simple, stable, and fair for everyone.
The Dink Minor League Pickleball @ Cross Court Pickleball Dartmouth
December 6, 2025
Registration opens November 21
Get ready to rally!
Join us at CANADA The Dink Minor League Pickleball @ Cross Court Pickleball NS on Saturday, December 6, 2025, held at Cross Court Pickleball Club (1380 Cole Harbour Road, Cole Harbour, NS). Registration opens now and closes November 21.
This isn’t your average tournament, it’s the exciting team-format of The Dink Minor League Pickleball! Teams are made up of 4 players (2 women + 2 men). You’ll compete in four 21-point games: women’s doubles, men’s doubles, then two mixed doubles. If it’s tied 2-2, get set for the “Dreambreaker” tiebreaker, an epic singles showdown until someone reaches 21 and wins by two.
Skill divisions available: DUPR 16 (9:00 AM-1:00 PM) and DUPR 22 (1:30 PM-8:30 PM). Teams must register together at CAD 85/player.
Whether you’re in it for fun, the team camaraderie, or serious competition — this event welcomes you. Grab your partner, round up your squad, and mark your calendars. Let’s serve, dink, laugh, and make memories!
Click here for more details: https://swishtournaments.com/product/canada-the-dink-minor-league-pickkeball-cross-court-pickleball-ns/
UPCOMING LEAGUES
DARTMOUTH
Coached Drill & Play League (Intermediate)
Thursdays, Oct 30 – Nov 20, 2025
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Youth Intermediate to Advanced (Ages 15 & Below) League
Saturdays, Nov 1 – Nov 22, 2025
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Novice (Level 1) Any Gender League
Sundays, Nov 2 – Nov 23, 2025
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Women’s 3.0+ League
Mondays Nov 3 – Nov 24, 2025
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
(Level 2) Any Gender Novice League
Mondays Nov 10 – Dec 1, 2025
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Novice Women’s League
Wednesdays Nov 12 – Dec 3, 2025
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
3.5+ Mixed Teams League
Fridays Nov 14 – Dec 5, 2025
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
BEDFORD
Bedford Women’s League 3.0–3.5
Thursday, November 6, 2025 – November 27, 2025
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Bedford 3.0–3.5 Mixed Doubles Team League
Friday, November 7, 2025 – November 28, 2025
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Bedford Rec/Novice Mixed League (Male Registration)
Sunday, November 9, 2025 – November 30, 2025
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Bedford Women’s 3.0++ Ladder
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 – December 2, 2025
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Bedford Rec/Novice Women’s League
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 – December 3, 2025
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Bedford Mixed 3.0+ League (Female Registration)
Saturday, November 15, 2025 – December 6, 2025
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Bedford Mixed 3.0+ League (Male Registration)
Saturday, November 15, 2025 – December 6, 2025
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
New to Pickleball? Let’s Get You Started!
If you’ve been curious about pickleball, now’s the perfect time to jump in! Our Intro to Pickleball sessions are designed to make learning easy, fun, and welcoming for everyone, no experience or equipment required.
📍 Dartmouth: Every second Thursday, 7–9 PM
📍 Bedford: Mondays, 7–9 PM
You’ll learn the basics, meet new players, and see for yourself why pickleball is the fastest-growing sport around.
👉 Register here:
• Dartmouth Intro (https://www.crosscourtpickleball.ca/dartmouth)
• Bedford Intro (https://www.crosscourtpickleball.ca/bedford)
Come for the fun, stay for the community!
Drop-In and Skills & Drills Schedule
Bedford
Tuesday 5 PM: Beginner and Intermediate Skills and Drills
Tuesday 6 PM: Youth Drop-In
Tuesday 7 PM: 3.0 and 3.5 Drop-In
Wednesday 6 PM: Rec/Novice Drop-In
Thursday 10 AM: 3.0–3.5 Drop-In
Saturday 10 AM: 3.0–3.5 Drop-In
Sunday 5 PM: 3.5+ Drop-In
Register for Bedford Drop-Ins (https://www.crosscourtpickleball.ca/bedford)
Dartmouth
Wednesday 9 AM: Skills and Drills
Wednesday 10 AM: 3.0+ Drop-In
Thursday 6 PM: Rec/Novice Drop-In
Thursday 7 PM: 3.0+ Drop-In
Friday 9 AM: 3.0–3.5 Drop-In
Saturday 9 AM: 3.0+ Drop-In
Register for Dartmouth Drop-Ins (https://www.crosscourtpickleball.ca/dartmouth)
We’re so grateful for this amazing community, your energy, laughter, and love for the game make every session something special. Whether you’re a first-time player or a seasoned pro, you’re a huge part of what makes Cross Court such a fun place to play.
Let’s finish the year strong, with big smiles, great games, and plenty of holiday spirit on the courts!
Cross Court Pickleball Locations
Dartmouth: 1380 Cole Harbour Rd
Bedford: 200 Bluewater Rd
Visit us anytime at https://www.crosscourtpickleball.ca to view schedules, register for programs, or grab your gear and follow us on Facebook.
See you on the court!
– The Cross Court Pickleball Team
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