Cross Court Pickleball Weekly Update-December 15, 2025
- Steve Skinner
- Dec 15, 2025
- 4 min read
The courts are buzzing as we head into the final full week of play before the holidays. Leagues are launching, drop-ins are packed, and there’s no shortage of ways to get games in before the year wraps up.
Holiday Schedule Notice
There will be no leagues or drop-ins on:
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day
• New Year’s Eve
• New Year’s Day
All leagues will be extended to make up for these dates.
Court bookings remain open and can still be reserved as usual.
Leagues Launching Now
Several leagues officially start this week, and we’re excited to see these groups take the court.
DARTMOUTH
Reaching 3.0+
Dates: Tuesday, December 16
Time: 5:00 PM –7:00 PM
Dartmouth Novice (Level 1) Any Gender League (2.5–3.0)
Dates: Sunday, December 28, 2025 – January 18, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Dartmouth Women’s 3.0+ League
Dates: Monday, December 29, 2025 – January 19, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Dartmouth Women’s 3.0–3.5 Teams League
Dates: Wednesday, January 7, 2026 – January 28, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
BEDFORD
Bedford (Level 2) Rec/Novice Mixed League (Female Registration) 2.5–3.0
Dates: Saturday, December 27, 2025 – January 17, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Bedford (Level 2) Rec/Novice Mixed League (Male Registration) 2.5–3.0
Dates: Saturday, December 27, 2025 – January 17, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Bedford Women’s 2.6–3.2 Ladder League
Dates: Friday, January 9, 2026 – January 30, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Bedford Women’s League 3.0–3.5
Dates: Thursday, January 15, 2026 – February 5, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Need Court Time This Week?
Drop-ins and skills sessions are running daily at both locations. Whether you’re looking to drill, get competitive games, or just stay active during the busy holiday season, there’s something on the schedule.
DROP IN SESSIONS AND SKILLS & DRILLS
From skills sessions to competitive drop-ins, there are lots of ways to get on court each week.
BEDFORD
• Tue 5 PM — Beginner/Intermediate Skills & Drills
• Tue 6 PM — Youth Drop-In
• Tue 7 PM — 3.0–3.5 Drop-In
• Wed 6 PM — Rec/Novice Drop-In
• Thu 10 AM — 3.0–3.5 Drop-In
• Sat 10 AM — 3.0–3.5 Drop-In
• Sun 5 PM — 3.5+ Drop-In
DARTMOUTH
• Wed 9 AM — Skills & Drills
• Wed 10 AM — 3.0+ Drop-In
• Thu 6 PM — Rec/Novice Drop-In
• Thu 7 PM — 3.0+ Drop-In
• Fri 9 AM — 3.0–3.5 Drop-In
• Sat 9 AM — 3.0+ Drop-In
Never Played Before? Start Here.
If you or someone you know has been “pickleball curious,” our Intro to Pickleball sessions are designed for complete beginners.
No equipment. No experience. Just show up and play.
Bedford 2 Hour Intro to Pickleball
Date: Monday, January 5, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Dartmouth 2 Hour Intro to Pickleball
Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Bedford 2 Hour Intro to Pickleball
Date: Monday, January 12, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Bedford 2 Hour Intro to Pickleball
Date: Monday, January 26, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Meet Our Coaches
Last week, we introduced you to Coach Michael, this week, we want to put the spotlight on our Coach Gaston Renault.
Gaston fell in love with Pickleball in 2011. He easily got hooked into tournament play and has participated locally, provincially, nationally as well as some tournaments in the US. He brought back gold at Nationals in men’s doubles in 2017.
Coaching junior badminton for years, he naturally transitioned those skills, backed with IPTPA Certification, into coaching pickleball players looking to improve their game. He brings many years of experience and can help you simplify the game with proper shot selection, positioning, and shot placement. He loves fine tuning your swing to increase power, if needed, but prefers to teach you depth control to increase your unattackable ball percentages.
Train with Coach Gaston
Players can book private coaching sessions with Michael for personalized instruction tailored to their goals and skill level.
Private Coaching Rates:
• $60/hour – 1 player
• $40/hour per person – 2 players
• $30/hour per person – 3–4 players
Sessions typically begin with a quick assessment, followed by focused work on the areas you want to improve, whether that’s shot selection, consistency, footwork, or strategy.
If you’ve trained with Gaston before, you already know what sets him apart. His energy is contagious, his attention to detail is unmatched, and he has a way of keeping sessions both highly productive and genuinely enjoyable. Gaston pushes players to improve while making sure everyone feels supported, challenged, and confident on the court. You’ll leave each session having worked hard, learned something new, and excited to get back out and play again.
A Gift That Actually Gets Used
Still searching for a holiday gift?
Cross Court Pickleball Gift Cards can be used toward:
• Lessons & coaching
• Leagues & drop-ins
• Court rentals
• Memberships
Simple, flexible, and perfect for players of all levels.
Please allow up to 7 days for processing.
Request HERE!
Stay in the Loop
Schedules, registrations, leagues, and memberships:
Follow us on Facebook for last-minute openings, updates, and court photos.
See you on court this week
— The Cross Court Pickleball Team
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