Cross Court Pickleball Weekly Update – January 13, 2026

Cross Court Community

January is a special time on our courts, new faces, familiar players returning, and a renewed sense of connection as we settle back into our routines. At Cross Court, we’re committed to creating spaces that are welcoming, respectful, and enjoyable for everyone, no matter your experience level.

Cross Court isn’t just a place, it’s a community, and it only works because all of us contribute to it together. By showing kindness, sportsmanship, and consideration for one another, we help keep our courts affordable, inclusive, and open to everyone. Thank you for being part of what makes this community something truly special.

Cross Court Fan Gear

Our Cross Court fan store is stocked with apparel and accessories designed for our community. Whether you’re looking for something to wear on the court or casual gear off the court, there are plenty of options to choose from.

Available items include:

• Hoodies and crewnecks

• Player tees and tanks

• Hats, beanies, and accessories

• Multiple colour options and size ranges

• Orders typically arrive within 2–3 weeks

If you haven’t checked it out yet, or want to add something new to your rotation, you can browse the full collection below.

Shop the Fan Store HERE!

Instructor 2

Developing Recreational Players is an in-person certification course designed for coaches who want to build confidence and consistency in recreational pickleball players. This course focuses on teaching fundamentals, effective drill design, player development, and creating positive learning environments.

Taking place at Cross Court Pickleball in Dartmouth, the weekend includes both classroom learning and on-court instruction, giving participants practical tools they can immediately apply in their coaching sessions.

Course: Instructor 2 – Developing Recreational Players

Location: Crosscourt Pickleball – Dartmouth

Address: 1380 Cole Harbour Road, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, B2V 1N6

Course ID: 74458

Format: In Person

Dates and Times:

• Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

• Sunday, March 8, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Signup HERE!

Leagues Running & Starting Soon

Leagues provide consistent, structured play and are one of the best ways to improve your game while building connections with other players.

DARTMOUTH

Dartmouth Women’s 3.0+ League

Dates: Wednesday, January 21 – February 11, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Dartmouth Novice (Level 1) Any Gender League (2.5–3.0)

Dates: Sunday, January 25 – February 15, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Dartmouth Women’s 3.0+ League

Dates: Monday, January 26 – February 16, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Signup HERE!

BEDFORD

Bedford 3.0–3.5 Mixed Doubles Team League

Dates: Friday, January 16 – February 6, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Signup HERE!

Weekly Drop-Ins

Not ready to commit to a full league? Drop-ins are flexible sessions where you sign up individually, rotate partners, and play lots of games in a relaxed but organized setting.

BEDFORD

• Tuesday 6:00 PM – Youth Drop-In

• Tuesday 7:00 PM – 3.0–3.5 Drop-In

• Wednesday 6:00 PM – Rec/Novice Drop-In

• Thursday 10:00 AM – 3.0–3.5 Drop-In

• Saturday 10:00 AM – 3.0–3.5 Drop-In

• Sunday 5:00 PM – 3.5+ Drop-In

Signup HERE!

DARTMOUTH

• Thursday 6:00 PM – Rec/Novice Drop-In

• Thursday 7:00 PM – 3.0+ Drop-In

• Friday 9:00 AM – 3.0–3.5 Drop-In

• Saturday 9:00 AM – 3.0+ Drop-In

Signup HERE!

Skills & Drills Session

This is a one-hour, coach-led training session held at your preferred location and facilitated by a certified pickleball coach. Skills & Drills sessions focus on breaking the game down into individual components, such as dinking, serves and returns, volleys, third-shot drops, court positioning, and consistency.

Through structured, high-repetition drills and targeted feedback, players get the chance to refine technique, build confidence, and develop smarter shot selection. These sessions are designed to help you strengthen specific areas of your game and take your pickleball performance to the next level.

BEDFORD

Tuesday 5:00 PM – Beginner/Intermediate Skills & Drills

DARTMOUTH

Wednesday 9:00 AM – Skills & Drills

Signup HERE!

New to Pickleball? Start Here

If you’re brand new, or still figuring out rules, scoring, and positioning, our Intro to Pickleball sessions are the perfect entry point.

No experience required. Equipment provided. Supportive instruction in a welcoming environment.

Upcoming Intro Sessions

Dartmouth

Thursday, January 8 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Bedford

Monday, January 12 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Monday, January 26 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Signup HERE!

Private Coaching Available

Coaches Andre, Gaston, and Michael are all available for private and small-group lessons.

Private coaching is ideal if you want focused feedback, targeted drills, and strategy tailored to your game, whether you’re refining fundamentals or pushing into higher-level play.

Rates

• $60/hour – 1 player

• $40/hour per person – 2 players

• $30/hour per person – 3–4 players

Email info@crosscourtpickleball.ca to book or ask questions.

Join the Cross Court Pickleball Players Club!

We’re excited to introduce the Players Club, our new loyalty program designed to reward your love for pickleball! Whether you’re just starting to get into the game or you’re playing several times a week, we’ve got rewards tailored to your dedication.

Active Players Club

For players who play at least twice per month for three consecutive months.

* 10% Off Paddles: Enjoy a discount on paddles from all the brands we work with, plus free shipping.

* Save 5% on Services: Get a 5% discount when you purchase a package of 5 services, including drop-ins, court rentals, leagues, skills and drills, and more!

Premium Players Club

For players who play twice a week or more for three consecutive months.

* 20% Off All Paddles: Take advantage of bigger savings and free shipping.

* 2 Hours of Free Table Tennis Per Month: Enjoy some extra fun on us.

* Save 10% on Services: Receive a 10% discount when you purchase a package of 5 services.

* 1 Free Skills and Drills Session Per Month: Keep honing your game with this exclusive perk.

Eligible Services

Your participation in the following activities counts toward your Players Club eligibility:

* Tournaments

* Leagues

* Drop-ins

* Skills and drills

* Court rentals

* Private lessons

* Special events

* Youth programs

(Basically, anything you sign up for yourself qualifies!)

Important Details

* Bookings are automatically included. If you meet the criteria, simply fill out the form to request specific rewards be added to your account: Request Your Rewards.

* Package discounts cannot be used for guaranteed bookings.

Start earning rewards while doing what you love! Play more, save more, and make the most out of your pickleball experience with the Cross Court Pickleball Players Club. Start playing toward your rewards!

Stay Connected

For schedules, registrations, and membership details:

www.crosscourtpickleball.ca

Follow us on Facebook for last-minute openings, updates, and community highlights.

See you on the courts,

The Cross Court Pickleball Team

P.S. If your January goal was “play more pickleball,” you’re definitely in the right place. Pickleball is what we love, what we do, and what brings our community together.