New Youth Drop-In Program
We are very excited to introduce our new youth drop-in program for ages 8-12! These sessions are a great opportunity for young players to get into the game, improve their skills, and have fun playing pickleball.
Bedford: Tuesdays, 6-7 PM
Dartmouth: Thursdays, 6-7 PM
Parents can register using their account up to 7 days in advance, one week at a time. Pricing will be the same as for our Skills and Drills sessions, based on the membership you hold. These sessions will be lightly coached, focusing mainly on playing and engaging the kids in the sport.
This Week’s League Openings
Explore new opportunities and join a league or drop-in that fits your skill level and schedule. Here's what's available this week:
Dartmouth:
Women’s 3.5+
Day: Tuesday
Time: 10 AM
Note: This will now be switched to a drop-in format. Once the current session ends.
Novice, Any Gender
Day: Tuesday
Time: 5 PM
Women’s 3.0+
Day: Wednesday
Time: 10 AM
Bedford:
Women’s 3.0 Class
Day: Saturday
Time: 2 PM
Ensure to register and participate actively in these leagues. Your engagement helps make our community vibrant and competitive!
Transitioning to Swish for Drop-In Bookings
Based on recent poll results, our members have expressed a preference for using the Swish app over MindBody for booking drop-ins, citing the ease of use and convenience of having a single system. To simplify our booking process and reduce confusion, we are planning to transition to Swish as our primary platform for all drop-in activities.
In preparation for this change, we recommend downloading the Swish app and becoming familiar with its features. If you're concerned about navigating new technology, don't worry! We'll ensure there are options available for everyone to continue participating with ease.
Here are the drop-ins for this week! Some are on Swish, while others are available on Mind Body. Your Crosscourt account will be charged the day before your session, but you can cancel without any fees up until that time.
Dartmouth:
Tuesday: Men's 3.0+ Unrated (2-4 PM) - SWISH (Code: JVM2)
Thursday: Women’s 3.0+ Unrated (3-5 PM) - SWISH (Code: ga7h)
Friday: Any Gender 2.5-3.25 Unrated (1-3 PM) - SWISH (Code: eGpJ)
Sunday: Any Gender 3.5 Unrated (6-8 PM) - SWISH (Code: R1vz)
Sunday: Any Gender 3.0+ Unrated (12-2 PM) - Mind Body
Bedford:
Tuesday: Any Gender 3.0+ Unrated (6 PM) - Mind Body
Wednesday: Any Gender 2.5-3.25 Unrated (6 PM) - Mind Body
Saturday: Any Gender 3.0+ Unrated (10 AM-12 PM) - Mind Body
Thursday: Any Gender 3.0+ Unrated (10 AM-12 PM) - Mind Body
Join our Swish groups to receive invites for these drop-ins!
SWISH Group Codes:
2.5 - 3.25+ Any Gender: (Code: x1e9)
3.0+ Any Gender: (Code: LdAe)
3.0+ Men’s: (Code: kvxn)
3.0+ Women’s: (Code: v32Q)
Skills and Drills Sessions
Don’t forget to sharpen your skills with our Skills and Drills sessions at both locations. Perfect your techniques and enjoy engaging with the community.
Bedford:
Dartmouth:
Stay Fit and Injury-Free with Spring Physiotherapy!
This Week's Tip: Flexibility Exercises for Pickleball Players
Improving your flexibility can enhance your performance and prevent injuries. Here are two exercises recommended by our physiotherapists:
Hamstring Stretch: Sit on the ground with one leg extended and the other bent. Reach towards your toes on the extended leg, keeping your back straight. Hold for 20 seconds and switch legs. Watch this variation by our physiotherapist: YouTube Stretch Link
Shoulder Stretch: Bring one arm across your chest and use the other arm to gently pull it closer to your body. Hold for 20 seconds and switch arms.
Boost your overall pickleball performance by joining Heather MacAulay at Spring Physiotherapy every Wednesday morning from 9:15 am to 9:45 am for a complimentary Pickleball Fitness Class. Secure your spot by emailing admin@springphysio.ca or calling 902-453-1525 extension 2.
Experience Enhanced Knee Support with GenuTrain at Soles in Motion
Looking for a way to stay active on the pickleball court despite knee issues? Visit Soles in Motion at 133 Baker Drive, Dartmouth, to discover the benefits of the new-and-improved GenuTrain knee brace. This advanced support system offers secure stability for mild knee instability while effectively relieving pain and swelling.
Thanks so much for being a part of our community.
See you on the courts :)
Steve and Deanna
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