Glades Pickleball

Who We Are

Here at the Glades we bring together players of all skill levels in a friendly, supportive, and active environment. We are dedicated to fostering the growth of pickleball within The Glades community, offering a world-class facility and vibrant social opportunities for our members and their guests.

What We Offer

An Award-Winning Pickleball Complex

• Our nationally recognized facility, proudly honored by the American Sports Builders Association for Excellence in Court Construction, features 12 individually fenced, permanent competition courts.
• These courts are designed to deliver an uninterrupted playing experience with fewer errant balls and smooth court flow.

Dedicated Drilling and Practice Facility

• Adjacent to the main courts, players can sharpen their skills at our three-court practice complex, complete with tournament-quality portable nets, programmable ball machines, and a privacy-protected environment ideal for drilling, training, and private lessons.

Specialized Playing Surface

• All courts are finished with a high-performance glaze over a fiber substrate, offering superior footing, consistent ball bounce, and enhanced player comfort by reducing joint impact.

State-of-the-Art Lighting

• Tweener LED lighting systems provide optimal visibility, minimal shadowing, and reduced light pollution, creating a premium experience for both daytime and evening play.

On-Site Coaching

• Access to group clinics, private instruction, and skills development sessions with certified pickleball professionals.

Competitive and Social Play

• Organized skill-level play, seasonal leagues, tournaments, interclub matches, and fun social mixers.

A Great Social Environment

Pickleball at The Glades is about more than just the game—it's about the connections we build. Throughout the season, the Glades Pickleball Association hosts a variety of social and competitive events, including:

• Season Kickoff and End-of-Season Celebrations
• In-House Tournaments and Challenge Ladders
• Skills Clinics and Training Camps
• Themed Social Play Days
• Volunteer Appreciation Events

As a member of the Glades Pickleball Association, you'll experience a community where fun, fitness, and friendship come together on and off the court—at one of the finest pickleball facilities in Southwest Florida.