If you've come to this page you're either new to the game or wanting to enhance your skills and knowledge of pickleball. There's so much to learn..... but we've got you covered! Follow the links below and you'll probably find what you're looking for.
SWIFTNET SETUP and TAKEDOWN
SWIFTNET SET UP INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1 - Lay out feet at either side about 6-12 inches from the court line with button to outside
Step 2 - Take boom out of bag and walk it out vertically to get sections to attach
Step 3 - Unroll net and lay flat on surface
Step 4 - Put boom into top of net, taking care to put boom under the net cord.
Before Step 4, you may want to consider untwisting the pull cord if it is twisted between the ring and the post. This can be done by rotating post in proper direction within sleeve to untwist the pull cord between the ring and the post.
Step 5 - With partner, raise net and boom together.
Step 6 - ONE AT A TIME, hold posts perpendicular to feet and slide in until it clicks. You should not have to force this or step on feet.
If it doesn't click into place, give it a quarter turn
When your partner is inserting first post onto the base, hold the other end loosely from the top. This allows your partner to insert post more easily.
When the first post is inserted, then hands off. This will allow your partner to insert second post more easily.
Step 7 - Attach boom rest (triangle) to boom and designate someone to hold net away from boom rest (triangle).
Step 8 - ONE AT A TIME. First person pull net cord down and leave about 2 inches room. Second person pull on cord until triangle hits ground, give one more tug.
Step 9 - Net should be 34 inches in middle. Hook velcro under boom and back through net. Use velcro to adjust height and measure. When done, put measuring tape back in pocket.
Step 10 - Tuck the pull cord into sleeves.
TAKE DOWN (REVERSE OF SET UP)
Step 1 - remove the boom rest (triangle) and put into pocket of the bag.
Step 2 -undo velcro and fasten it back up through bottom of net.
Step 3 - Release pressure on boom by taking net cord out of sleeve and lifting up.
DO NOT attempt disassembly until the tension has been released by pulling up on the pull cords
Step 4 - ONE AT A TIME, push button to release post and slide it out of feet. Do this on both sides
Step 5 - Together, lay net and boom on ground. Once on ground, it is SAFE to remove boom from net. If you do this while posts are attached, boom is under pressure and could injure.
Step 6 - Fold up boom and put in bag
Step 7 - Once the boom is removed, draw the pull cord tight and insert in the post sleeve. This makes sue that the pull cords do not get tangled in the net when it is being rolled up.
Step 8 - Ensure velcro is fastened through the bottom of the net to prevent tangling.
Step 9 - Bring two ends of net together, then roll it up and place in bottom of bag
Step 10 - Put feet into bag with ends facing in so they don't poke holes in bag
Step 11 - Zip up and put bag away.
Step 1 - Lay out feet at either side about 6-12 inches from the court line with button to outside
Step 2 - Take boom out of bag and walk it out vertically to get sections to attach
Step 3 - Unroll net and lay flat on surface
Step 4 - Put boom into top of net, taking care to put boom under the net cord.
Before Step 4, you may want to consider untwisting the pull cord if it is twisted between the ring and the post. This can be done by rotating post in proper direction within sleeve to untwist the pull cord between the ring and the post.
Step 5 - With partner, raise net and boom together.
Step 6 - ONE AT A TIME, hold posts perpendicular to feet and slide in until it clicks. You should not have to force this or step on feet.
If it doesn't click into place, give it a quarter turn
When your partner is inserting first post onto the base, hold the other end loosely from the top. This allows your partner to insert post more easily.
When the first post is inserted, then hands off. This will allow your partner to insert second post more easily.
Step 7 - Attach boom rest (triangle) to boom and designate someone to hold net away from boom rest (triangle).
Step 8 - ONE AT A TIME. First person pull net cord down and leave about 2 inches room. Second person pull on cord until triangle hits ground, give one more tug.
Step 9 - Net should be 34 inches in middle. Hook velcro under boom and back through net. Use velcro to adjust height and measure. When done, put measuring tape back in pocket.
Step 10 - Tuck the pull cord into sleeves.
TAKE DOWN (REVERSE OF SET UP)
Step 1 - remove the boom rest (triangle) and put into pocket of the bag.
Step 2 -undo velcro and fasten it back up through bottom of net.
Step 3 - Release pressure on boom by taking net cord out of sleeve and lifting up.
DO NOT attempt disassembly until the tension has been released by pulling up on the pull cords
Step 4 - ONE AT A TIME, push button to release post and slide it out of feet. Do this on both sides
Step 5 - Together, lay net and boom on ground. Once on ground, it is SAFE to remove boom from net. If you do this while posts are attached, boom is under pressure and could injure.
Step 6 - Fold up boom and put in bag
Step 7 - Once the boom is removed, draw the pull cord tight and insert in the post sleeve. This makes sue that the pull cords do not get tangled in the net when it is being rolled up.
Step 8 - Ensure velcro is fastened through the bottom of the net to prevent tangling.
Step 9 - Bring two ends of net together, then roll it up and place in bottom of bag
Step 10 - Put feet into bag with ends facing in so they don't poke holes in bag
Step 11 - Zip up and put bag away.
CLUB LESSONS
Please see class descriptions below for more details.
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SPI LESSONSTo get involved with lessons, an individual must first take out a membership with SPI, www.saskatoonpickleballinc.ca/join. Within 24 hours, a welcome message will come from SPI with links to all program offerings, including lessons. The signup for these is through a program called SignUp Genius (SUG). We recommend that members create a SUG account for ease of use. Dates, times and fees for fall classes are announced in the weekly SUG signup and in SPI's newsletter. Classes tend to fill up quickly (first come ~ first served ~ no preregistration), so be prepared to sign up right at 7:00 PM.
SPI offers the following learning programs throughout the year:
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2025 OFFICIAL RULEBOOK
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Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating (DUPR)
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LESSON DESCRIPTIONS
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Did you know that SPI offers all new members one free Introduction to Pickleball Lesson? These are scheduled on Friday afternoons from 12:40 – 2:40 PM at Uptown Jack’s, located in the Saskatoon Kinsmen/Henk Ruys Soccer Centre (219 Primrose Drive, Saskatoon).
PLEASE NOTE:
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- Although the lesson is free, students will be responsible to pay the daily court fee of $8.00.
- Once you're a member, please sign in to SPI SignUp Genius Program and Just follow the link to “free lessons” to choose and register for your preferred date. If you want notification of an opening for an earlier date, please email Kam at [email protected] and leave your name, and cell phone number. Kam will get back to you if an earlier opening becomes available.
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“LEVEL UP”
A Program for Recreation/Novice Level Players Join others in this lively, multi-week “Level Up” Program where participants strengthen their foundational pickleball skills (ready, set, serve, receive and return) and get in depth instruction on the variety of pickleball shots and when to use them. “Level Up” with others in a fun and engaging program characterized by guided drills and game play. Player Level: Recreation/Novice Length: Four weeks Dates: To Be Announced Location: Uptown Jack’s Pickleball Complex, Saskatoon Soccer Centre, 219 Primrose Drive Fee: $60 for all four weeks plus daily court fee upon arrival |
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“TIMING, RHYTHM and the RIGHT SHOT”
A Program for Intermediate Level Players Learn six key elements that put you in a position to receive the ball properly so that you can execute your next shot with precision and control. Practise shots and ways to change and dictate the pace of the game. Work on shot execution during drills and game play while gaining a better understanding of shot choice, positioning and game strategy. Player Level: Intermediate Length: Four weeks Dates: Fridays, October 10, 17, 24 & 31 Time: 12:40 ~ 2:40 PM Location: Uptown Jack’s Pickleball Complex, Saskatoon Soccer Centre, 219 Primrose Drive Fee: $72 for all four weeks plus daily court fee upon arrival |
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"HIT ME WITH YOUR BEST SHOT"
A Program for Assessed Advanced Players “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” is a four-week program for Assessed Advanced Players. Lessons will focus on height, speed, spin, depth and direction of shots as well as decision making on whether to execute a dink, drop, drive or maybe a lob shot. Class focus will be on returning the ball with the right shot and court positioning for a solid defence and a winning offence. Each lesson has drills, as well as game play, with on-court coaches to guide participants offering both constructive advice and encouragement. All of this adds up to pickleball fun! |
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"TOURNAMENT PREPARATION PROGRAM"
Thinking about registering for tournament play, or maybe you have registered and need a few final pointers? Whether you’re a single registrant or registering as playing partners, being prepared is the best way to have a great experience and perform your best. To that end, SPI’s Player Development Team designed a Tourney Prep Program which is two three-hour sessions (6 hours total). Each session is an hour in the classroom followed by two hours on court playing reffed games with on-court coaching. |
DAY ONE: Classroom ~ partnerships, tournament formats, player eligibility, registration process, tournament rules, referee role, equipment. On court ~ will focus on defensive and offensive skills, how and when to use each.
DAY TWO: Classroom ~ mental preparation, pre-tournament preparation (day before, packing, morning of), game play tips for success. On Court ~ will focus on how you play as a team followed by game analysis (what went right, what could improve).
DAY TWO: Classroom ~ mental preparation, pre-tournament preparation (day before, packing, morning of), game play tips for success. On Court ~ will focus on how you play as a team followed by game analysis (what went right, what could improve).
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SUMMER DRILL AND PLAY SERIES
During the summer months, SPI holds two-hour clinics on a variety of topics. Players are able to sign up for each individual clinic as it is opened up in the weekly signup ~ Wednesdays at 7:00 pm (the week preceding the clinic). A few notes about the clinics:
CLINIC TOPICS 1: “GOTTA” DROP IT ...... How, when and where to drop a shot? Clinic will also focus on the value of deep serves and deep returns. 2: “OUGHTA” DINK IT ...... How to stay in a dink battle and win .... placement, speeding it up, lobbing from the kitchen, going from a dink to volley contest and back to dink. 3: “WANNA” DRIVE IT ...... Drive serve vs lob serve, drives down the line, middle and cross court, half and full court. Adding spin to your drive, being strategic, returning drives (deep and block). 4: “COULDA” LOBBED IT ...... How and when to lob (baseline, mid-court, NVL), returning a deep lob (drop, drive or lob), execuQng an overhead smash. 5: “GONNA” PLAY TOGETHER ...... Playing partners will have the opportunity to attend together, learn strategies and have their game critiqued by instructors. |
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Saskatoon Pickleball Inc. coaches have put together a few resources/handouts for students. We hope you find these useful as you work to improve your game!!
Round Robin Sheets (for 8 - 24 players inclusive) Pickleball Dynamic Warmup Suggestions Student Reminders Guidelines For Skill Assessment |
EQUIPMENT |
We would like to thank the following pickleball equipment sponsors who have contributed to our fundraising efforts. Please visit their websites for more information about equipment offerings.
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While we encourage you to buy from these local suppliers, equipment may also be found at several sports stores.
LEARN TO REFEREE |
Dexter Wyse and his team will be instructing a FREE six-week Referee Training Program beginning in March. Each session will include a brief introduction followed by live practice refereeing of your fellow referee students, manually keeping track of the score and common referee decisions made during a match.
Prior to the on-court training, students will need to review Pickleball Canada's PowerPoint training file for referees and the rulebook. Both are found within the Officiating page of the Pickleball Canada website linked at the bottom of this sign-up. Participants should take the online test for pickleball players. You can copy and paste this link into your browser and scroll down the page to 'Training'.
https://pickleballcanada.org/officiating/demo-officiating-program-information/
Reffing is a great way to get up close to the pickleball action during tournaments and give back to the sport we all love. With Provincials being held in Saskatoon at Uptown Jack’s this year, the tournament committee will be seeking many referees!
REFEREE TRAINING SPECIFICS:
Dates: To Be Announced
Location and Time: Uptown Jack’s
Cost: It’s Free
To register: Anyone interested must be (or become) a member of Saskatoon Pickleball Inc. and then register through SPI’s SignUp Genius Program - click here.
Inquiries: Please email Dex Wyse, [email protected]
Prior to the on-court training, students will need to review Pickleball Canada's PowerPoint training file for referees and the rulebook. Both are found within the Officiating page of the Pickleball Canada website linked at the bottom of this sign-up. Participants should take the online test for pickleball players. You can copy and paste this link into your browser and scroll down the page to 'Training'.
https://pickleballcanada.org/officiating/demo-officiating-program-information/
Reffing is a great way to get up close to the pickleball action during tournaments and give back to the sport we all love. With Provincials being held in Saskatoon at Uptown Jack’s this year, the tournament committee will be seeking many referees!
REFEREE TRAINING SPECIFICS:
Dates: To Be Announced
Location and Time: Uptown Jack’s
Cost: It’s Free
To register: Anyone interested must be (or become) a member of Saskatoon Pickleball Inc. and then register through SPI’s SignUp Genius Program - click here.
Inquiries: Please email Dex Wyse, [email protected]
LEARN ABOUT PICKLEBALL
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Pickleball Canada Organization is a premier site for everything Pickleball in Canada. On the HOME PAGE you can find recent news and links to information about the sport (rules, recreational and competitive play). There is also a wealth of information about coaching and officiating.
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The OFFICIAL RULE BOOK for pickleball can be found on this website, along with a PLAYER RATING SYSTEM. There is also information about IFP member countries and the Bainbridge Cup Tournaments.
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Like to watch You Tube videos? ... check out the Pickleball Channel. From basic and winning tips, to tournament videos and little snippets like "How to Stop Leg Cramps" .... the Pickleball Channel has it all.
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A group of 10-14 year olds from Fullers Library was doing a research project on "The Sport of Pickleball". They came across SPI's website and used some of our information. Anna (one of the youngest in the group) contacted us through her Librarian/Educator and suggested that we put this link on our website. THANK YOU ANNA!
The article gives a brief overview of pickleball, its history (the version that does not include "Pickles" the dog!), rules, techniques, safety and benefits for all ages. At the end of the article there are many useful links. To read the full article CLICK HERE
The article gives a brief overview of pickleball, its history (the version that does not include "Pickles" the dog!), rules, techniques, safety and benefits for all ages. At the end of the article there are many useful links. To read the full article CLICK HERE
