Fun, social, and beginner-friendly pickleball programs for kids and teens. Build skills, stay active, and enjoy time on court at Rideau Sports Centre.
Pickleball is easy to learn, fast-paced, and a great way for kids to stay active. Our junior programs focus on building confidence, improving coordination, and creating a positive first experience on the court.
With supportive coaching and a welcoming environment, players develop skills while having fun and making friends along the way.
We offer a variety of junior pickleball programs, each designed with a different focus, so you can choose what works best for your child.
Beginner
A fun introduction to pickleball for beginners. Players build confidence while learning ball control., footwork, teamwork, and safety in a safe and supportive environment.
Ages 5 to 8: Friday's | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages 9 to 14: Monday's | 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Beginner
Novice
Intermediate
A program for teens looking to develop their skills and play the game. Sessions focus on technique, consistency, and gameplay through a mix of drills, instruction, and match play.
Beginner/Novice: Saturday's | 10:00am - 11:00am
Intermediate+ : Saturday's | 10:00am - 11:00am
Beginner
A fun and active introduction to pickleball for families. Designed for one parent and up to two kids, this program focuses on basic skills like rallying, coordination, and movement through games and coach-led activities in a relaxed, social environment.
Ages 5 to 8: Saturday's | 9:00am - 10:00am
Ages 9+: Saturday's | 9:00am - 10:00am
| Session | Session Start | Session End | Registration Date |
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May |
May 19, 2026 |
May 31, 2026 |
March 19, 2026 |
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June |
June 1, 2026 |
June 28, 2026 |
March 19, 2026 |
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July |
June 29, 2026 |
July 26, 2026 |
March 19, 2026 |
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August |
July 27, 2026 |
August 30, 2026 |
March 19, 2026 |
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September |
August 31, 2026 |
September 27, 2026 |
July 7, 2026 |
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October |
September 28, 2026 |
October 25, 2026 |
July 7, 2026 |
We have programs for children as young as 5 years old.
We use a skill-level system ranging from Novice to Advance. Use our Level Self-Assessment Tool to determine your level.
RSC Pickleball staff reserve the right to remove/move players from an Open Play, Drop-In, Program, or League if they do not belong to the proper level.
To register for a tennis or pickleball program, you must have an account with a credit card on file. You can set this up directly on the RSC website: https://rsc.clubautomation.com.
Registrations can be completed through our mobile app, website, or at the Front Desk.
For tips on how to register, watch these tutorial videos:
Visit our Policies page to view all program policies.
If the program or league you want to join is full, contact us at 613-749-6126 or info@rideausportscentre.com to be put on the waitlist.
Participants should bring their own racquet and wear appropriate athletic attire and non-marking athletic shoes. Tennis or athletic shoes are strongly recommended for better performance, stability, and injury prevention. Don’t forget to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated!
In the event of rain during outdoor tennis or pickleball programs, coaches will make the call whether the program will run or not. If the class is cancelled due to rain within the first half of the class, a full credit will be applied. In the case of rain cancellation after the halfway point of the class, no credit will be issued.
Make-up sessions are not available for missed classes.
There are plenty of parking options nearby:
RSC Lot A (Donald Street, closest to the river): 12 spots
RSC Lot B (closest to North River Road): 26 spots
City of Ottawa angled parking along Donald Street (3-hour limit): 42 spots + 3 accessible
Strathcona Park Lot (short walk across the Adawe Bridge): 34 spots + 1 accessible
City Lot at 400 North River Road: 78 spots + 4 accessible
Additional free street parking is available on North River Road and nearby side streets.
RSC also has bike racks that can accommodate up to 75-80 bikes.
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