Pickleball

Out & Out, Canada’s largest 2SLGBTQIA+ outdoor and social activities club, is delighted to provide quickly expanding offerings for pickleball players here in Toronto.

We provide beginner-friendly offerings (such as our coached Learn-to-Play series), friendly recreational open play, and space for intermediate players who want to improve their game with the guidance of expert coaching.

We are very proud to be sponsored by HEAD, Canada's premier racquet equipment company.
 

New Program Alerts

Want to be notified for new programs as we launch them? Sign up for our new program alerts! We are actively working on securing more space.


 

2026 Summer Program (May - September):

Registration for our summer season is now open.

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New to Pickleball? Learn to play with our coached Introductory Series!

New to pickleball, or only played a few times? This is the kickstart you're looking for! Learn the game in a friendly environment, with our wonderful coach, Sarah Graham! Sarah will take you through the basics of the game over a fun three week intro series.

Dates To Be Announced - Based on Demand
3 weeks with Coach Sarah - $36.49 registration fee

All sessions will be at Rosedale Park (near Mt. Pleasant & Roxborough.) Parking and a city bike station are available; biking is easier than transit, but there are bus stops nearby.


 

All Levels - Ladder

We will have six courts and a timed games/ladder format, to keep folks playing with others at a similar skill level throughout the evening.

Joining Out & Out Pickleball

Out & Out is a vibrant organization serving the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Toronto and beyond. We've been around since 1985, and we're stronger than ever. A yearly membership fee of $40 provides you with access to over 400 events a year, from camping and hiking, to kayaking and game nights, and now... pickleball! We also have run Jamboree, a week-long adult summer camp in Haliburton, for 35 years.

To join Out & Out Pickleball, you must become a member of the organization. You can do that at any time through the membership link, here.

Once you are a member, you can join any of our pickleball sessions, on a space available basis.

 

Let's Keep Our Players Safe

To maximize safety and smooth operations on the pickleball courts, we request that you follow a few guidelines. Thanks to the TGPA for sharing their well-vetted guidelines with us!
 

1. Do not back up (backpedal) on the court. It is much safer to turn and move sideways.
    
2. Do not run into other active courts when playing your ball.
    
3. Do not chase your ball through other active courts if it gets away from you. Call “BALL ON” so people are aware that a ball might be underfoot and wait for others to return the ball. Raise your hand or paddle so they know where to return the ball.
    
4. When retrieving a loose ball, identify whose ball it is before returning it. Look for players waving at you. Do not just roll, kick or flick the ball out of your way. Make eye contact and, with ball in hand, throw or hit it back (in the air) to the player identified. When possible return the ball behind the courts.
    
5. Stop play immediately if a loose ball comes on your court, or behind it. Shout “BALL ON”. Wait for the ball to be safely returned. Then replay your rally.
    
6. When going to and from a court, be aware and stay well clear of other active players and courts. If you must cross a court in play, wait for the rally to end and get the attention of the players. Walk together as a group to minimize disruption.
    
7. Keep yourself well hydrated.

Recommended gear:
 

• Tennis/court shoes - these provide the safest stability for the quick directional changes we make in pickleball.
   
• Protective eyewear - if you wear prescription glasses, these are sufficient for pickleball; otherwise, it is strongly recommended that you protect your eyes as these are one of the most common serious injuries in pickleball. Regular safety glasses are inexpensive and adequate - glasses marketed for pickleball are 3-10x the price.

A Dash of Pickleball Etiquette :)

• Use the bucket system as intended to rotate players, and change partners each game. (The system will be explained.)
   
• At the beginning of the game introduce yourself, if you are not familiar with your partner or players.
   
• Be patient and encouraging of less skilled players.
   
• Always thank your opponents and your playing partner when the game is over.