Pickleball
Pickleball is taking Vaughan by storm — and we’re here for it! New to the sport? Seasoned competitor? Just pickleball-curious? There’s a way for everyone to get in on the fun. Discover everything you need to play, learn and connect with Vaughan’s growing pickleball community.
What is pickleball?
Pickleball is an emerging sport experiencing a popularity boom in Canada. Pickleball is a paddleball sport, combining elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis. It is played with a paddle and a wiffleball (a plastic ball with holes) on a badminton-sized court with a slightly modified tennis net. It can also be played on a tennis court with line painting modifications. The sport can be played as doubles or singles and is enjoyed by all ages and skill levels.
Contact Us
Vaughan City Hall, Level 300
2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.
Vaughan, ON L6A 1T1
For facility-related inquires:
Facilities and Parks Delivery
Email: service@vaughan.ca
For programming-related inquires:
Recreation Services
Email: rec@vaughan.ca
FREE Learn-to-Play Pickleball Clinics
We’re excited to bring you an elevated pickleball experience! We’ve teamed up with Elevation Athletics, our new partner set to deliver a fresh, high-quality learn-to-play experience for adults (18+) starting in Spring 2026. But you don’t have to wait until then to get in on the action. You can register for a free learn-to-play pickleball clinic (for both beginner and intermediate players) and experience Elevation Athletics’ engaging, instructional approach firsthand. If you're new to the sport, this is the perfect starting point to learn the game and meet other players. These clinics are hands-on, skill-building lessons led by expert instructors. Spaces are limited! Register below!
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Elevation Athletics is a not-for-profit organization helping Canadians get up and get active through quality sport and recreation programs across the country. They are excited to partner with the City of Vaughan to bring fun, inclusive and engaging pickleball experiences to the community.
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Learn to Play Pickleball
Ready to learn the game everyone’s talking about? Our registered weekly learn-to-play pickleball programs are designed for beginners (kids, youth (coming soon!), adults, older adults), helping you build confidence, master the fundamentals and discover just how fun this sport can be. Programs are available fall, winter, spring and summer!
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Pickleball Summer Camps
Serve, rally and play your way through summer! Our pickleball camp combines skill-building, teamwork and fun, helping kids learn game fundamentals while building confidence on and off the court. Summer camp program offerings come online in February.
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Drop-in Pickleball Play
Drop in for casual play at community centres across Vaughan and join fellow players in structured rotational play. View locations and schedules below and register now with your PerfectMind account up to seven (7) days in advance of the desired timeslot (up to four (4) days in advance for non-residents).
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To ensure fair play and maximize everyone’s time on the court, a four-on, four-off paddle rotation system is in place during drop-in pickleball play. Here’s how it works:
- After each game, all four players leave the court and place their paddles in either the “Winners” or “Runners Up” bucket, depending on the game’s outcome.
- New players add their paddles to the end of the line when they arrive.
- Staff on-site will rotate players in by pulling paddles in the order they were placed into the buckets, alternating between the two to keep games moving and court time fair for everyone.
This system aims to reduce court wait times and encourages friendly matchups between players of all levels. Proper footwear is encouraged, and friendly sportsmanship is expected. Whether you’re new to the sport or a seasoned regular, everyone is welcome.
Along with this system, here a few reminders to help ensure everyone has a positive experience on the courts:
- Play fair and rotate courteously: Our drop-in format means sharing court time so everyone gets a chance to play. Please be mindful of game rotations and make space for new players.
- Respect your fellow players: A little encouragement and good sportsmanship go a long way in keeping the game enjoyable for all skill levels.
- Communicate kindly: Friendly discussions are always welcome, but let’s keep the tone positive and respectful.
To keep our courts enjoyable for everyone, we ask all participants to follow facility guidelines and our Code of Conduct (PDF), which is posted in our community centres as a reminder of the shared expectations for a welcoming and respectful environment. If you have any concerns, our staff are always happy to assist. Let’s continue to grow our pickleball community in a way that reflects the spirit of the sport — inclusive, respectful and fun for all skill levels.
Outdoor Dedicated and Shared-use Courts
There are currently 21 outdoor locations and 44 courts across Vaughan to enjoy pickleball on a first-come, first-served basis. Find a court near you:
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- LeParc Park, located at 172 Connie Crescent
- Carrville Community Centre, located at 65 Thomas Cook Ave.
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- Chatfield District Park, located at 100 Lawford Rd.
- Dufferin District Park, located at 1441 Clark Ave.
- George Stegman Park, located at 460 Aberdeen Ave.
- Giovanni Caboto Park, located at 75 Matthew Dr.
- Maple Community District Park, located at 101 McNaughton Rd.
- Maxey Park, located at 199 Willis Rd.
- North Thornhill District Park, located at 300 Pleasant Ridge Ave.
- Ohr Menachem Park, located at 55 Autumn Hill Blvd.
- Promenade Green Park, located at 25 Carl Tennen St.
- Rainbow Creek Park, located at 5450 Highway 7
- Rosedale Park North, located at 350 Atkinson Ave.
- Rose Mandarino Park, located at 80 Greenpark Blvd.
- Sonoma Heights Community Park, located at 100 Sunset Ridge
- Southview Park, located at 1 Southview Ave.
- Sunset Ridge Park, located at 535 Napa Valley Ave.
- Torii Park, located at 50 Torii St.
- Wade Gate Park, located at 151 Wade Gate
- Woodbridge Highlands Park, located at 51 Thompson Creek Blvd.
- York Hill District Park, located at 330 York Hill Blvd. *Closed for construction. Please visit Vaughan.ca/parks for more information.
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- Two shared-use pickleball courts at Nashville Park, located at 639 Barons St.
- Four new dedicated pickleball courts at York Hill District Park, located at 330 York Hill Blvd.
About Vaughan’s Pickleball Study
Pickleball continues to grow across Vaughan, and the City is expanding opportunities to play. Following the City’s Pickleball Study conducted in 2021–2022, which included extensive community feedback, new shared-use and dedicated pickleball courts have been introduced across the city, with more on the way. Using the findings, the City identified key sites to retrofit existing tennis courts for shared use, while planning for dedicated pickleball courts to meet increasing demand.
Questions? Email the Parks Infrastructure Planning and Development department at service@vaughan.ca or call Service Vaughan at 905-832-2281.
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The Pickleball Study was conducted to evaluate the feasibility of expanding pickleball facilities in Vaughan, including both shared-use and dedicated courts. The study examined community demand, potential sites and design standards to guide future development. The process included:
- A public survey to identify preferences for court design and location (Feb. 19 – March 15, 2021).
- Pilot sites established on selected tennis courts for shared use (2021).
- Public feedback sessions to gather input on player experience and site amenities (2021).
- Final report summarizing findings and recommendations for future expansion (2022).
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- Phase 1: Public survey (Completed Q1 2021)
Residents shared input on preferred locations, design features and court types. Read the full results of the survey (PDF). - Phase 2: Pilot implementation (Completed Q2–Q3 2021)
Shared-use courts were introduced at select tennis facilities for the 2021 playing season. - Phase 3: Monitoring and feedback (Completed Q3–Q4 2021)
City staff collected user feedback to inform future planning. - Phase 4: Findings and recommendations (Completed Q2 2022)
Council approved next steps, including dedicated courts at Carrville Community Centre and Le Parc Park.
- Phase 1: Public survey (Completed Q1 2021)
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The findings from the Pickleball Study have informed the Tennis and Pickleball Strategy, which was endorsed by Council in March 2025, and will continue to shape how the City plans and delivers racquet sport facilities across Vaughan. Recommendations from the study were also integrated into the Community Spaces Plan (an update to the City’s 2018 Active Together Master Plan) which will guide the long-term development of parks, recreation and library facilities. The plan is expected to go before Council in January 2026.