How many of you play pickleball? And how many of you LOVE pickleball?!
I discovered this fun and social sport about four years ago—before then, I hadn’t even heard of it! My boyfriend suggested we try it, and I was curious, so we found a local community training course, signed up, and learned how to play. At that time, we didn’t know anyone else who played, so we weren’t sure if this hobby would stick. Spoiler alert: it certainly did! And if you haven’t yet played pickleball, you should give it a try!
Our Pickleball Journey
That first summer, we played outdoors at our local pickleball courts in what we call City Park. Back then, finding an open court was easy. But as we kept playing, we met other beginners and even got to introduce new players to the game!
Fast forward a year, and the courts were twice as busy! We continued improving, making new friends, and enjoying the sport. That winter, an indoor pickleball club opened, and we started a fun Monday night couples’ group—playing games and going out to dinner afterward.
Today, pickleball is a year-round passion for us! We even played in our first tournament last year and hope to play more in the future.
Why You Should Start Playing Pickleball
If you haven’t tried pickleball yet, here’s why you should:
- It’s the “friendliest sport” – My favorite thing about pickleball is how welcoming and social it is! You will definitely make new friends!
- It’s FUN! – Whether you’re competitive or just playing for exercise, you’ll have a blast.
- It’s addictive! – Once you start playing, you won’t want to stop.
- It’s for all ages – Never underestimate someone’s pickleball skills and abilities!
- It comes with its own jokes – you’ll hear plenty of laughs about “staying out of the kitchen!”
Give Pickleball a Try!
I truly believe pickleball will bring a smile to your face—and if nothing else, it’s a great way to stay active and meet new people. So grab a paddle, find a court, and join the fun!
Let me know in the comments below if you have tried pickleball and what you love about the sport!
P.S. Pickleball is also a great reason to wear your cute athletic skirts! I live in skorts in the summer and can’t wait to get back to the warmer weather to break them out again! Here are a few athletic skirt/skort options I’ve been loving lately:
- PINSPARK Pleated Tennis/Golf/Pickleball Skirt/Skort
- PINSPARK Double Ruffle Tennis/Golf/Pickleball Skirt/Skort
- G4Free Women’s Tennis/Golf/Pickleball Skirt/Skort
- MCEDAR “Lululemon Dupe Skirt” Athletic Tennis/Golf/Pickleball Skirt/Skort
Disclaimer: I’m not a licensed therapist, medical professional, nutritionist, or fitness expert. The thoughts and tips shared here are based on my own experiences and are meant for general inspiration. Always consult a qualified professional if you need personal or nutritional advice or support.
