Pickleball
The pickleball hype has also reached the Netherlands!
At Sportcentrum VU we now have the facilities to play this simple and accessible racket sport, but above all very fun game!
Pickleball is a combination of badminton, table tennis, tennis and padel. It is mainly played 2 against 2. Compared to, for example, tennis and padel, the sport has other characteristics that make the sport grow so fast. The speed of the ball is about a third of a tennis ball. The court is about a third of a tennis court. And unlike a tennis racket, the "paddle" has no strings, making it easier to hit the ball. This combination makes the sport extremely accessible. With pickleball anyone without a background can immediately play a nice game.
We will start offering Pickleball in the sports hall on Tuesday, September 9. Various courts will be set up for playing. You can play from 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
If you are not yet very familiar with the sport, we still invite you to come. We have found a very experienced player who is happy to provide explanations and guidance, namely the Dutch pickleball champion: Pim Huberts.
You do need a valid membership, but you can buy a day pass or participate if you have an all-in membership.