Pickleball 2 25/26


Group Description :
Pickleball is an indoor or outdoor racket/paddle sport where two players, or four players, hit a perforated hollow polymer ball over a 34 inch-high net using solid-faced paddlesThis game is the fastest growing sport in the US and is expanding over here. We first started playing in January and have a great group of very enthusiastic players ! You will join a whatsapp group and PLEASE NOTE THAT TO JOIN THE GROUP YOU MUST HAVE FULL U3A MEMBERSHIP each week there will be an invitation to play at a set time.. New members can use a u3A bat for the first few sessions and then you will need to purchase your own racket ... Dont worry that you dont know how to play.....we will coach you...and its very easy !
Group Contact and Session Information :

Group Status : Closed for Applications
Venue : Biddulph Leisure Centre, Thames Dr, Biddulph, Stoke-on-Trent, ST8 7HL      Show Map
Venue Information


Physical AccessUpdated April 2025
No steps or ramp, automatic door, provides disabled access for regular activities
Toilet FacilitiesAccessible toilets, space for wheelchair user to slide across, grab rails, washbasins at suitable height, alarm cord present.
Bus Route / Accessible Parkinga) public transport within 50m
b) car parking within 50m, 6 disabled spaced 10m from entrance, 
Accoustic FeaturesHearing loop installed with instructions, 
Room DetailsChairs do not have arms, room is well lit
Kitchenrefreshments are available
Fire safetyAll Congleton u3a fire safety requirements are met
defibrillator information and first aid kit
SecurityEmergency phone number 01782 515005
Easting/Northing : 388899/358029
Frequency : Fridays for 41 sessions until 10th July 2026
Applications to join can be made from Tuesday 19th August 2025 at 10:00
The Closing Date for Applications is Tuesday 10th March 2026
Time of Session : 10:00 to 12:00
Attendance Cost : £15.00 Per Term
Group Meeting Dates :
Friday 10th April 2026 Friday 17th April 2026 Friday 24th April 2026
Friday 1st May 2026 Friday 8th May 2026 Friday 15th May 2026
Friday 22nd May 2026 Friday 29th May 2026 Friday 5th June 2026
Friday 12th June 2026 Friday 19th June 2026 Friday 26th June 2026