Open Play
Join the Fun: Open Play at YYC Pickleball!
Welcome to YYC Pickleball
Curated Open Play
The perfect blend of recreational pickleball and community connection. Crafted for challenge and community.
Our open play is designed to give everyone the chance to grow their game as fast as their social networks.
Open Play Sessions
Early Bird
Monday - Friday
9am - 11am
Power Nooner
Monday - Friday
12pm - 2pm
Night Hawk
Friday - Sunday
8pm - 10pm
Weekend
Saturday - Sunday
8am - 10am
Times are subject to change. Please check the calendar for the most up-to-date schedule.
Open Play Protocol
Applies to ALL Open Play, including Senior’s, Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, Early Bird, Power Nooner, Night Hawk, etc.
When arriving at facility, sign in at front desk and write your name on the whiteboard in the next available numbered slot
All sessions will run a ROUND ROBIN format – each player plays with a different partner and against a different pair of opponents
Games are played up to 11, win by 2
Depending on the session, the number of courts available for open play, and the total number of players, there may be “byes” — meaning some players will sit out each round. These byes will rotate every round robin to ensure fairness for all participants
All games are timed to 12 minutes – in that time, you can play 1 game, 2 games, 3 games, etc….you play until the timer goes
When timer is up, EVERYONE comes off the courts, looks at the next round robin line to see what number they are playing with, and on what court – and you head off to that court, the timer starts, and the next set of games begin
This round robin process repeats itself throughout the session, to ensure fair play time for everyone. Use the round robin sheets corresponding to the number of players signed up on the whiteboard.
Open Play Rating Policy
Applies to ALL Open Play, including Senior’s, Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, Early Bird, Power Nooner, Night Hawk, etc.
1. No Playing Up
Players cannot participate in open play sessions that are above their current verified rating.
Each level is designed to maintain a consistent level of play, and allowing players to "play up" undermines that quality and fairness.
2. Playing Down – Family Member Exception Only
Players may play down to a lower level only if:
They are playing with a family member, and
The lower-level group is comfortable with their participation (staff must ask before allowing it).
Open Play Behavior Policy:
YYC Pickleball Open Play is designed to be inclusive, fun, and social. Players attending a session below their verified skill level must adjust their style of play accordingly. Competitive or aggressive behavior will not be tolerated and may result in removal from the session.
