Where can I learn to play?

To get started, you'll want to register for the Pickleball Academy. This is a one-night introduction to Pickleball. You'll learn the history of the sport, the four phases of a Pickleball point,  basic Pickleball skills, and how to keep score.  Paddles will be provided if you need one.

After you graduate from the Academy, you will join the D level play group. Learning doesn't stop after Academy, however. You'll find additional Player Development opportunities under the LESSONS, SKILLS, AND TRAINING menu. These sessions are offered for a modest fee and are offered throughout the year.

What about equipment?

You don't need much to get started in the sport:

• Court shoes (please no running shoes)
• Pickleball Paddle
  • Pickleball Central carries all major brands
  • Sporting good stores
  • Amazon
• The RRDPC provides indoor and outdoor balls for organized club play.

Do I have to be a member to play?

All Robson Ranch residents must join the Robson Ranch Denton Pickleball Club (RRDPC) in order to play on the indoor and outdoor courts 3 - 16 during club time and to participate in club activities. The cost to join is $30/year.  Join here

After Academy, when can I play?

You'll find plenty of play opportunities on both the inside and outside courts. Outdoor and Indoor schedules are posted under the FACILITIES tab and is organized by skill levels:  D through A. Casual group play is managed by the GroupMe app. This app is available at no charge in the app store.

Ratings Process/Advancement

When you graduate from the Academy, you will be rated a D and will be added to the D group for organized club play.  If you enjoy the game and work to advance your skills, there's a process for advancing to the next level. You can read more about the rating advancement process here.

RRDPC Pickleball Teaching Pros

Robson is fortunate to have several Certified Pickleball Teaching Professionals available for individual and group lessons. See the LESSONS, SKILLS, AND TRAINING REGISTRATION menu under PLAYER DEVELOPMENT.

Who's Who?

The club currently has over 900 members and growing! It's supported by countless volunteers who serve on the Board of Directors and numerous committees.

The club provides for great social play as well as high-level play for those seeking a competitive sport.  

Long-lasting friendships evolve through our outstanding club!

Additional Resources

Articles about the origins of pickleball and our

club.

Origin of Pickleball by World Pickleball

Federation

Pickleball Beginnings at Robson Ranch

Origin of RRDPC (Original)

Download our orientation pamphlet HERE.

Websites

Pickleball Central:  Quality Pickleball products and education videos

YouTube Pickleball Channel (subscribe free)

Apps

GroupMe App (all play levels and custom play groups use GroupMe for messaging. click HERE for tutorial)

Official Club GroupMe administrators are:

Jan Liedtke - Level D (Indoor)

Sherril Kerr - Level D (Outdoor at the Academy)

Joyce Condit - Level C (Indoor/Outdoor)

Joyce Condit - Level B (Indoor/Outdoor)

Joyce Condit - Level A (Outdoor)

See additional GroupMe play group opportunities under the PLAYER DEVELOPMENT>GROUPME GROUPS tab.