Reserve a Private Pickleball Court at Dunbar Recreation Center
To guarantee the availability of an indoor court, we recommend you rent a court. The fee is $30/hour per court. Court reservations are online only, and payment in full is due at the time of reservation. Courts can be reserved 21 days in advance and up to 24 hours before the start time of the reservation. No cancellations. Balls and nets will be supplied; please bring your own paddle. Contact customer service for any questions at 847.566.0650.
Court Rental Availability: Monday–Thursday, 9 am– 2 pm (dependent on the schedule for other programming in the Dunbar gymnasium.)
Pickleball Lessons
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Adult Beginner Pickleball (Ages 18+)
This class is for those who have never played pickleball before or who have very limited experience with the sport. It will focus on pickleball basics such as forehand and backhand shots, serving, and court positioning. Players will also learn scoring and the rules of the game through drills and playing time. The slower pace of this class will give players the opportunity to develop the skills needed to play this fun and energetic game. All equipment will be provided. Led by Park District Staff. (6 wks)
| Prog | Day | Date | Time | R/NR |
| 0614.22.2 | M | May 6-Jun 17 | 5:30–6:30 pm | $69/85 |
| 0615.22.2 | W | May 8-Jun 12 | 10-11 am | $69/85 |
| 0616.22.2 | M | Jul 8-Aug 12 | 5:30–6:30 pm | $69/85 |
| 0617.22.2 | W | Jul 10-Aug 14 | 10-11 am | $69/85 |
| No class on May 27 | ||||
Intermediate Pickleball (Ages 18+)
This class is for intermediate players who have some experience and want to move at a faster pace to improve their basic shots and strategy. Players will participate in challenging drills to work on consistency in forehand and backhand shots, serving, volleying, dinks and lobs. All equipment will be provided. Gameplay-oriented learning. Led by MPRD Staff.
| Prog | Day | Date | Time | R/NR |
| 0618.22.2 | M | May 6-Jun 17 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $75/90 |
| 0619.22.2 | W | May 8-Jun 12 | 11 am-12 pm | $75/90 |
| 0620.22.2 | M | Jul 8-Aug 12 | 6:30-7:30 pm | $75/90 |
| 0621.22.2 | W | Jul 10-Aug 14 | 11 am-12 pm | $75/90 |
| No class on May 27 |
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LifeSport Libertyville Pickleball (Ages 18+)
Learn the rules of pickleball, basic techniques, shots and strategies through drills and mock play situations. Organized match play supervised by a pro. Players will rotate partners and have multiple matches during two hours of play.
Held at Lifesport Athletic Club, 1030 S. 4th Avenue, Libertyville, IL 60048
Pickleball 123
Pickleball clinic: Learn the rules of pickleball, basic techniques, shots and strategies through drills and mock play situations.
| Prog | Day | Date | Time | Wks | R/NR |
| 0908.22.1 | M | Apr 22-May 13 | 11 am-12 pm | 4 | $100 |
| 0909.22.1 | Tu | Apr 23-May 14 | 11 am-12 pm | 4 | $100 |
| 0910.22.1 | Th | Apr 25-May 16 | 9-10 am | 4 | $100 |
| 0911.22.1 | M | May 20-Jun 3 | 11 am-12 pm | 3 | $75 |
| 0912.22.1 | Tu | May 21-Jun 4 | 11 am-12 pm | 3 | $75 |
| 0913.22.1 | Th | May 23-Jun 6 | 9-10 am | 3 | $75 |
Pickleball 456
Pickleball clinic: Learn the rules of pickleball, basic techniques, shots and strategies through drills and mock play situations.
| Prog | Day | Date | Time | Wks | R/NR |
| 0923.22.1 | 18+ | M | May 6-Jun 3 | 12-1 pm | $125 |
| 0924.22.1 | 18+ | Tu | May 7-Jun 4 | 1-2 pm | $125 |
| 0925.22.1 | 18+ | Th | May 9-Jun 6 | 10-11 am | $125 |
Pickleball Match Play
Pickleball league: Organized match play supervised by a pro. Players will rotate partners and have multiple matches during two hours of play
| Prog | Day | Date | Time | Wks | R/NR |
| 0932.22.1 | 18+ | Tu | May 7-Jun 4 | 9-11 am | $65 |
| 0933.22.1 | 18+ | Th | May 9-Jun 6 | 10 am-12 pm | $65 |
