New to Pickleball? Start With an Intro to Pickleball Class at RECS

Pickleball Made Easy for Beginners

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the US, and our beginner Intro to Pickleball class is the easiest way to start. Classes run at RECS in Clackamas, Camas, and Tualatin, and one of our pro pickleball instructors teaches each one. You don’t need any experience, and we’ll lend you a paddle.

Beginners learning to play in an Intro to Pickleball class at RECS
Four checkerboard-patterned pickleball paddles with wiffle balls on a sports court.

What You’ll Learn in Your Intro Class

Our Intro to Pickleball class covers the basic mechanics and shots you need to start playing: serves, ground strokes, volleys, and dinking. We’ll also go over how scoring works and the kitchen rule (the no-volley zone by the net), so you can step into your first game feeling confident.

Who It’s For

The class is for true beginners, people coming back after a break, and anyone who’s played tennis or another racquet sport and wants to learn the pickleball basics. You’re welcome to come on your own, since plenty of people do and leave with new playing partners.

What to wear

Wear a comfortable tee or tank with athletic shorts or pants. For safety and performance, non-marking court shoes are required. You don’t need to buy a paddle yet, because we’ll have one for you.

Non-marking court shoes for pickleball
Players at a RECS pickleball intro class

Our Vibe

We’re all about being good sports and having a good time. Come ready to make some friends, learn pickleball, and have fun. Our instructors are happy to answer any questions.

Upcoming Intro to Pickleball Classes

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Clackamas

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Clackamas
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Camas

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Camas
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Tualatin

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Tualatin
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Tualatin

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Tualatin
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Clackamas

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Clackamas
CLINIC BeginnerIntro to Pickleball
25
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Camas

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Camas
CLINIC BeginnerIntro to Pickleball
25
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Tualatin

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Tualatin
CLINIC BeginnerIntro to Pickleball
25
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Tualatin

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Tualatin
CLINIC BeginnerIntro to Pickleball
25
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Clackamas

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Clackamas
CLINIC BeginnerIntro to Pickleball
25
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Clackamas

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Clackamas
CLINIC BeginnerIntro to Pickleball
25
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Camas

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Camas
CLINIC BeginnerIntro to Pickleball
25
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Tualatin

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Tualatin
CLINIC BeginnerIntro to Pickleball
25
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Camas

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Camas
CLINIC BeginnerIntro to Pickleball
25
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Camas

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Camas
CLINIC BeginnerIntro to Pickleball
25
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Tualatin

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Tualatin
CLINIC BeginnerIntro to Pickleball
25
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Clackamas

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Clackamas
CLINIC BeginnerIntro to Pickleball
25
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Tualatin

Intro to Pickleball for Beginners

Tualatin
CLINIC BeginnerIntro to Pickleball
25
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Your First Class: What to Expect

Here’s a sneak peek into your Intro to Pickleball Class.

Get there 10 minutes before class to grab a paddle, fill your water bottle, and stretch courtside. You’re welcome to watch the other players, but please don’t walk through anyone’s game.

Everyone needs a shirt and non-marking court shoes. Comfy athletic clothes are perfect, and you don’t need anything fancy.

Pickleball is low impact, but you know your body best. Take breaks and drink water whenever you need to.

Pickleball Beginner FAQ

No. We provide paddles for the Intro class.

You’ll need non-marking court shoes. Running shoes with black soles can mark the courts.

Yes. Most people do, and you’ll be paired up in class.

Move on to First Serve, Guided Beginner Play, or our 2.0–2.5 Round Robins to keep building your game.

RECS pickleball courts