A player rating is a numerical measure of a player’s skill level and performance on the court. Ratings ensure fair, competitive, and enjoyable matchups by grouping players based on ability — regardless of age, gender, or playing background. While many of our Open Play sessions require a rating, we also offer opportunities such as clinics, private lessons, and select Open Play sessions that are open to all skill levels. There are 2 ways to qualify for a certain level of play at our club, 1) By obtaining an in-house player rating by being evaluated in a rating session by one of our staff members, or 2) By having a DUPR Rating with at least 40% accuracy.
If you don’t yet have a DUPR or Playground rating, our staff can provide one through a Player Ratings Session. Here’s how it works:
Review our Rating Descriptions (below).
Register for a 30-minute Player Rating Session here
Check in at the front desk when you arrive, and you’ll be directed to your court for evaluation.
This process gives you a clear starting point and helps you register for events and programs at the appropriate level. Once you have a Playground rating, you may request additional Player Rating reviews in the future to update your rating and receive feedback from our instructors. We also encourage all players to create a DUPR account for the most accurate rating.
The most widely used system in pickleball is DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating). DUPR provides accurate, real-time ratings by using algorithms that update continuously based on match results. It evaluates players on a 2.000 – 8.000 scale, ensuring consistency across age groups, genders, and locations.
You can easily download the DUPR app and establish your rating after entering just a few scores.
At The Pickleball Playground, we will accept DUPR ratings with at least 40% accuracy, which typically requires around 15 recorded matches (through tournaments or DUPR match play).
Creating a DUPR account is free — just start entering your scores and watch your accuracy improve with each match.
Playing casually with friends? Enter your results directly into the DUPR app.
Playing at The Pickleball Playground? Since we’re a DUPR Club, we can record your scores for you. Simply pick up a scorecard at the front desk, fill it out, and return it after your session.
Playing in one of our sanctioned tournaments? Your scores will automatically upload to DUPR.
You can also link your DUPR account to your Pickleball Playground profile for seamless tracking. Just open your profile in the Playground app, click “Link DUPR Account”, and follow the prompts. Your DUPR rating will always be displayed in your Playground account.
The Playground Partner Series is the perfect opportunity for you and your partner to get real competitive match play while preparing for your next tournament!
Build chemistry, work on strategy, and test your game against other teams in a fun but competitive environment. Partner Series events are hosted every Saturday and Sunday, giving you plenty of opportunities to get quality games in together.
Grab your partner and get signed up!
🎃 Dink & Smash Halloween Bash 👻
Come hang out with us October 23rd from 7–10pm for a night of pickleball, chili and Halloween fun!
And don’t skip the costume… best costume wins a FREE month of our Unlimited Fanatic Membership AND a new paddle! 🏓
October 23rd | 7–10pm
Register on the app or at the link below 👇
https://book.thepbplayground.com/programs/dink-and-smash-halloween-bash
In honor of Mean Girls Day… Happy October 3rd! 🏓💕
🎃 DINK & SMASH HALLOWEEN BASH 👻
Join us October 23rd from 7–10 PM for a Halloween night at The Pickleball Playground!
Come dressed in your best costume for a chance to win our Best Costume Prize, grab a bowl of chili for dinner, and hit the courts for plenty of pickleball!
Register on the app or use the link below to sign up!
https://book.thepbplayground.com/programs/dink-and-smash-halloween-bash
Three amazing years of pickleball, friendships, laughter and unforgettable memories. 🎉
Thank you to every person who has walked through our doors and become part of the Playground family. This community is what makes The Pickleball Playground so special, and we are so grateful to celebrate this milestone with all of you! 🧡
Ready to strengthen your soft game and play with more confidence at the kitchen?
Join Scott Black for Dink, Drop & Develop, starting Friday, September 25, from 5:30–7:30 PM. This clinic is designed to help you improve your dinks, master your drops and develop the skills needed to take your game to the next level.
📲 Register through The Pickleball Playground app!
