Come play America's fastest-growing sport, pickleball!
It's fast, fun, and a great workout.
Whether you’re a seasoned pickleball player or interested in trying it out, Riverdale Y is your spot for pickleball play. We’ve got drop-in play scheduled throughout the week and a beginner’s clinic to get you started if you’re new to the game.
Drop-In Pickleball
Drop-in during open Pickleball sessions at Riverdale Y througout the week.
Pickleball Clinic
This clinic will be focused on teaching the basics and strategies of the sport. Over ten sessions, 90 minutes each, we will cover the fundamentals of pickleball including:
- The paddles & balls
- How to DINK the ball
- How & where to serve
- Rules of the game
- Boundaries of the court
- How to keep score
- Strategies of play
Near the end of each session, we play a game!
Don’t have a paddle? Not a problem! Paddles will be provided. If you have your own paddle, you’re encouraged to bring it.
Meet The Instructor
Meredith Denton was an avid padel player when living overseas and began playing pickleball during the pandemic. Since then, she has expanded her involvement with the sport to include teaching in after-school programs, organizing league play, and providing private lessons across New York City. After all these years, Meredith is known for delivering high-quality instruction and for creating an encouraging environment for players of all skill levels. Off the court, she enjoys cheering on her children’s sports teams and attending performances at the Metropolitan Opera.
