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Beginner Pickleball Strategy: 3 Quick Tips to Improve Your Game!
|Graham Thurgood
Starting pickleball can be both exciting and challenging, especially when you're up against more experienced players. To help you level up faster and enjoy the game even more, here are three key strategies every beginner should master. 1. Power Isn’t Everything It’s natural to want to hit the ball as hard as you can, but in pickleball, control beats power every time. Beginners who focus on power often hit balls out of bounds or into the net. Instead, prioritize accuracy and finesse. Here’s how: Master placement over force: Concentrate on... Read more...
Court Etiquette: Learn the Rules Before You Smash!
Court Etiquette: Learn the Rules Before You Smash!
|Graham Thurgood
If you're a beginner, one of the first things you need to learn (before you start smashing the ball around!) is the rules and etiquette of pickleball. Pickleball is more... Read more...
Why Is Pickleball So Noisy? A Deep Dive into the Sounds of the Game
Why Is Pickleball So Noisy? A Deep Dive into the Sounds of the Game
|Graham Thurgood
Pickleball has exploded in popularity, with courts popping up everywhere across North America. It’s fast, fun, and brings people together like few other sports can. But with this incredible growth... Read more...
Welcome to IPOP: Where Everyone Belongs
|Christopher White
IPOP (Inclusive Place Of Pickleball) is transforming how people experience one of North America's fastest-growing sports. Our mission is clear: to elevate pickleball globally through world-class facilities, expert instruction, and inclusive community building. What makes pickleball special? It's the perfect blend of physical activity, social connection, and pure enjoyment. While the sport continues to grow across all age groups, what truly sets it apart is its inclusive nature and ability to bring people together. At IPOP, we believe pickleball is more than just a game—it's a catalyst for positive change.... Read more...
Pickleball Conferences: What, When, and Where for 2025
Pickleball Conferences: What, When, and Where for 2025
|Graham Thurgood
  Pickleball isn’t just a game; it’s a booming industry redefining sports, recreation, and community engagement. As the fastest-growing sport in North America, pickleball has sparked a wave of conferences... Read more...
IPOP is Bringing Dedicated Indoor Pickleball to Burnaby and Penticton: A Game-Changer for BC!
IPOP is Bringing Dedicated Indoor Pickleball to Burnaby and Penticton: A Game-Changer for BC!
|Christopher White
If you’ve played pickleball in Canada, particularly in the Greater Vancouver Area, you know there’s a serious shortage of dedicated indoor pickleball courts. This challenge looms largest during the long Canadian... Read more...
Get Ready to Play: Meet Andrea Conti, Your Pickleball Warm-Up Expert!
Get Ready to Play: Meet Andrea Conti, Your Pickleball Warm-Up Expert!
|Christopher White
  Pickleball is all about fun, fitness, staying healthy, and friendly competition, but did you know that a proper warm-up is critical to keeping you injury-free in the game? That’s where Andrea... Read more...
Technology in Pickleball: How the Sport is Evolving Through a High-Tech Makeover
Technology in Pickleball: How the Sport is Evolving Through a High-Tech Makeover
|Christopher White
Pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in North America, is getting a high-tech upgrade! Technology has been quietly revolutionizing the game while you’ve been perfecting your dinks and smashes. From smart paddles... Read more...