Discover the Fun of Pickleball Every Wednesday at Sports Basement San Ramon!

by The Rama Mehra Team

Looking for a fun and engaging way to stay active around the San Ramon area? Look no further! Sports Basement San Ramon invites you to experience the excitement of pickleball every Wednesday at the Garden Center.

Why Pickleball?

Pickleball is a fast-paced, low-impact sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. It’s easy to learn, making it perfect for players of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just looking for a new hobby, pickleball offers a fantastic way to get moving and meet new people.

Benefits of playing reacquet sports according to Harvard:

A recent study published by the British Journal of Sports Medicine highlights the benefits of six different types of exercise in reducing the risk of early death. The research looked at activities such as racket sports, swimming, aerobics, cycling, running, and soccer, involving 80,306 participants aged 30 to 98. Over nine years, those who played racket sports regularly were 47% less likely to die from any cause and 56% less likely to die from cardiovascular disease.

Simple Instructions for Playing Pickleball

Serve: The game begins with an underhand serve from behind the baseline, diagonally to the opponent's service court. The serve must be hit in the air and not bounced first.
Double Bounce Rule: After the serve, each team must let the ball bounce once before volleys (hitting the ball before it bounces) are allowed.
Scoring: Points are only scored by the serving team. Games are typically played to 11 points, and a team must win by 2 points.
Volleys: Volleying is allowed after the double bounce rule is observed, but players cannot volley in the "kitchen," a 7-foot area on either side of the net.
Faults: A fault occurs if the ball is hit out of bounds, doesn't clear the net, is volleyed from the kitchen, or is not allowed to bounce once on each side before volleys are initiated.

Come join the fun and make new friends while enjoying the fastest-growing sport in America. See you on the courts!

Event Details

When: Every Wednesday from 11:30am to 7:00pm

Where: Sports Basement San Ramon’s Garden Center

Address: 1041 Market Place, San Ramon, CA 94583

Contact: (925) 498-6130

No reservations needed! Simply show up and play. They offer free 30-minute pickleball paddle demos and open court time for 30 minutes per session. If there's no one waiting, feel free to extend your game time!

What SB Offers

Free Paddle Demos: Try out different paddles to find your perfect match.
No Reservation Required: Drop in anytime during our Wednesday hours.
Extended Play Time: Play longer if no one is waiting for a court.
Activity Waiver: Must be filled out prior to playing. It only needs to be completed once.

For those looking to reserve courts for group play, there is a free 2-hour reservations offer for groups of 4 or more players. To reserve, click here.

Amenities Include: