New to Pickleball or an Experienced Player new to Tellico Village? Either way, WELCOME to the Tellico Village Pickleball Club!

* If you are an Experienced Player, please see guidance at the bottom of this page.

Our introductory class gives new players a basic understanding of the game and provides them with the skills necessary to play. The classes are free, and we provide all the necessary pickleball equipment.

The class is open only to Tellico Village Property owners or residents. 

Orientation consists of two sessions on a Monday and Wednesday evening.  Orientation is offered twice a month on the first and third Mondays and Wednesdays of the month, both held at the Wellness Center pickleball courts. These are required for new players. 

At the end of the final session, you will be assigned a skill level based on observations of your play by the volunteer instructors and a lead instructor.

• Sign up for the New Player Orientation Class by going to the Tellico Village Facility Scheduling webpage:  Select “Wellness Pickleball Courts.” then “Wellness Pickleball Orientation.” IMPORTANT:  Registration opens exactly 8 days prior to the desired date.  For example, if you are registering for Monday, July 21 at 6pm, registration will open on Sunday, July 13 at 6pm (exactly 8 days to the hour).  Choose your desired date (only available dates will appear) and complete the requested information. Be sure to click “Complete Reservation.”
• Shorts, a t-shirt and good court shoes (no running shoes) are suggested. Do remember to bring water, especially on hot days.
• Please wear a name tag if you have one.

Once you have completed orientation, view the “AFTER ORIENTATION VIDEO” below to learn how to access the court schedule and how to quickly and easily get involved with play.

                                     AFTER ORIENTATION VIDEO

If you have prior Pickleball experience, email the Evaluations Director with your name, email, phone number, and current rating (if you have one). 

The director will assess your play and give you a designated placement so that you will be playing with players at your level. Our Skill Assessment page explains the rating system.