Play
Reservations can be made online or at the front desk and may require advance booking and a fee. Simply put, a court reservation gives you control over when, and with who, you play. Every court is equipped with PlaySight SmartCourt cameras for video replay and analytics.
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Guaranteed access during your selected time
Easy planning with friends or teammates
No waiting or rotating like open play
Ideal for private games, practice sessions, or lessons
Private Court Reservations
A court reservation lets you book a pickleball court for a specific date and time, reserved just for you and your group. No waiting, no rotating in, just guaranteed court time.
Member Court Reservations
Standard memberships include three (3) waived court fees. These waived fees allow the member to reserve a court at no cost to themselves. All other players on the court are responsible for their individual court fees.
Guest Court Reservations
Guests may book private court reservations at any time. Court reservations are charged on a per-person basis. The guest fee is $12.50 per person, per hour, with a minimum of four (4) players required per reservation.
Open Play
All Level Open Play: Open Play is a great way to enjoy pickleball without having to plan ahead or bring a group.
Just sign up, show up, and play!
Players of all skill levels, from beginner to advanced, are welcome. We offer at least two dedicated courts available all day for open play.
Challenge courts are available Saturday and Sunday mornings on 1–2 courts during Open Play.
Guest Rate: $15 for 2 hours
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Level-Based Open Play
Level-Based Open Play allows 3.5+ level players to compete with others at a similar skill level, creating more consistent and competitive games.
Participation requires either:
- A DUPR score that reflects the level you wish to play at, or
- An official rating from one of our coaches, which will be entered into our system
Guest Rate: $15 for 2 hours
Lessons
Whether you're brand new to pickleball or ready to sharpen your game, In A Pickle offers lessons for every skill level. Our experienced instructors help players of all ages build confidence, improve technique, and play smarter on the court.
Choose from private lessons, group clinics, or beginner sessions all held on our top-notch courts in the Finger Lakes. You'll learn the fundamentals, refine your shots, and enjoy a fun, social way to stay active. All courts feature PlaySight SmartCourt cameras so coaches can use video replay and analysis during your sessions.
Join the pickleball community in Canandaigua and start playing better today.
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Ben Davis
Pickleball Coach
Ben’s journey in racket sports began on the tennis courts, where his talent and work ethic led him to compete at the collegiate level for Mercyhurst University. Ben taught tennis and pickleball at the prestigious Hollywood Golf Club in Deal, New Jersey, where he developed a reputation for clear communication, high-energy sessions, and ability to adapt to all levels.
Ben has played pickleball recreationally and competitively for over eight years, building a deep understanding of the sport’s strategy, movement, and mindset. He holds a career-high DUPR rating of 5.835, and his achievements on the court include 2 gold medals, 1 silver, and 2 bronze on the Canadian APA circuit. He has also competed in two PPA Challenger Series tournaments, reaching the quarterfinals in one and advancing to the round of 32 in another.
Pat O'Hara
Pickleball Coach
After 33 years teaching PE and coaching in Canandaigua, Pat found a new passion: pickleball. She has been playing since 2017, winning medals in New York and Florida, with a career-high DUPR of 4.3. Pat loves the game and can't wait to share her passion on the court.
Jose Derisi
Visiting Pro, May 16 Training Event
Jose Derisi, a top-5 player in the world in his class, returns to In A Pickle on May 16 for another training event. Learn more about Jose at josesogood.com.