Join In
Spond
All sessions are booked via the ‘Spond’ app, which is free to download from your Apple or Google/Android app store.
Once downloaded, to access Sheffield Pickleball sessions enter the code “JLWGF”
Here’s a quick glimpse of the process of booking a session.
Membership
We have an annual membership fee of £15 (only payable after a couple of taster sessions).
This fee helps us buy and maintain equipment; cover any admin and publicity costs; pay for insurance; and actively expand the club and create more opportunities for people to play.
Session Cost
Although different venues charge different hire fees, the club has a standard pricing system so as to not disadvantage any area in Sheffield in which the hall charge is higher.
All outdoor sessions range from free to £3.50
90 minutes sessions are £5
120 minute sessions are £6
Payments
All payments are made through the ‘Spond’ app which uses a company called ‘Stripe’ to process payments.
For the service, Spond app takes a transaction fee. For example, for a £5 session, Sheffield Pickleball Club will take £4.67.
Although this leads to a slight loss in revenue, as the club is run by volunteers, this is deemed the most time-efficient, simplest and transparent method.
Refunds
Currently we do not offer refunds for sessions or membership fees. This is because the organisation of the club is run through the app ‘Spond’, which does not process refunds. However, if the Club has to cancel a session due unavailability of a venue, lack of hosts to run the session, adverse weather, or any other reason, then the Club will reimburse people who have paid for the session.
Volunteer
If you’re interested in helping out, perhaps by running a session, please visit our Volunteer page.
Games and Competitions
Stocksbridge Friendlies
On an ad-hoc basis we play against Stocksbridge Pickleball Club. All Sheffield players are invited to play however recommend you have played a few times and understand the rules.
Pickle Royale!
We will soon be starting an inter-club ladder. All members are welcome to play. It will take place once a month, with 20 places available. It will be a competitive pickleball evening divided into abilities ranges.
First to 11
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