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Travel team—Ages: 7–high school seniors
Our youth pickleball programs allow students ages 7–high school seniors to discover a sport that builds confidence, community, and lifelong healthy habits. The Michigan Youth Pickleball Association introduces middle and high school students to one of the fastest‑growing sports in the country—offering them a fun, positive, and supportive environment to learn, grow, and belong.
The goal of our program is to
- Develop coordination, focus, and fundamental movement skills
- Build teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence
- Stay active in a low‑pressure, high‑fun sport they can enjoy for life
- Find a place to connect with peers and feel part of a community
Program highlights
What to expect
- Weekly practices—skill development, drills, rules, and match preparation.
- Tournament season: January–May, 2026
- Events held every other week at clubs across Michigan.
- Statewide competitions—travel to venues in Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, Northville, Auburn Hills, and more.
Who can join?
Youth players of all experience levels—beginners welcome and new athletes may join even after the season has started.
| Ages: | 7 years to high school seniors |
| Practice: | Monday–Friday: 4:30–6 p.m. |
| Cost: | $144 |
Get involved
For program details and registration information, contact: Greg Root at @email or call (269) 387-0410.
Sessions
| Session II | 2/23–4/6 |
| Session III | 4/13–5/18 |
Michigan Youth Pickleball Association
The Michigan Youth Pickleball Association (MYPA) is a Michigan‑based nonprofit organization was created in the summer of 2025.
This organization exists to serve young pickleball players across Michigan by providing a structured community, events, and opportunities to develop in the sport. The association is focused on building a youth pickleball community, including leagues, tournaments, and social opportunities
Intro to Junior Pickleball
Spring 2: April 29–June 3
This course introduces students to the fast-growing sport of pickleball. Designed for beginners, this class focuses on building fundamental skills, understanding rules, and sportsmanship in a fun and supportive environment.
Students will learn proper grip, stance, serving techniques, forehand and backhand strokes, volleying, and basic game strategy. Emphasis will be placed on footwork, communication, teamwork, safe play and most of all, FUN! Paddles will be provided.
Cost: $96 members and guests
| Ages: | Practice: |
| High school | Wednesday: 4–5 p.m. |
| Middle school | Wednesday: 5–6 p.m.. |
| 2–5 grade | Wednesday: 4:30–5:30 p.m. |
Register with the WHAC app, at the front desk or by calling (269) 387-0410.
WHAC Youth Summer Pickleball Camp
| Ages | 7 years–HS senior |
| Days | Monday–Thursday |
| Time | 9 a.m.–noon |
| Cost | $144 members and guests per week |
Join us for a fun and active week of pickleball! This camp is perfect for beginners and experienced junior players looking to improve their skills. Campers will learn the fundamentals of serving, dinking, volleys, court positioning, and game strategy through drills, games, and match play.
Players will be grouped by age and/or skill level to ensure a positive and challenging experience for everyone.
Come learn, play, and have fun on the court!
Registration
Register with the WHAC app, at the front desk or by calling (269) 387-0410.
Camps dates:
| Dates: |
| June 8–11 |
| June 22–25 |
| July 13–16 |
| July 27–30 |
| Aug. 10–13 |
| Aug. 24–27 |