Contact Info

For information on tennis classes and programs, contact Andrew Valett.

Pickleball

The Glencoe Park District offers indoor and outdoor pickleball courts throughout town. We also offer pickleball workshops and match play programs each season. Click on the program guide to see this season's schedule.

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Location Courts Available Court Details
Weinberg Family Recreation Center 6 A pickleball surface is installed on the main rink, available April 22-October 31. Make a reservation
West Park 4 Temporary nets are available seasonally, the first Monday in March through the first Monday in December. Make a reservation
Shelton Park 2 Temporary nets are available seasonally, the first Monday in March through the first Monday in December. Make a reservation
Takiff Center 3 Indoor open pickleball play is available during the winter months. Check our calendar for specific availability.

Outdoor courts are available daily, 7 AM-8 PM. Users must abide by Park District Conduct Ordinance 700.

Pickleball Courts in Our Parks

Outdoor nets are installed seasonally, from the first Monday in March through the first Monday in December. 

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Court reservations are accepted April 1-October 31. To make a court reservation click here. To learn more about permit requirements, contact Shannon Stevens.


Private Lesson Permit

Residents must call (847) 835-3030 to obtain a permit for private lessons on the courts.

Weinberg Family Recreation Center 305 Randolph Street, Glencoe

Outside of the ice season, the main rink at Weinberg Family Recreation Center serves as a pickleball hub, featuring six courts with a distinctive sports court surface designed for pickleball. The courts are open daily, April 22-October 31, from 7 AM to 8 PM.

Court usage is limited to one hour if other players are waiting. Priority is given in the following order:

  • Park District Programs
  • School District Programs
  • Advanced Reservation Play/Lessons
  • Open/Drop-in Play

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Other Info

The Pickleball Courts are for pickleball use only. All other games/activities are prohibited. Alcohol, smoking, glass containers, biking, skating, and all other sport activities are prohibited. Pets are not allowed on the courts. Please respect our neighbors. Users must abide by Glencoe Park District Conduct Ordinance 700

Private Lesson Permit

Residents must call (847) 835-3030 to obtain a permit for private lessons on the courts.

We have three indoor pickleball courts available for use in the Takiff Center Gym during the winter months. Open Pickleball is available for adults, aged 30+. Maximum of 16 players.

  • Fee: $8 Resident / $10 Non-Resident

Please note, cash is not accepted at the Takiff Center. Fees may be paid with credit cards. Check our event calendar below for specific availability.

December 8 - 14, 2024

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Court Permits

Residents and instructors are required to purchase a permit if they wish to teach private/semi-private lessons on Park District courts. This is limited to 3 or fewer students. The permit requires an annual fee for the season. Instructors must provide an approved Certificate of Insurance. Court reservations are required to guarantee court time. Permits are required April 1-October 31. To purchase a court permit, contact Andrew Valett.


Court Reservations

Court reservations are accepted April 1-October 31. To guarantee a court time, you can make a reservation up to seven days in advance.

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Court Usage

Court reservations are accepted April 1-October 31. To make a court reservation click here. To learn more about permit requirements, contact Andrew Valett. Court priority is given in the following order:

  • Glencoe Park District and District 35 programs
  • Advance reservation play/permitted lessons
  • Resident drop-in play
  • All other play

Please note, in order to prolong the life of the nets, outdoor nets in the parks will be taken down on the first Monday of December and re-installed on the first Monday of March.


Learn the basics of pickleball with our expert instructors! We'll work on movement, balance, and hand-eye coordination. Games accompany fun activities to help develop techniques and tactics.

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