Pickle Me Queer – Queer Pickleball in Philly

Our Values

Inclusion Equal access to opportunities and resources for people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized to play pickleball.
Accessibility Designing a pickleball community in which all people are able to enjoy the benefits of the sport experience.
Safety Ensuring everyone feels and is both physically and psychologically cared for.
Fun As queer people, this is a place to show up as ourselves to play, compete, make new friends, and have fun.

Be respectful of the community: We are building a queer-centered group and we want to ensure the safety and joy of this group.
Be respectful of all players: Be a good sport (win or lose), be honest, fair, and be conscientious of everyone's experience.
Be here and be queer: We are here first and foremost to have fun, so don't be a sour pickle!

Do I need my own paddle?: Nope! We have loaner paddles available at Kingsessing sessions. Awbury sessions have limited loaner paddles available.
Do I need to know how to play?: Not at all. We welcome complete beginners and are happy to teach you the basics.
Is this only for LGBTQ+ people?: We're a queer-centered group, but community members are absolutely welcome.
Do I need to sign up in advance?: Nope, just show up! Hosts make a final call on weather-related cancellations up to an hour before scheduled play — we do our best to keep this site updated, but please check our socials to be sure 🙏
How much does it cost?: It's completely free! Our sessions are community-organized at public courts.
What should I bring?: Just yourself, water, and comfy shoes you can move in. Awbury sessions have limited loaner paddles available. Kingsessing Recreation Pool is a quick walk from the courts and open from late June, so bring a swimsuit if you want to cool off after!

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