We have 6 dedicated pickleball courts with lights for play until 10pm. (2 courts were added in 2019!)
The courts are located at Central Park on Atlantic Blvd. There are public restrooms and a water station available.
Players are welcome to come to scheduled group play for their appropriate skill level.
If you are not sure of your skill level, refer to the IFP Ratings Chart.
Effective 8 May 2020 - The pickleball courts are OPEN!! However, all scheduled group play times are suspended until further notice - per City of Fernandina Beach Parks and Recreation Department.
Schedule of Group Play and Clinics (updated 13 March 2020)
Day Time Level of Play
Sunday 3 - 4pm Beginner Play (Rating levels 1.0 to 2.5)
Sunday 4 - 6pm Social Play - Rating levels 3.0+ with challenge court
Monday 8 -10am Women's Open Play (all levels)
Monday 4 - 6pm Rating levels 3.5+ with challenge court
Tuesday 8 - 10am Rating Levels 3.0, 3.5+
Tuesday 10 -12pm Rating Levels 2.0, 2.5 & 3.0
Wednesday 4 - 6pm Rating Levels 3.0, 3.5+ with challenge court
Thursday 8 -10am Men's Open Play (all levels)
Friday 8-10am Rating Levels 3.0, 3.5+
Friday 10 -12pm Rating Levels 2.0, 2.5 & 3.0
Saturday No Scheduled Group Play
Pickleball Lessons and Clinics were suspended effective 13 March 2020
Questions regarding this topic may be directed to:
Nan Voit, Parks & Recreation Director, 904-310-3350,
Rod Gibson,Director of Tennis & Pickleball, at 904-8916927 or rodgibsontennis@gmail.com
Courtesy of Play
-
Respect other players.
-
Introduce yourself at the beginning of the game.
-
Stay positive and encouraging.
-
Be willing to play with all players of all levels.
-
Demonstrate sportsmanship always.
Court Etiquette
1. Players are encouraged to come to scheduled play for your skill and ability level. Experienced Beginners (can serve & keep score) are welcome at Social Play. Intermediate and Advanced Play is competitive and aggressive and will be overwhelming for beginner players.
2. Enter and exit the court using the correct gates. Gate A on the east end for courts 5 & 6. Gate A on the north side for courts 1 & 2. Gate C for court 3. Gate D on the west side court 4.
3. Avoid crossing courts when entering and exiting.
4. When your game ends – exit the court promptly.
5. When entering a gate to get to your court, do so promptly and remember to close the gate behind you.
6. Avoid chasing balls into other courts while other games are in play.
7. If you are playing and see a ball go onto your opponents' court, yell LET or BALL. Let’s be safe on the courts!
8. Pay attention when you are waiting for which players are up next. Notice where your paddle is in the queue and be ready to go when it is your turn.
