activities · 8
what they do
direct service · 7
- Collecting Community Feedback on Court Etiquette Managed Court-Based Recreation FacilitiesProvides an online form for community members to submit suggestions for pickleball court etiquette guidelines and recognizes these community-submitted suggestions on the website with the first name and last initial when permission is granted.
- Creating Instructional Content Recreational Sports Instruction ProgramsCreates instructional pickleball videos for both new and experienced players to enhance their skills and understanding of the game.
- Managing Court SchedulesMaintains an up-to-date online calendar for court schedules, which supersedes printed versions, and provides these schedules in four formats: Agenda View, Week View, Month View, and At-A-Glance, with the At-A-Glance view organized by skill level.
- Operating Pickleball Courts Managed Court-Based Recreation FacilitiesOperates 9 dedicated pickleball courts across 2 locations adjacent to Fountain Hills High School, providing equipment boxes with first aid supplies, guest forms, and balls at each court. The club also supplies yellow TOP and Dura Fast Pickleballs at both court locations during open lockbox hours.
- Organizing Pickleball Play Sessions Managed Court-Based Recreation FacilitiesOrganizes regular pickleball play sessions three to four times per week at nine local courts, six of which are lighted, promoting and teaching pickleball to individuals of all ages with an emphasis on sportsmanship, camaraderie, fun, and exercise.
- Providing Pickleball Instruction Recreational Sports Instruction ProgramsOffers pickleball lessons to members through certified and insured instructors, teaching strokes, strategies, and drills to improve player skills and endurance. These lessons are available for individuals and groups of 1 to 4 players during member open play sessions, with over 1,000 players instructed since 2015.
- Selling Merchandise Branded Apparel and Merchandise SalesOffers merchandise such as shirts, name pins, and sunglasses to club members through an online pro shop, generating revenue for club operating costs through a program that earns cash bonuses upon reaching sales goals.
capacity building · 1
- Supporting Community Organizations Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementSupports community organizations through volunteerism activities conducted by club members who act as representatives of the club.
strategies · 6
how they think
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- Alignment with National Standards and Rules Education rules_educationThe club ensures players understand and follow official pickleball rules by providing accessible rule summaries and deferring to USA Pickleball standards, promoting consistency and fairness in gameplay.
- Community-Centric Engagement and Etiquette community-driven_court_etiquetteThe club fosters a welcoming, inclusive environment by promoting shared court usage, positive social interactions, and community-driven etiquette, enhancing player retention and social cohesion.
- Digital and Data-Driven Member Support digital_accessibilityThe club enhances member experience and contextualizes growth by promoting digital accessibility (e.g., bookmarking schedules) and using national participation data to inform local engagement strategies.
- Member Affiliation and Recognition Strategy affiliation_and_promotionThe club strengthens member commitment and visibility by encouraging USA Pickleball membership, promoting the town as a pickleball destination, and recognizing competitive achievements in regional and national tournaments.
- Professional Instruction with Skills-Based Grouping professional-instructor-modelThe club delivers targeted player development by grouping participants according to skill level and providing instruction through certified, insured professionals who focus on strokes, strategies, and drills to improve performance and endurance.
- Strategic Partnerships for Access and Affordability community_recreation_partnershipBy partnering with the Fountain Hills Unified School District, the club secures shared facility access and aligns with town recreation goals, enabling affordable, sustainable programming within community infrastructure.
named programs · 2
what they call their work
Community Volunteerism
Supports community organizations through volunteer activities as representatives of the Fountain Hills Pickleball Club.
Pickleball Promotion and Teaching
Promotes and teaches the game of pickleball to individuals of all ages, encouraging sportsmanship and camaraderie through fun and exercise.
relationships · 14
who they work with
- Association of Pickleball Professionals Network — Source of national pickleball player estimates cited by the club.
- Emily Nelson Partner — Certified and insured instructor providing lessons to FHPC members.
- Fountain Hills High School Partner — Hosts pickleball courts on its campus and shares facilities with the club.
- Fountain Hills Unified School District Partner — Partner in providing affordable recreation and supporting the town strategic plan.
- GET WEB Get Going! Partner — Organization that powers the website
- Jim Valleskey Partner — Certified Pickleball Instructor providing lessons under the club's programming
- Jim Valleskey Partner — Certified and insured instructor providing lessons to FHPC members.
- John Kapinos Partner — Local club member who creates instructional videos for the club
- London Optics Partner — Merchandise partner providing sunglasses through the club's pro shop.
- Phil Sahag Partner — Local club member who creates instructional videos for the club
- USA Pickleball Network — Organization whose individual membership is encouraged among club members.
- USA Pickleball Network — References and adheres to the official rules and resources provided by USA Pickleball.
- USA Pickleball Partner — Partner organization for membership
- freeclipart.pw Partner — Provider of free clip art used on the site