Pickleball
Come join the Pickleball craze and learn how to play America’s fastest growing sport!
Overview
This fun racquet sport combines elements of tennis, platform tennis and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite materials to hit a perforated polymer ball (like a wiffle ball) over a net.
The IC has 4 state-of-the-art outdoor pickleball courts for our members and their guests. The courts are located in the rear of the property behind the tented pavilion.
Please wear proper court shoes and athletic clothing.
Court Reservation Policy
- Members may reserve courts up to 48 hours in advance using the online system.
- Players: You must enter the name of each individual in your party with a minimum of two players.
- Reservation: Reservations are for members only.
Court Availability
Guest fee
$15 /per person.
*For members only
Learn the basics
Learn the basics or enhance your skills! All clinics are taught by a certified pickleball instructor.
Please click on the link to below to refer to our self rating system.
Lessons &
Clinics
Clinics
Spring Clinics
Learn the basics or enhance your skills! All clinics are taught by a certified pickleball instructor.
Learn to Play, Level 1.0 – 2.0
Instructor: Angela Spanakos
Level 1.0 – 2.0 | Session I | Session II | Hours | Members | Non-Members | Register |
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Mondays | April 7-May 12 | May 26-June 30 | 5:30pm - 7:30pm | $240 | $300 | Register Here. |
Tuesdays | April 8-May 13 | May 27-July 1 | 9:00am - 10:30am | $240 | $300 | Register Here. |
Thursdays | April 8-May 13 | May 27-July 1 | 7:00pm - 8:30pm | $240 | $300 | Register Here. |
Youth Learn to Play Clinic
Instructor: Angela Spanakos
Youth Learn | Age | Session I | Session II | Hours | Members | Non-Members | Register |
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Tuesdays | 10-13 | April 8 - May 13 | May 27-July 1 | 5:00pm-6:00pm | $180 | $240 | Register Here. |
Wednesdays | 7-9 | April 9 - May 14 | May 28 - July 2 | 4:30pm-5:30pm | $180 | $240 | Register Here. |
10-15 | April 9 - May 14 | May 28 - July 2 | 5:30pm-6:30pm | $180 | $240 | Register Here. | |
Thursdays | 10-15 | April 10 - May 15 | May 28 - July 2 | 6:00pm-7:00pm | $180 | $240 | Register Here. |
Intermediate Clinic, Level 2.0 – 2.4
Drills, Skills & Play Clinic,
Instructor: Angela Spanakos
Level 2.0 – 2.4 | Session I | Session II | Hours | Members | Non-Members | Register |
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Mondays | April 7- May 12 | May 26-June 30 | 7:00pm - 8:30pm | $240 | $300 | Register Here. |
Thursdays | April 10- May 15 | May 29-July 3 | 10:30am - 12:00pm | $240 | $300 | Register Here. |
Instructor: Felipe Charry
Level 2.5 – 3.0 | Session I | Session II | Hours | Members | Non-Members | Register |
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Wednesdays | April 9- May 14 | May 28-July 2 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm | $240 | $300 | Register Here. |
Advanced Clinic
Wednesdays Instructor: Felipe Charry
Thursdays Instructor: Felipe Charry and Fed Yanez
Level 3.0-3.5 | Purpose | Session I | Session II | Hours | Members | Non-Members | Register |
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Wednesdays | Play with the Pro | April 9-April 30 (4 weeks only) | - | 8:00pm-9:30pm | $100 | $140 | Register Here. |
Thursdays | Drills & Skills | April 10-May 15 | May 29-July 3 | 9:00am - 10:30am | $100 | $140 | Register Here. |
Winter Clinics
Learn the basics or enhance your skills! All clinics are taught by a certified pickleball instructor.
Learn to Play, Level 1.0 – 2.0
Instructor: Angela Spanakos
Level 1.0 – 2.0 | Session II | Hours | Members | Non-Members | Register |
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Tuesdays | February 25-April 1 | 11:00am - 12:30pm | $240 | $300 | Register Here. |
Youth Learn to Play Clinic
Instructor: Fed Yanez/Felipe Charry
Level 1.0 – 2.0 | Ages | Session II | Hours | Members | Non-Members | Register |
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Wednesdays | 9-16 | February 26 - April 2 | 5:00pm-6:00pm | $180 | $240 | Register Here. |
Intermediate Clinic, Level 2.0 – 2.4
Drills, Skills & Play Clinic,
Instructor: Angela Spanakos
Level 2.0 – 2.4 | Session II | Hours | Members | Non-Members | Register |
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Thursdays | February 27 - April 3 | 7:15pm - 8:45pm | $240 | $300 | Register Here. |
Instructor: Felipe Charry
Level 2.5-3.0 | Session II | Hours | Members | Non-Members | Register |
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Thursdays | February 26 - April 2 | 11:30am-1:00pm | $240 | $300 | Register Here. |
Drop-In Play
Drop-In Play is for MEMBERS ONLY. There is no charge for this.
Please self-rate yourself and play within your level:
- Advanced (3.5 +);
- Intermediate players (2.5 – 3.4);
- Novice players (1.5 – 2.4)
Advanced | Intermediate players | Novice players | Ladies Only | |
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Mondays | 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM (3 Courts) | 10:00 AM -11:30 AM (4 Courts) | - | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (3 Courts) |
- | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (2 Courts) | - | - | |
Tuesdays | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (2 Courts) | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (4 Courts) | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (3 Courts) | - |
6 :00 – 7:00 PM (4 courts) | - | - | - | |
Wednesdays | 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM (3 Courts) | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (4 Courts) | - | - |
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM (3 Courts) | - | - | - | |
Thursdays | - | - | 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM (2 Courts) | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (3 Courts– 1 Court Starts at 10:30 AM) |
Fridays | 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM (2 Courts) | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (4 Courts) | 5:00 PM – 7:00PM (2 Courts) | - |
Sundays | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (3 Courts) | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM (4 Courts) | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (2 Courts) | - |
Drop-In Play does not include instruction and is not intended for players who are new to the game. If it is your first time playing pickleball or you have very little experience, please book an introductory private lesson or attend a beginner clinic before coming to open play.
**Please wear proper court shoes and athletic clothing.
Summer League
For the third year in a row, the IC will have teams participating in the Fairfield-Westchester Pickleball League.
Team matches are Saturdays at 3:00pm either HOME or AWAY at local clubs. This year the outdoor season league matches will start approximately mid-May.
If you are interested in participating, please e-mail fed@italiancenter.org
New Player Pickleball & Pizza
This is a free event for members.
Thursday, October 17: 6:00PM-8:00PM
Spooky Dinks & Drinks
Wear a costume! Best costume wins a prize!
Friday, October 25: 6:00PM-8:00PM
$25/per person (includes drinks & pizza)
Meet the Pros

Prior to joining the IC, Federico was the Director of Racquets Sports at Morristown Field Club where he started and built a successful program for tennis, platform tennis and pickleball. Previously, Federico spent five years at the Bronxville Field Club in Mount Vernon, NY, as the Assistant Director of Racquets Sports.
In addition, he has worked at various clubs in the Westchester area implementing new ideas, programs and projects that have increased member participation and attracted new members.
As a player, Federico was a top-ranked junior tennis player in Argentina. At 13 years old, he moved to Miami where he competed in the highest level junior tournaments.
As an adult, he played in the Men’s Open and ITF professional tournaments. Currently, he is ranked #63 in the nation with his partner for platform tennis. After giving the professional experience a try, he developed a love of coaching and he now channels his passion and knowledge of the game into teaching his students.

Felipe Charry is a tennis coach from Bogotá, Colombia, with over 10 years of experience coaching players of all ages and skill levels. He also has over 6 years of experience at the collegiate tennis level, competing in Texas and Tennessee. Felipe previously served as the Head Coach at Carson-Newman University, where he led and managed both the Men’s and Women’s tennis teams.
Felipe is passionate about helping players improve their game and achieve their goals on the court. He encourages players to have fun and enjoy the sport while offering quick, practical tips to improve their tactics.
He believes tennis is more than just a game—it’s a lifelong skill that can be enjoyed at any age.
In addition to coaching, Felipe is actively involved in the business management and finance operations of the racquet sports program at the IC, supporting the club’s growth beyond the court. He is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Global Business, further expanding his expertise in the international sports industry and finance.

Angela has a love of participating in sports ranging from pickleball, racquetball, and softball, to cycling, soccer, and running, and has competed in many biathlons and half marathon. She has attended clinics with Pickleball Pro Catherine Parenteau, Level Up Pro Justin Umbs, and Pro Zorano Tubo. Angela has garnered medals in several CT tournaments and enjoys sharing the joy of pickleball to others through teaching and playing.
She is a PPR Certified Instructor Level 1.
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