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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

Members can bring guests.

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
Winter Clinics
Drop-In Play
Summer League

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 ISession IIHoursMembersNon-MembersRegister
MondaysApril 7-May 12May 26-June 305:30pm - 7:30pm$240$300Register Here.
TuesdaysApril 8-May 13May 27-July 19:00am - 10:30am$240$300Register Here.
ThursdaysApril 8-May 13May 27-July 17:00pm - 8:30pm$240$300Register Here.

Youth Learn to Play Clinic
Instructor: Angela Spanakos

Youth LearnAgeSession ISession IIHoursMembersNon-MembersRegister
Tuesdays10-13April 8 - May 13May 27-July 15:00pm-6:00pm$180$240Register Here.
Wednesdays 7-9April 9 - May 14May 28 - July 24:30pm-5:30pm$180$240Register Here.
10-15April 9 - May 14May 28 - July 25:30pm-6:30pm$180$240Register Here.
Thursdays10-15April 10 - May 15May 28 - July 26:00pm-7:00pm$180$240Register Here.

Intermediate Clinic, Level 2.0 – 2.4
Drills, Skills & Play Clinic,
Instructor: Angela Spanakos

Level 2.0 – 2.4Session ISession IIHoursMembersNon-MembersRegister
MondaysApril 7- May 12May 26-June 307:00pm - 8:30pm$240$300Register Here.
ThursdaysApril 10- May 15May 29-July 310:30am - 12:00pm$240$300Register Here.

Instructor: Felipe Charry

Level 2.5 – 3.0Session ISession IIHoursMembersNon-MembersRegister
WednesdaysApril 9- May 14May 28-July 26:30pm - 8:00pm$240$300Register Here.

Advanced Clinic
Wednesdays Instructor: Felipe Charry
Thursdays Instructor: Felipe Charry and Fed Yanez

Level 3.0-3.5PurposeSession ISession IIHoursMembersNon-MembersRegister
WednesdaysPlay with the ProApril 9-April 30
(4 weeks only)
-8:00pm-9:30pm $100$140Register Here.
ThursdaysDrills & Skills April 10-May 15May 29-July 39:00am - 10:30am$100$140Register 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 – 2.0Session IIHoursMembersNon-MembersRegister
TuesdaysFebruary 25-April 111:00am - 12:30pm$240$300Register Here.

Youth Learn to Play Clinic
Instructor: Fed Yanez/Felipe Charry

Level 1.0 – 2.0AgesSession IIHoursMembersNon-MembersRegister
Wednesdays9-16February 26 - April 25:00pm-6:00pm$180$240Register Here.

Intermediate Clinic, Level 2.0 – 2.4
Drills, Skills & Play Clinic,
Instructor: Angela Spanakos

Level 2.0 – 2.4Session IIHoursMembersNon-MembersRegister
ThursdaysFebruary 27 - April 37:15pm - 8:45pm$240$300Register Here.

Instructor: Felipe Charry

Level 2.5-3.0Session IIHoursMembersNon-MembersRegister
ThursdaysFebruary 26 - April 211:30am-1:00pm$240$300Register 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 playersNovice players Ladies Only
Mondays8:30 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)--
Tuesdays5:00 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)
Fridays8:00 AM – 10:00 AM (2 Courts)10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (4 Courts)5:00 PM – 7:00PM (2 Courts)-
Sundays9:00 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

Social Events

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)

Pickleball Season Opening Mixer

Pickleball Courts

Saturday, May 10:  11:00AM-1:00PM

Meet the Pros

Federico Yanez
Racquet Sports Director

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.

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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
Racquet Sports Pro

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.

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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 Spanakos
Instructor

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.

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She is a PPR Certified Instructor Level 1.

Prerequisite 1

Jump in, submerge, resurface and swim 150 yards continuously, tread water for 2 minutes, and then swim 50 more yards. While swimming, you must keep your face in the water and demonstrate good breath control. You may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed. When treading, you must use only your legs.

Prerequisite 2

Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds. Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. Your face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed. Surface dive (head-first or feet-first) to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping your face at or near the surface. Swimming the distance underwater is not permitted. Exit the water without using a ladder or the steps.

This course follows a blended learning model, which combines online coursework with in-person sessions. You will receive an email from the American Red Cross with instructions for accessing the online course content. To get started, log in to the Red Cross Learning Center and from your home page, click on the class. Please plan to complete all of the assigned online course modules at least 2 days prior to the corresponding in-person session. The online course content (16 modules) is designed to be completed in approximately 6 hours, with each module taking between 15 and 30 minutes to complete. You may require more or less time to complete each module. I recommend beginning the online coursework as soon as possible to ensure that you are able to complete all of the assigned online modules in advance of the corresponding in-person sessions.

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