Events
We host a variety of events to build community and camaraderie among us. Let’s Connect!
The Dayton Pickleball Foundation is collecting your unused pickleball paddles for instructional classes in the Phys Ed programs in Dayton & Northridge public schools. Your donated paddle will help equip our team of vetted volunteer instructors in school Physical Education classes, help homeschooled students earn PE credits @ Rec Centers and give many school kids a chance to learn a new skill.
We’ll Breathe New Life Into That Old Paddle!
Pickleball Paddle Roundup
Bring paddles to the front desk at the following locations:
- Quail Run Tennis Center
- Kettering Tennis Center (KTC)
- The Pickle Lodge in West Chester
Senior Learn-to-Play Sessions
Are you age 55+?
The Dayton Pickleball Foundation and USA Pickleball have partnered with the Dayton Recreation Department and the Area Agencies on Aging to offer a Learn-to-Play program for Seniors at NO COST!
Tap on the items below to learn more about our 2025 sessions:
Dakota Center
33 Barnett Street
(Mondays at 9:00-10:00 am)
March 17
March 24
March 31
April 7
Northwest Rec Center
1600 Princeton Drive
(Wednesdays at 9:00-10:00 am)
March 19
March 26
April 2
April 9
Greater Dayton Rec Center
2021 W. Third St.
(Fridays at 9:00-10:00 am)
March 21
March 28
April 4
April 11
INSTRUCTORS NEEDED
If you know the rules, the game fundamentals, and how to have fun on the court, we need your help in bringing this great sport to places that have never been exposed to the game. Please contact USAPickleball Ambassador Anthony Forrest Jr. to start the process. [Note: The Rec Centers require a background check for all volunteers. This will be done at no cost to you.]
Kettering Holiday at Home Parade
This Labor Day, pickleball lit up the streets of Kettering! On Monday, September 2, 2024, USA Pickleball Ambassador Jerry Poff rallied local players to showcase the fastest-growing sport in America during the Holiday at Home Parade.
- Players proudly wore pickleball shirts, medals, and playful antennae headbands
- The group marched with an American flag bearer and a bagpipe player
- A bold USA Pickleball banner led the way
- Parade-goers clapped, cheered, and shouted “Pickleball!” all along the route
Successful DPF Fundraiser!
Where?
Joui Wine, 117 East Third Street, Dayton
When?
August 7, 2024
What?
Our very first fundraiser brought together pickleball supporters from all over the Miami Valley. Guests enjoyed great company, raffles, and wine all while helping advance our mission.
IMPACT
$2,000 raised through tickets & raffles
$850 raised through direct contributions
