Abbotsford Pickleball at Jubilee Park

 It has been a long time since I updated this blog. I have been busy with other things and I play pickleball outdoors even during this difficult pandemic time. I have cut my own hair for 15 months since the lockdown and I hope to go back to my hair salon soon. I have not eaten inside a restaurant since last March and only eat takeout and homemade foods and I have only been to the dentist once because of the pandemic. I wear my mask and gloves when I go shopping. I sanitize everything like pickleball paddle and balls and even my car's sterling wheel, keys and doors. It seems to be a crazy time nowadays. The Covid restrictions are gradually easing and hopefully things will get back to normal soon.

ARC is open for indoor Singles Pickleball with advance booking for only one hour.  Outdoor pickleball at Jubilee Park in Abbotsford is busy everyday with players enjoying the outdoor play.  Most are advanced and intermediate players but a lot of new players are learning this new sport. 

Yesterday I taught a young couple the rules and scoring and they learned very quickly after one game. They are competitive tennis players so they played extremely well. I also played with a new player who has played tennis for 50 years so he also played very well. It is surprising how many tennis players are now playing pickleball and enjoying it. Most people enjoy to play pickleball outdoors in order to get some exercise during this pandemic period since outdoor is safer than indoor play. It is so nice to meet new and old friends and enjoy the fresh air, sunshine and nice breeze outside. 

10th ARC Christmas Pickleball Potluck Party

10th ARC Christmas Pickleball Potluck Party with about 60 players. We enjoyed so many delicious foods: appetizers, devilled eggs, shrimps, pizza, samosa, finger foods and desserts. Thank you to Gerry, Phyllis and carol singers from Chilliwack Pickleball playing and singing Christmas carols for us. It was a wonderful fun time together!

Pickleball Websites and Books

Pickleball Websites
www.chillpb.com Chilliwack area info places to play in Chilliwack area
www.pickleballbc.ca BC info - join for free, find places to play in BC. tournaments
www.pickleballcanada.org  Canadian Pickleball info
www.usapa.org USA and world info

Beginners
Beginning Basics of Pickleball 3 short beginner videos on basics
https://youtu.be/xEYsymCtIDY (a must watch before you begin playing)
Wall drills broken into Beginner,
https://youtu.be/DSEzQBRh35M Intermediate, Advanced

More Information
The following 2 instructors are 5.0 skill level, great for beginners & advanced players
Deb Harrison youtude videos 20+ short training videos
www.youtube.com/channel/UCyhmm99XaLz9t-gHxiHBv-g/videos
Sarah Ansbury youtube videos 15+ short training videos
www.youtube.com/channel/UCHuN2VCgXnwESfgmDTF-Ldg/feed

Great Books – amazon / ebay
Smart Pickleball by Prem Carnot - the pickleball guru (163 pages)
Pickleball Fundamentals by USA Pickleball Association with Mary Littlewood (159 pages)

Just published: History of Pickleball - More Than 50 Years of Fun!  Available on Amazon.com Paperback $24.95 by Jennifer Lucore  (Author), Beverly Youngren  (Author)

2018 USAPA Nationals

Nationals $75,000 Prize Money Breakdown

2018 USAPA Nationals pays equal across the board regardless of age and gender. Each open (under age 50) and senior open (50+) singles, mixed doubles and gender doubles players were paid the same for 1^st through 4^th place finishes.

1st place = $2,250
2nd place = $1,300
3rd place = $750
4th place = $400

Note: prize money total is actually $75,200!

ARC Gym Closures Aug 31 to Sept 14, 2018

There will be no pickleball in ARC from August 31 to September 14 because it is scheduled to resurface the wooden surface of Gym 1 and Gym 2.  Players can play pickleball outdoors in Jubilee Park in Abbotsford.   The swimming pool and Multi Purpose room 1 (exercise room) at ARC will also be closed for annual maintenance.

55+ BC Games Sept 11-15, 2018

55+ BC Games

Kimberley/Cranbrook

Sept 11-15  

Pickleball: Kinsmen Arena   

For more information:  https://www.55plusgames.ca

Pickle in the Park 2018

Pickle in the Park 2018
08/18/18 - 08/19/18
Jubilee Park, Abbotsford, BC 
Results: http://pickleballtournaments.com/

Canadian Indoor Pickleball Championships, Chilliwack, B.C. May 18-20, 2018

Canadian Indoor Pickleball ChampionshipsFri 05/18/18 thru Sun 05/20/18 Landing Sports Cente, 45523 Spadina Ave, Chilliwack, BC Upwards of $7500 in prize money. Up to $1,000 per team for OPEN Gold Winners Saturday night social in our hospitality room with live music by Steve Elliott as Elvis.  Food and alcohol available. Proceeds to Chilliwack Hospice Society 14 Indoor courts with Orange lines.  No confusion as to which lines are for pickleball. Kick off of the tournament includes our Local Mayor Sharon Gaetz and sitting Member of Parliament Mark Straul Skill levels 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5 and open events, singles, doubles and mixed doubles. For more information:  https://www.secure.pickleballtournaments.com/

History of Pickleball: More Than 50 Years of Fun! 

Paperback $24.95 available at Amazon.com 

by Jennifer Lucore and Beverly Youngren (Contributor)

Are you curious about how pickleball came to be or how the sport got such a funny name? Do you know what caused pickleball to become the fastest growing sport in America and what people and events helped spark this growth? Do you wonder how the rules were determined or why the court is the size it is? History of Pickleball: More than 50 Years of Fun! has these answers … and many more! Authors Jennifer (daughter) and Beverly (mother) have spent several years researching and gathering stories from pioneers of the sport, as well as pulling from their personal experiences to bring you a fascinating compilation of pickleball history. 

Happy New Year 2018

Happy New Year Jan 1, 2018!!!
Ice on all tree branches in Abbotsford. Today -3C.The rest of Canada is -30C. New Year eve last night CNN in New York -10C.
Thousands of people lost power two days ago due to freezing rain that caused trees and branches to fall on power lines. The frozen trees are very beautiful like glowing lights with the sun shining on them

9th ARC Christmas Pickleball Potluck Party

9th ARC Christmas Pickleball Potluck Party with about 55 players. We enjoyed lots of delicious foods: appetizers, salads, meatballs, shrimps, lasagna, quiche, finger foods and desserts. Thank you to Gerry and Phyllis from Chilliwack Pickleball playing and singing Christmas carols for us. It was a great get together!

Left: Shirley, John,....Mike......Right: Margaret, Dean, Bob, Serge .....

 Left: Shirley, Glen, Judy, Anne, Lori, Merna. Right: George, Ralph, Kathy, Mike, Gale, Carol, Janet, Jennifer and many other players!

 Gerry and Phillis, Rick, Doug and Linda, Allison, Jim and Serge!

  Mike, Catherine, Dave, Judy and many others!

Merna, Glenn, Maryanne, Jennifer, Jim, Lori, all.havng a wonderful time together!

International Pickleball Tours 2018

International Pickleball Tours with world-class pickleball instructions: http://pickleballtrips.com/

Mexico, Japan, Vietnam & Thailand, Spain

TRES PALAPAS NEAR CABO

Join us at the newly renovated Tres Palapas Baja Pickleball Resort in Cabo San Lucas Los Barriles, enjoy fun in the sun and improve your pickleball game with national champion, Scott Moore! After playing pickleball at the complex’s new 10 all-professional asphalt 3P courts, treat yourself to a margarita at the rooftop bar or enjoy a massage on the beach. And don’t forget to take advantage of your time off the court to try all the activities available from sea kayaking to ATV riding! |February 3-10 and 10-17, 2018|

JAPAN SPRING 2018

Join a cultural exchange to one of the world’s most ancient civilizations. Savor the fresh sushi, explore ancient temples, and witness breathtaking natural landscapes, all while interacting with locals and teaching them about the game of pickleball! You will also have the opportunity to daily improve your own game with playing time and coaching from some of the top pickleball players in the world. This will be a true insider experience as our guide, who lived in Japan for 16 years, takes you to all of the best spots! |May 9 ~ 17, 2018|

VIETNAM & THAILAND

Experience not only one, but two of the most beautiful places on the planet while improving your pickleball game with the pros. Southeast Asia is home to spectacular landscapes, exquisite cuisines, fascinating people and a unique mix of cultures. As you explore both Vietnam and Thailand, you will taste and see for yourself why they are some of our personal favorite destinations. |May 18-27, 2018|

SPAIN 2018

A trip to Spain is an adventure into a fairytale. The immense castle-like buildings and unique architecture along with beautiful people and exquisite cuisine are enough to make a great trip. We have combined tours through Madrid and an optional extension to Barcelona with pickleball to create a trip of a lifetime. Receive world-class instruction, take a siesta and refuel with spoonfuls of Paella. This is a trip you do not want to miss! |Madrid & Barcelona only: September 7-14, 2018| Madrid, Barcelona & 2-Day tournament: September 7-16, 2018|

Blog Statistic Pageviews 9 years History

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Pickleball and Longevity

Bill played pickleball for 8 years  I taught him how to play in 2009.  He now plays pickleball 5 days a week and he can run on the court like a teenager. Nowadays the courts are full with 50-60 players so about 20-30 players waiting to play in both gyms.

Bill has a Vibra machine in his apartment complex so I wanted to try it before buying one online. I know it helps with blood circulation. Bill was so kind to invite me to his home. Mike and I drove our car behind Bill's car to follow him home. He drives quite fast because he has good eyesight and he does not need hearing aid  He recently bought a new all wheel drive suv and he drives a scooter in the summer.

Bill lives in a senior apartment complex, the hallway has many rooms like a motel   His home has about 500 sq feet with living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom and one bedroom.and very clean and tidy. He showed me the paintings, arts and crafts from his daughter and granddaughter. He came to Canada from Holland when he was 18 years old and he has 35 great grandchildren.

In his apartment, I saw one egg on the edge of the stove, he made two boiled eggs in the morning and left one to eat later (egg yolk is good for the brain). His eggs came from his son who has free range chicken on his farm. In his kitchen cupboard, he showed me a bottle of extra virgin olive oil that he takes 2 tablespoons each morning.  He has a large bottle of coconut oil and bottles of honey because he does not eat sugar but uses honey in his coffee. Bill joins our pickleball group for coffee and snacks after playing pickleball. He occasionally drinks a glass of wine. He gets one prepared  meal per day from the complex and he makes his other meals himself with a stove and a microwave.

His apartment is on the 2nd floor and the exercise room is located on the 3rd floor. The complex is quite large with a lot of walking but Bill can run up and downstairs with ease. He showed me a small room with sitting area and an exercise area with a stationary bike, a Vibra machine and a treadmill (another pickelball player told me that her father lived to the age of 94 because he was using a stationary bike for years even when he was blind). I went on the Vibra machine and Bill showed me how to turn up the vibration speed. It vibrated so hard that I can only take the speed up to 20 but Bill can take it up to 30.  He called it "shake and bake" machine. He goes on it every morning for 10 minutes which is equivalent to one hour of jogging. It can help with so many ailments including back pain. That's why he is in such good shape for a 88 years old man. Thanks Bill, I found the secrets of longevity, exercise and diet can play a major role!

Bill's 88th Birthday at ARC

At ARC, about 50 players attended Bill's 88th birthday party. Lori made a beautiful cake in the shape of a Pickleball paddle! The group photo was taken at the end after most players have left. Everyone had a great time sharing the cake, scones and coffee. Ken gave Bill a lovely hat and a necklace with a yellow Pickleball signed by players attending his 88th Birthday!

Super Senior World Pickleball Championships October 23-25, 2017

Super Senior World Pickleball Championships is now open for registration on pickleballtournaments.com. The tournament is being hosted by Spalding County Pickleball Association, located just 35 miles south of Atlanta, Georgia. This new world class facility is the perfect venue to host a World Championship Tournament. Hope to see you there October 23-25 for some southern hospitality. For more information regarding SSIPA, go online to SSIPA-PB.ORG or see the listing on pickleballtournaments.com or at USAPA.org. The Super Senior World Pickleball Championships are sanctioned by the USAPA. SSIPA and USAPA membership is required. .

The SSIPA supports the Super Senior International Pickleball Tournament Circuit allowing players to compete with other players in their age group 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80+.

Chilli-Paddle-WackTournament April 15, 2017

Chilli-Paddle-WackTournament Saturday April 15, 2017
Chilliwack Landing, 45530 Spadina Ave, chilliwack, BC
Mens,Womens, Co-ed Random and Fixed doubles 3.0, 3.25,3.5, 3.75,4.0,4.25, 4.5+ 
Registration fee = $25 ($20 if before Apr 1st)
+ Random Event fee = $10
+ Fixed Event fee = $10
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Total = $45 ($40 if before Apr 1st)
To register:  http://www.chilli-paddle-wack.ca/

ARC Pickleball Schedule Winter 2017

ARC Winter 2017 Pickleball Schedule: 
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 1:00 to 3:00 pm (adult pickleball, 2 gyms). 
Tuesday and Thursday 7:30 – 9:45 pm (Open pickleball, 2 gyms).
Sunday 1:45 – 3:45 pm (Open pickleball, 1 gym)
Drop in adult: $5.90, senior $3.90 (10 tickets -10%, 20 tickets -20%)
ARC Senior Centre Annual Membership is only $25 for Seniors 60yrs+.(or $2 drop-in fee)
ARC 60+ Activity Schedules, read more: www.direct2rec.com    

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ARC 8th Christmas Potluck Pickleball Party

Today we held the 8th ARC Christmas Potluck Pickleball Party with about 50 players in attendance. Thank you for bringing an array of delicious foods! Thanks to Gerry and Phyllis for playing Christmas music with words displayed on a TV screen so everyone can sing along. We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!. 

Above left:  Bill, Ralph, Anne, Judy, Rod, Merna, Kathy (center), right: Catherine, Lori, Shirley, Sheryl ....

Left:  Henrietta, Alan, Serge, Shirley, Lori, Gerry, Dean and Margaret, Mel and Jenny, Gerry and Phyllis playing Christmas music.