Your JCC Membership gives you all access to the Andrew Ethan Stern Pickleball Complex
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Whether you’re looking for competition, fun, or learning the game of pickleball, the Andrew Ethan Stern Pickleball Complex is the place to be!
This modern complex is designed for players of all levels, offering clinics, leagues, lessons, open play, and court reservations.
Andrew Ethan Stern Pickleball Complex and Gilbert and Leona Master Outdoor Complex
Check out what will be inside the new complexes
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Premier Indoor Pickleball Courts: State of the art design, LED lighting, temperature controlled, and professional netting and court surface for a top-tier playing experience
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Additional Parking Spaces: Ensuring easy and accessible visits for JCC members and guests
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Best-in-class Facilities: An accessible space with pass-through locker rooms and designated single point entry
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Expansive Outdoor Amenities: 4 dedicated pickleball courts a regulation tennis court, boundary netting, covered viewing area, and fenced perimeter
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20,000 Square Foot Indoor Facility: An investment in wellness, connectivity, and the future of community engagement with year-round climate-controlled access
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A Hub for Community Connection: Indoor lounge, pro shop, and food & beverage access to foster community on and off the court
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Covered Patio Viewing Area: Encouraging spectator involvement and multigenerational enjoyment
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Expanded Programming: Leagues, tournaments, instruction, and open play possible for every age and skill level
Whats Included + Ways to Play More
Whats Included with your JCC Membership:
Member Drop-In
Free walk-in pickleball during posted hours. Paddle system decides rotation. No skill grouping.
No registration Required.
Outdoor Court Reservations
Book a free court outdoors in the summer for you and your friends – Guests fees apply.
Reserve a Court in the My J app
Ways to Play More
Book a court for you and your friends – Guests fees apply.
Reserve a Court in the My J app, cost varies, pay at facility.
All Ages Open Play
Organized 2-hour rotational play grouped by skill level. Players are ensured balance number of games.
Register in the My J app, cost varies, pay at facility.
65+ Open Play
Organized 2-hour rotational play grouped by skill level. Players are ensured balance number of games. For ages 65+ only.
Register in the My J app, cost varies, pay at facility.
Multi-week competitive play
Competitive, Doubles, Team Round Robin, Women’s, or Ladder.
Register & pay through JCC program registration.
Learn to Play Pickleball
This program is for players of all levels from learning the game to building your playing skills: 101: New Players, 201 Beginners, 301 Advanced Beginner, 401 Intermediate to Advanced.
Register & pay through JCC program registration.
Sharpen Your Skills
Focused coaching sessions like Coach Game, Drills & Game, Various Skills, & Youth.
Register in the My J app, cost varies, pay at facility.
Contact Farrel Golden, Pickleball Director, at fgolden@columbusjcc.org or Jeanna Brownlee, Sports & Wellness Director at jeannabrownlee@columbusjcc.org for questions and more information.
Must have a JCC membership to use the Andrew Ethan Stern Pickleball Complex.
New to Pickleball?
Take Pickleball 101 – Our beginner class covers the basics: grips, footwork, serving, and the fundamentals you need to play confidently.
Graduate Through the Series – Move from 101 → 201 → 301 → 401 as your skills grow. Each level builds on the last.
Easy Ways to Play – Check out one of these no pressure options like playing on our free outdoor courts, trying out member drop-in or by reserving a court.
We Offer Youth Clinics – Kids (K–8th grade), can take three-week clinics that take them from first-time players to full-game ready.
Ask Questions – Our Pickleball Team is here to help you find the right starting point.
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Add Pickleball+ to Your Membership – If you play often, this add-on pays for itself quickly with included court reservations, discounts, and more!
Join a League – Weekly competitive play with official scoring and standings. Choose Competitive, Doubles, Ladder, Women’s, or build your own team with Round Robin.
Sign Up for Open Play – Structured rotational play with others within your skill level.
Sharpen Your Game with Clinics – Our JCC instructors will focus on a variety of skills and drills to improve your game.
Reserve a Court – Bring your crew and play on your own schedule.
Game On—Upgrade to Pickleball+
