Drop-Ins / Events
Our sessions are open to Queer Women, Trans and Non-Binary individuals aged 19 and above, and membership with Queer Pickleball Club is required for participation.
Please refer to our Guide to Levels/Assessments to help you determine which session aligns best with your abilities. Also, please review our Safe Space Guide to understand how we play and create a supportive and inclusive environment.
We strive to keep our fees to an absolute minimum and offer support when needed. Check out our Pay It Forward Program to learn how to qualify or help out.
Current Drop-Ins / Events
Sunday All Levels Indoor Drop-In
(October 2026 – May 2027)
LEVELS: All Levels (2.0-2.5 bracket and 2.75+ bracket)
LOCATION: Mary McCormick Recreation Centre, 66 Sheridan Ave, Toronto, M6K 2G9
DATE/TIME: Sundays – starting October 18th, 2026 until May 30th 2027 from 12:30-3:30pm
COST: $8 for QPC members (pay with cash or e-transfer to queerpickleballclub@gmail.com at arrival). These fees are collected to cover our permit and insurance cost for the space. With this comes a membership form/waiver that you will need to fill out before playing. You only need to the membership form once for the season.
BEGINNER COACHING: There is NO beginner coaching on Sundays. Please see Tuesday Drop in for more information.
CAPACITY: 30 people for 3 courts, waiting list available at arrival.
Tuesday Beginner Indoor Drop-In
(October 2026 – June 2027)
LEVELS: 2.0 (Beginner)
LOCATION: Holy Family Community Centre, 141 Close Ave, Toronto, ON, M6K 2V6
DATE/TIME: Tuesdays – starting October 6th until June 2027 from 6:30-8:30 pm
COST: FREE, There is a membership form/waiver that you will need to fill out before playing. You only need to do this once per season.
BEGINNER COACHING: Coaching takes place from 6:30pm sharp-7:30pm followed by regular play until 8:30pm. You will lose your coaching spot at 6:45pm if you have not arrived. Sign-ups open every Friday at noon for the beginner coach. No walk-ins.
NOTE: You must attend our beginner coaching or an alternative learn to play clinic before playing in QPC.
CAPACITY: 20 people for 2 courts, waiting list available at arrival.
More events coming soon..
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Past Drop-Ins / Events
Tuesday All Levels Outdoor Drop-In
(Summer 2026 – Fall 2026)
LEVELS: 2.0 and above
LOCATION: Trinity Bellwoods Park Hockey Rink, Toronto, ON M6J 2V5
DATE/TIME: Tuesdays – starting June 2 until September 22, 2026 at 6-9 pm
COST: $8 for QPC members (pay with cash or e-transfer to queerpickleballclub@gmail.com at arrival). These fees are collected to cover our permit and insurance cost for the space. With this comes a membership form/waiver that you will need to fill out before playing. You only need to do this once for the season.
BEGINNER COACHING: Coaching takes place from 6pm-7pm followed by regular play until 9pm. Sign-ups open at 9 am ET every Friday for the session on Tuesday. No walk-ins.
CAPACITY: 40 people for 4 courts, waiting list available at arrival.
Sunday All Level Drop-In
(Winter 2025 – Spring 2026)
LEVELS: All Levels – You must have done coaching OR be confident with rules and scoring.
FORMAT: Two brackets of play 2.0 – 2.5 | 2.75+. You need to have a level check of 2.75 OR higher to play in the upper bracket.
LOCATION: Mary McCormick Community Centre, 66 Sheridan Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 2G9
DATE/TIME: Sundays – starting October 5, 2025 at 12.30-3.30 pm
COST: $8 for QPC members (pay with cash or e-transfer to queerpickleballclub@gmail.com at arrival). These fees are collected to cover our permit and insurance cost for the space. With this comes a membership form/waiver that you will need to fill out before playing. You only need to do this once for the season.
CAPACITY: 30 people for 3 courts, waiting list available at arrival.
Tuesday Beginner Indoor Drop-In
(Fall 2025 – Spring 2026)
LEVELS: 2.0 Beginners only (If you are completely new to Pickleball, we kindly ask that you sign up for our beginner coaching session or an alternative learn-to-play session before jumping into these sessions).
LOCATION: Holy Family Community Centre, 141 Close Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 2V6
DATE/TIME: Tuesdays – starting September 30, 2025 at 6.30-8.30 pm
COST: Free – if you have a great time, please consider donating to QPC to help us build and grow!
BEGINNER COACHING: Coaching takes place from 6.30 pm-7.30 pm followed by regular play until 8.30 pm. Sign-ups open at 12 pm ET every Friday for the session on the following Tuesday. No walk-ins.
CAPACITY: 18 people for 2 courts
Please note that this is a City drop-in program, so there may occasionally be attendees outside of QPC.
QPC Uptown Sessions
(Feb 2026 – April 2026)
LOCATION: Pickleplex Social Club – Downsview, 40 Carl Hall Rd #49, North York, ON M3K 2C1
DATE/TIME: Biweekly sessions on Saturdays at 1:00-3:00pm, until April 25, 2026
COST: $12 per person
CAPACITY: 16 people
BEGINNER COACHING: For first timer, join our beginner coaching session from 1:00-2:00pm. Once completed, you can join in on the regular play until 3pm
Monday Prepaid Membership
(Spring 2025 – Summer 2025)
LEVELS: 2.0 and above. For 2.0 sign ups, you must have completed our Beginner Coaching or an alternative Learn to Play clinic. For 2.5+ sign ups, you must complete an official level check at QPC to be eligible to register.
LOCATION: Trinity Bellwoods Park Hockey Rink, Toronto, ON M6J 2V5
DATE/TIME: Mondays at 5-8 pm
- Part 1 from April 28 to July 7, 2025 (Save July 14 as a potential rainout day)
- Part 2 from July 21 to September 22, 2025 (Save September 29 as a potential rainout day)
COST: $75 (for Part 1 or 2) for QPC members. These fees are collected to cover our permit and insurance cost for the space for the whole membership period. With this comes a membership form/waiver that you will need to fill out before playing. You only need to do this once for the season.
CAPACITY: 50 people for 4 courts.
Thursday All Levels Outdoor Drop-In
(Spring 2025 – Summer 2025)
LEVELS: 2.0 and above
LOCATION: Christie Pits Hockey Rink, 777 Crawford St, Toronto, ON M6G 1R3
DATE/TIME: Thursdays – starting May 1 until September 25, 2025 at 6-9 pm
COST: $8 for QPC members (pay with cash or e-transfer to queerpickleballclub@gmail.com at arrival). These fees are collected to cover our permit and insurance cost for the space. With this comes a membership form/waiver that you will need to fill out before playing. You only need to do this once for the season.
BEGINNER COACHING: Coaching takes place from 6pm-7pm followed by regular play until 9pm. Sign-ups open at 12 pm ET every Sunday for the session on Thursday. No walk-ins.
CAPACITY: 50 people for 5 courts, waiting list available at arrival.
Sunday 2.5+ Indoor Drop-In
(Winter 2024 – Spring 2025)
LEVELS: 2.5 and above – There will be assessments available for any players who have not been assessed or are hoping to advance. If you are not sure if you are a 2.5 level, please attend Tuesdays beginner session for an assessment there.
LOCATION: Mary McCormick Community Centre, 66 Sheridan Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 2G9
DATE/TIME: Sundays – starting January 12 until April 20, 2025 at 12.30-3.30 pm
COST: $8 for QPC members (pay with cash or e-transfer to queerpickleballclub@gmail.com at arrival). These fees are collected to cover our permit and insurance cost for the space. With this comes a membership form/waiver that you will need to fill out before playing. You only need to do this once for the season.
CAPACITY: 30 people for 3 courts, waiting list available at arrival.
Tuesday Beginner Indoor Drop-In
(Fall 2024 – Spring 2025)
LEVELS: 2.0 Beginners only (If you are completely new to Pickleball, we kindly ask that you sign up for our beginner coaching session or an alternative learn-to-play session before jumping into these sessions).
LOCATION: Holy Family Community Centre, 141 Close Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 2V6
DATE/TIME: Tuesdays – starting October 1, 2024 until May 27, 2025 at 6.30-8.30 pm
COST: Free – if you have a great time, please consider donating to QPC to help us build and grow!
BEGINNER COACHING: Coaching takes place from 6.30 pm-7.30 pm followed by regular play until 8.30 pm. Sign-ups open at 12 pm ET every Thursday for the session on the following Tuesday. No walk-ins.
CAPACITY: 18 people for 2 courts
Please note that this is a City drop-in program, so there may occasionally be attendees outside of QPC.
Sunday 2.5+ Indoor Drop-In
(Fall – Winter 2024)
LEVELS: 2.5 and above – There will be assessments available for any players who have not been assessed or are hoping to advance. If you are not sure if you are a 2.5 level, please attend Tuesdays beginner session for an assessment there.
LOCATION: Masaryk-Cowan Community Recreation Centre, 220 Cowan Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 2N6
DATE/TIME: Sundays – starting October 27 until December 22, 2024 at 3-6 pm
COST: $8 for QPC members (pay with cash or e-transfer to queerpickleballclub@gmail.com at arrival). These fees are collected to cover our permit and insurance cost for the space. With this comes a membership form/waiver that you will need to fill out before playing. You only need to do this once for the season.
CAPACITY: 30 people for 3 courts, waiting list available at arrival.
Remember to wear appropriate indoor/ court shoes for optimum comfort. No need to worry about equipment—we’ve got you covered with pickleball paddles and balls!
Monday 2.5+ Outdoor Drop-In
(Fall 2024)
LEVELS: 2.5 and above – All players will need to be assessed before play for this session.
LOCATION: Trinity Bellwoods Park Hockey Rink, Toronto, ON M6J 2V5
DATE/TIME: Mondays – starting October 1 until October 28, 2024 at 5-8 pm
COST: $5 for QPC members (pay with cash or e-transfer to queerpickleballclub@gmail.com at arrival). These fees are collected to cover our permit and insurance cost for the space. With this comes a membership form/waiver that you will need to fill out before playing. You only need to do this once for the season.
CAPACITY: 40 people for 4 courts, waiting list available at arrival. If you won’t be able to arrive on time, you are welcome to secure your spot until 6.00 pm in advance in our booking form.
Monday All Levels Outdoor Drop-In
(Summer 2024)
LEVELS: 2.0 and above
LOCATION: Trinity Bellwoods Park Hockey Rink, Toronto, ON M6J 2V5
DATE/TIME: Mondays – starting June 5 until September 30, 2024 at 5-8 pm
COST: $5 for QPC members (pay with cash or e-transfer to queerpickleballclub@gmail.com at arrival). These fees are collected to cover our permit and insurance cost for the space. With this comes a membership form/waiver that you will need to fill out before playing. You only need to do this once for the season.
BEGINNER COACHING: Coaching takes place from 5pm-6pm followed by regular play until 8pm. Sign-ups open at 12 pm ET every Thursday for the session on the following Tuesday. No walk-ins.
CAPACITY: 40 people for 4 courts, waiting list available at arrival. If you won’t be able to arrive on time, you are welcome to secure your spot until 6.00 pm in advance in our booking form.
Tuesday 3.5+ Indoor Drop-In
(Winter 2023 – Spring 2024)
These drop-in sessions are an opportunity for more advanced players to engage in more competitive play. If you are training for a doubles tournament, these sessions are great for you and your partner to practice at!
LEVELS: 3.5 and above
LOCATION: Holy Family Community Centre, 141 Close Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 2V6
DAY/TIME: Tuesdays at 6.30-8:30pm, until May 28, 2024
COST: Free for QPC members
Sunday All Levels Indoor Drop-In
(Winter 2023 – Spring 2024)
LEVELS: 2.0 and above
There is no beginner coaching in these sessions so if you are new to Pickleball, we kindly ask that you sign up for our beginner coaching session on Mondays or an alternative learn-to-play session before jumping into these sessions.
LOCATION: Mary McCormick Community Centre, 66 Sheridan Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 2G9
DAY/TIME: Sundays at 1-4 pm, until May 26, 2024
COST: $4.50 for QPC members (pay at the front desk). These fees are collected to cover the rental space and community centre staff wages.
CAPACITY: 30 people, waiting list available at arrival
Chosen Family Day
LOCATION: Canoe Landing Community Recreation Centre, 45 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3Y2
DATE/TIME: Monday, February 16, 2026 at 10:00am-5:00pm
EVENTS: Queer of the Court and Mini Tournament
Click here for more info.
QPC Uptown Pop Up
LOCATION: Pickleplex Social Club – Downsview, 40 Carl Hall Rd #49, North York, ON M3K 2C1
DATE/TIME: Saturday, November 22 at 4:00-7:00pm
COST: $15 per person
CAPACITY: 30 people
BEGINNER COACHING: For first timer, join our beginner coaching session with Eva Ain from 4:00-5:00pm. Once completed, you can join in on the regular play until 7pm
QPC Skills Clinics with Coach Tiffany Au
Elevate your pickleball skills with pro player Tiffany Au, where you’ll get focused feedback in a small group setting.
LOCATION: Trinity Bellwoods Park Hockey Rink, Toronto, ON M6J 2V5
DATE: Monday, September 29, 2025
TIME:
- 5-6pm: Power Drives (Level 2.5-3.0)
- 6-7pm: Mastering the Reset (Level 2.5-3.0)
- 7-8pm: Strategic Court Positioning (Level 3.0-3.5)
COST: $30 per person
CAPACITY: 4 people per court
QPC Summer Clinics with Coach Natalie Araya
Take your pickleball game to the next level this summer. Join our exclusive, level-based pickleball clinics led by professional player and OG QPC coach, Natalie Araya!
LEVELS: 2.5 and above
LOCATION: Trinity Bellwoods Park Hockey Rink, Toronto, ON M6J 2V5
DATE: Wednesday, Aug 27, 2025
TIME:
- Level 2.5 – Orange at 5-6.30pm
- Level 3.0 – Pink at 6.30-8pm
- Level 3.5 – Blue at 8-9.30pm
COST: $30 per person
CAPACITY: 6 people per court
Queer of the Court
Join us for our pride event in partnership with the City of Toronto!
LOCATION: Canoe Landing Community Recreation Centre, 45 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3Y2
DATE/ TIME: June 14, 2025 at 11am – 2pm, followed by free BBQ sponsored by the City of Toronto
COST: PWYC (suggestion $5)
CAPACITY: 60 people for 6 courts, with one court for beginner and intermediate coaching by Tiffany Au.
Rainbow Studios will have a booth to sell their Protect Trans Athletes tees to raise funds for Trans Lifeline.
QPC Team Cup
LOCATION: Canoe Landing Community Recreation Centre, 45 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3Y2
DATE/ TIME: May 10, 2025 at 10am-4pm
PERKS: All participants will receive a QPC tournament t-shirt prior to the tournament date and the winning team will walk away with a special prize!
FOOD & REFRESHMENTS: A light lunch will be provided for all participants. Please bring additional snacks and water to stay energized throughout the day.
SPECTATORS: Friends and family are welcome to come watch and cheer, but space is limited.
Fairgrounds Cloverdale Event x Art Collab Paddle Launch
LEVELS: 2.0 and above – There is no beginner coaching in this event so if you are new to Pickleball, we kindly ask that you sign up for our beginner coaching session on Mondays or an alternative learn-to-play session before jumping in.
LOCATION: Fairgrounds Cloverdale, 250 The East Mall Unit 190, Toronto, ON M9B 6J6
DATE/TIME: Dec 4, 2024 at 7-9 pm
COST: $10 for all levels OR free if not playing. Payment collected is intended to cover the court rental costs. Refunds will only be issued if the event is canceled by QPC, and spots are not transferable.
CAPACITY: 40 people for 4 courts
Fairgrounds Assembly Park Free Play (Pride Event)
LEVELS: 2.0 and above – There is no beginner coaching in this event so if you are new to Pickleball, we kindly ask that you sign up for our beginner coaching session on Mondays or an alternative learn-to-play session before jumping in.
LOCATION: Fairgrounds Assembly Park, 80 Interchange Way, Concord, ON L4K 5C3
DATE/TIME: July 18, 2024 at 6-8 pm
COST: Free for QPC members with Fairgrounds Membership
CAPACITY: 70 people for 7 outdoor courts.
Trans/Non-binary Dedicated Session (Pride Event)
Welcome to our first Trans/ Non-binary dedicated session – A special Pride event! 19+
Drop in for free play or learn to play Pickleball by joining our beginner coaching sessions. There will be a 15 minute dynamic warm-up at the start of the session, run by Sena.
LEVELS: All levels welcome
LOCATION: Trinity Bellwoods Park Hockey Rink, Toronto, ON M6J 2V5
DATE/TIME: June 11, 2024 at 5-8 pm
COST: Free
BEGINNER COACHING: Coaching takes place at 5pm and 6pm sharp. Equipment provided.
*If you are not Trans or Non-binary, you are welcome to come and hang out and support our QPC community!
Click here for all 2024 Pride events
Fairgrounds Cloverdale Free Play
LEVELS: All levels welcome
LOCATION: Fairgrounds Cloverdale, 250 The East Mall Unit 190, Toronto, ON M9B 6J6
DATE/TIME: February 29, 2024 at 7-9 pm
COST: Free for QPC members with Fairgrounds Membership
PERKS: DJ + Giveaways!
QPC Uptown Sessions
(May 2026 – July 2026)
LEVELS: All Levels – You must have done coaching OR be confident with rules and scoring.
LOCATION: Pickleplex Social Club – Downsview, 40 Carl Hall Rd #49, North York, ON M3K 2C1
DATE/TIME: Biweekly sessions on Saturdays at 2:00-4:00pm, until July 18, 2026
COST: $12 per person
CAPACITY: 24 people
CHALLENGE COURT: 1 court will allocated to the challenge court, where winners will stay on for consecutive play – sign up in a pair or solo