The Comox Valley Pickleball Association (CVPA) gave a jump start to the 2023 Thanksgiving Food Drive with participation from Cumberland, Courtenay, and Comox pickleball players.

Over 100 players gathered at the Comox Rotary Highland Courts bringing bags of non-perishable items and monetary donations for this very worthy cause. Executive Director of the Comox Valley Food Bank, Dave Reynolds, was on hand to collect all the donations, thanking everyone for their generosity and expressing his warm appreciation on behalf of the Comox Valley Food Bank for this overwhelming show of support.

The CVPA would like to thank our member, Darlene Nelson, for spearheading this endeavour. Darlene did a great job of getting the message out and coordinating with the Food Bank. CVPA members stepped up as we continue to give back to the community in so many ways. THANK YOU!

B.C. 55+ Summer Games
Sharon de Goede & Glenna Hazeldine
Gold / Women’s 3.5 55+ doubles

Sharon de Goede & Donny Cruickshank
Silver / 3.5 mixed 65+

Canadian Nationals
Rod Hamilton
Silver / Men’s Doubles 60+ 4.0, 4.5, 5.0 (combined)

Members of the Comox Valley from the age of 5 to 94 picked up a paddle Saturday to celebrate National Pickleball Day and have some Fun!

The Comox Valley Pickleball Association (CVPA) Open House event at the Rotary Highland Courts welcomed over 300 people from the Valley, 100 of whom had never picked up a paddle before!

Many thanks to our CVPA certified instructors on hand, to teach the rules of the Fastest Growing Sport in North America, direct drills and set up fun play. Volunteers also offered Drop in play, Ball Machine Drills, Free Snacks and Beverages, keeping our courts busy!

Courtenay Mayor Bob Wells, Councillor Dr. Jonathan Kerr and Comox Chief Administrator Officer, Jordan Wall were in attendance as was Constable Landers of the RCMP bringing his Speed Gun to measure service speed!

Saturday August 12th, 10:00am – 2:00pm

In recognition of National Pickleball Day we are hosting an Open House at the Rotary Highlands Pickleball Courts, 775 Torrence Road, Comox. This Celebration is open to the Public

Activities include:

• Learn how to play Pickleball
• Ball Machine Drills
• Ongoing Clinics offered by our certified staff
• Demonstrations by Advanced Players
• A “Drop-in” Round Robin play – for all levels…come for one game or stay for the day!
• A Kid’s Court
• Free Snacks and Refreshment

In addition to our 550 members, The Comox Valley Pickleball Association (CVPA) is happy to extend invitations to the general public, Recreation Managers and elected officials to enjoy a great day on the courts!

We hope to see you there!

Beat the heat with two new fun indoor tournaments! On July 22 we’re hosting a Round Robin Tournament for CVPA members only. And on July 29, come see if you can beat the rest in a speedy 90 Minute Tournament, open to both CVPA members and the general public. Both events take place at the CVRD Sports Complex, Ice Arena #2 on the dry ice surface.

For further details and to register, please click here!

We’re also offering an indoor clinic. All the good stuff like serves, returns, dinks, third shots and volleys will be covered. This clinic is aimed at 3.25 – 3.75 level players.

For further details and to register, please click here!

Free drilling & training sessions are located throughout the valley in May, June & July to help CVPA members level up. Check out our training page for additional details and to sign up.