Maple Elementary’s Pickleball Program: Maple Elementary School in Tulare, California, will offer free pickleball classes to students in grades 4, 5, and 6 from May 12 to May 28, 2025. The program is only open to students currently enrolled in the school’s after-school programs, BEST, Choices, and HEART. Sessions will run every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the school’s location at 640 West Cross Avenue.
The first 20 boys and 20 girls on the waitlist will be accepted into the program. Students will return to their regular after-school program at 4:30 p.m. following each pickleball session.
Learning the Game
The program will run for three weeks, focusing on teaching students the basic skills needed to play pickleball. The final week will include friendly games, either among participants at Maple Elementary or against students from other school sites.
The sessions aim to introduce young students to the fast-growing sport in a supportive and fun environment, all while remaining part of their usual after-school routine.
Eligibility and Registration
Only students already attending Maple Elementary’s after-school programs—BEST, Choices, or HEART—are eligible. The program is designed to build skills, promote physical activity, and foster teamwork.
Schedule and Location
Pickleball sessions will be held on campus from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on May 12 through May 28, 2025. Classes take place on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. All activities will be conducted at Maple Elementary School at 640 West Cross Avenue in Tulare, ZIP code 93274.
Why It Matters
Programs like this give students a chance to try a new sport in a familiar setting. Pickleball is growing in popularity across all age groups, and introducing it early may lead to lasting interest in staying active. The mix of physical play and teamwork supports both fitness and social skills in young students.
News in Brief: Maple Elementary’s Pickleball Program
Maple Elementary School in Tulare will host free pickleball lessons from May 12–28, 2025, for 4th–6th grade students enrolled in the BEST, Choices, or HEART programs. The first 20 boys and 20 girls on the waitlist will learn skills, then play games. Sessions run 3:30–4:30 p.m. on weekdays.
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