Loch Lomond Mall Pickleball Facility Launch: Cross Court Pickleball Limited will open Saint John’s first dedicated indoor pickleball facility at Loch Lomond Mall in early 2026. The four-court facility aims to serve local players who currently travel to Nova Scotia to play. Pre-registration is expected to start in November, with memberships and court rentals offered at affordable rates.
Expanding Pickleball in Saint John
The company, which also operates locations in Dartmouth and Bedford, Nova Scotia, and recently opened a facility in British Columbia, has been eyeing Saint John due to the strong local interest.
“We were the first to market in Halifax, and over the last three years we’ve built an amazing community,”
said Steve Skinner, President of Cross Court Pickleball Limited.
“We have 1,500 members in Nova Scotia, and they treat the place like it’s their own. It’s very community-focused, and we’re looking forward to building that same kind of outlet in Saint John.”
Court Design and Accessibility
The Saint John courts will feature a textured hard surface that mimics outdoor play, improving ball control and reducing confusion caused by overlapping lines in shared gym spaces.
“Most pickleball in Saint John is played in community centres with mixed flooring. Our courts are built with a surface that grabs the ball better and improves play.”(Steve Skinner)
The facility will run with minimal on-site staff. Members will register online and gain access through a code or key fob, with coaches and cleaning staff present only when necessary.
“This model helps us keep costs low and makes it more affordable for players,” (Steve Skinner).
Memberships and Community Engagement
Annual membership will cost $27, and court rentals will average $5 per person per hour for doubles play. A private Facebook group for the Saint John location has already attracted more than 200 members. Steve Skinner said a dedicated webpage will launch soon, and community surveys will help shape programming and events at the new facility.
News in Brief: Loch Lomond Mall Pickleball Facility Launch
Cross Court Pickleball Limited will open a four-court indoor facility at Loch Lomond Mall in Saint John in early 2026. Memberships start at $27 annually, and court rentals average $5 per person per hour. Pre-registration begins in November, and the facility aims to create a community-focused space for local players.