About us
Lesbian and Queer Women Pickleball games and social. We are a fun group of all skill levels from never tried it to advanced. We invite those who identify as lesbian or queer women (She/Her & They/Them) to come join us! We usually have one Open Play & Social per month, and weekly play opportunities. Drop in as you can. RSVPs are not required or indicative of turnout.
Upcoming events
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LAVENDER GROUP OPEN PLAY EVERY SUNDAY
Bushrod Recreation Center, 560 59th St, Oakland, CA, USSUNDAY Come to Bushrod Park in Oakland from 12:30 to 2:00 for some Lavender pickleball play.
$2 drop in fee cash or venmo @darlene-vendegnaSIX COURTS, THREE BEGINNER, TWO INTERMEDIATE COURTS.AND ONE LESSON COURT FOR AN INTRO CLINIC IF NEEDED.
If interested in the beginner's clinic you must sign up through Dailypb.com. Search Bushrod on Sundays.
DO NOT SIGN UP HERE. You will not be guaranteed a spot.Contact Darlene for instructor of the week contact info:
pickleballdar@gmail.com1 attendee
Monday evening Pickleball & Dinner!!
900 Buchanan St, Albany, CA, USMonday evening pickleball at the OceanView courts in Albany from 5p -7p. After play, some of us head to a local restaurant for dinner.
Oceanview Courts are located at 900 Buchanan Ave in Albany.
Dinner is TBD on the day of, by those interested.Kris, Shelly and Jeannette are your hosts for March Monday Open Plays!!
We have all 6 courts.
1 - 2 for Beginners & Beginner-intermediates / 4 - 5 for Intermediates and advanced players
It's always a good idea to warm up before you start play.Please contribute before coming onto the courts. I ask $5 per player contribution but no-one is turned away for lack of funds. I reserve the courts a month ahead of time so your contribution is needed and appreciated to keep the Meetup afloat and the courts reserved.
Venmo handle is @LindaEMoran last 4 confirming digits are 1344.
We can shift the court as needed to accommodate the skill level of players who are present.
NOTE TO BEGINNERS: There are no formal lessons given at this event.
We ask beginners to familiarize themselves with the rules before coming out if you can. 2 Quick ways to get started:
- The Official USA Pickleball Website
- Take 2 minutes and watch this 2 minute video a few times and you'll understand more than you think: https://youtu.be/fTvPYdKZqO0. Lastly, there are loaner paddles at the court or borrow one from a friend.
- For a longer tutorial that goes into more detail and features one of our members. Pickleball basics
NO RSVP required, just show up if you want to play. RSVPs are not indicative of turnout.
I'll see you on the courts! Linda
3 attendeesLAVENDER GROUP OPEN PLAY EVERY SUNDAY
Bushrod Recreation Center, 560 59th St, Oakland, CA, USSUNDAY Come to Bushrod Park in Oakland from 12:30 to 2:00 for some Lavender pickleball play.
$2 drop in fee cash or venmo @darlene-vendegnaSIX COURTS, THREE BEGINNER, TWO INTERMEDIATE COURTS.AND ONE LESSON COURT FOR AN INTRO CLINIC IF NEEDED.
If interested in the beginner's clinic you must sign up through Dailypb.com. Search Bushrod on Sundays.
DO NOT SIGN UP HERE. You will not be guaranteed a spot.Contact Darlene for instructor of the week contact info:
pickleballdar@gmail.com1 attendee- $25.00
March Round Robin for Intermediate & Advanced players
Castro Park Tennis Courts, 1441 Lawrence, El Cerrito, CA, USDo Not RSVP on this event page.
YOU MUST - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER- But read 1st please.Join us for our 2nd Round Robin of 2026!!
It's a fun and fast paced 2-hour pickleball session with similarly skilled players.
Your registration starts the process to attend the Round Robin from 12:30p - 3p. You are not confirmed until you receive an email with bracket assignment and payment instructions. You will be contacted within 48 hours if you have secured a spot or if you will be placed on the waitlist.Registration is $25 per player and includes 30-minutes of warm-up time and 2-hours of coordinated play.
There are 2 scholarships available if needed. Please send me an email request once you register.Location: Castro Courts - 1441 Lawrence Ave, El Cerrito, CA 12:30p - 3p
There are 3 skill levels:
Intermediate - Solid Skills (Strategic shots, variety of shots, work with my partner to win the point)
Upper Intermediate - Sharpened Skills (Consistent drop & dink shots, anticipating incoming shots)
Advanced - Peak and Polished Skills (Patient, Rare unforced errors, strategic partner play)
I may shift players at my discretion based on your preferences.Your registration starts the process for the Round Robin from 12:30p - 3p.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER - You are not confirmed until you receive an email. Do Not RSVP on this event page.Please reach out with any questions:
leminade@mac.com or text Linda3 attendees
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