Member Benefits
Benefits of VRPA membership:
The Victoria Regional Pickleball Association (VRPA) and Courtside Sports are excited to announce a new partnership designed to give VRPA members exclusive VIP perks! As a current VRPA member, you’ll now enjoy special discounts when shopping at Courtside Sports with proof of current VRPA membership (number or card)
- 5% off footwear and apparel
- 10% off bags / CS covers
- 5% off the purchase of 1 pickleball paddle, 8% off the purchase of 2 paddles
- Club pricing on pickleballs (minimum 1 dozen purchase)
- Learn from Certified Instructors available for various skill levels including “Building Your Game Beyond”, “Skills and Drills”, “Learn to Play” and a variety of lessons aimed at your current level of play.
- Access to specific programming to enhance your pickleball skills, including instructional and non-instructional programs such as social play, king and queen of the court, and special training for tournaments.
- Membership allows advance registration in local tournaments such as the Victoria Classic and the Berwick/UVic Women’s events.
- Access to our hugely popular Christmas members-only tournament
- Support advocacy for Court Spaces: VRPA actively works with local municipalities to advocate for court spaces throughout the Greater Victoria region and Saanich Peninsula.
- Youth Initiatives: VRPA is advancing youth pickleball initiatives in local schools.
- Bursary Program for coaches: A bursary program is available to help offset costs if you decide to
help the pickleball community with coaching. - Free Referee Training for those interested in becoming a certified Ref
- Members receive Insurance coverage through Pickleball Canada. See full details here.
- By becoming a VRPA member you can significantly enhance your pickleball experience and contribute to the growth of the sport in the community.
