Today the City of Orillia ratified their capital budget for 2026 and in that budget are funds to build 10 outdoor courts at the Recreation Center.
They will be built to Canada Pickleball Standards (International PB Standards) and be the new Home ofthe Orillia Pickleball Club. Other existing courts will continue to open, and be considered Municipal Courts, open to the public.
The next step is for the City to create a Request for Proposal for construction to start in the spring of 2026 (weather dependant......April or May expected) There are no "false promises" being made as to when the courts will be available for play.
We are expected to contribute $50,000 towards this project:Needless to say, our focus is to find the $50,000 and create an absolutely fabulous facility that everyone can enjoy!
Huge thanks are due to The Mayor, The Recreation Department, and all the other City departments who have made this possible.
Thank You
October 9, 2025
Dear Community Members,
On behalf of the Orillia Pickleball Club, we wanted to take a moment to extend our sincere thanks to each and every one of you for your enthusiasm and support of our club and the game of pickleball.
To the players who have joined us on the courts, we thank you for your passion and commitment to the game. Your energy and competitive spirit have helped to create a vibrant and welcoming community of pickleball enthusiasts in Orillia.
To the local residents, businesses and the City of Orillia, we are incredibly grateful for your continued support, partnership and guidance. Your investment in our club and in the sport of pickleball, has been spectacular. We look forward to continue to work together.
As we look towards the future we are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead. With your support we know we can continue to expand our offerings, engage more players, and further promote the game of pickleball in our community.
Thank you once again for all that you do!
Your support means the word to us, and we are proud to be a part of such a positive and enthusiastic community.
The Orillia Pickleball club was officially formed in July 2024, with a mandate to increase opportunities for Orillia and area residents to play and to promote the development of skills for all members, regardless of age, stage or skill level.
The club executive is committed to working with the City of Orillia Parks & Recreation in key ways:
secure predictable, convenient times for facility use throughout the year
promote the city as a vibrant and growing community that is welcoming of Pickleball enthusiasts
provide input on how the sport grows in the city, whether through increasing programs, improving existing spaces or developing new facilities
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
One annual membership fee to cover all club programming*
Dedicated outdoor courts and times for use by club members from mid-May to mid-October
Variety of court programming based on skill rating, gender, etc.
Club tournaments
Learn-To-Play sessions
Skills & Drills sessions
Opportunity for lessons
Social events (on and off the courts)
Community outreach
Liability Insurance
* open tournaments may require an entry fee
The First Annual Geezers Tournament
The Geezers Go for the Gold (Pickles!)
1st Annual Geezers Tournament a Smashing Success!
The spirit was high and the competition fierce on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, for the inaugural 1st Annual Geezers Tournament! Orillia Orillia Pickleball Club presented this first-of-its-kind event which brought together competitors, volunteers, and fans for a day of memorable action.
By the Numbers
The tournament proved to be a popular draw, pulling in a great crowd for its debut:
20 Dedicated Competitors gave it their all.
8 Amazing Volunteers kept the entire event running smoothly.
Numerous Fans cheered on their favorite Geezers from the sidelines.
The Ultimate Prize
Forget gold medals and silver trophies! The true stars of the day were the pickles! Each triumphant winner walked away with the most coveted prize in amateur sports: a large jar of delicious pickles, generously donated by Country Produce!
A huge thank you goes out to Country Produce for their sponsorship and for providing a prize that perfectly captured the fun and unique energy of the tournament.
We can't wait to see what next year's 2nd Annual Geezers Tournament brings!
DONATE TO THE CLUB
Donations can be made by e-transfer to orilliapickleballclub@gmail.com
Follow the below steps to donate via the Gofundme donation platform.
1. Scanning the QR code or click on the image.
2. Click Donate and following the prompts at the gofundmewebsite.
Pickleball Club Gofundme Link
Important:We are currently unable to issue tax receipts for donations.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Holiday Pickleball Party Saturday December 6th, 2025 Details to Follow
