How to host a private pickleball event at the Paseo Club in 5 easy steps
July 15th, 2024 | 3 min. read
By Jen Azevedo
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You know the Paseo Club as a private club for fitness, court activities, swimming, and socializing. But that is not all! We also provide venue spaces for you to host private events.
Whether you have a corporate function, party, or celebration, the Paseo Club can host you and your group. Our event planner assists you every step of the way, and our diverse array of services helps your event be successful and seamless.
Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the US. It is so popular that people make it a central feature of their private gatherings. It is a great way to bond with other attendees and keep the event light-hearted and fun.
In this article, you will discover why pickleball is such a great addition to private events, what a pickleball-themed private event at the Paseo Club includes, and the fees.
Why is pickleball a great activity for a private event?
Anytime you add an activity to a private event, it makes it more unique, fun, and memorable. There are several benefits to including pickleball at your next private corporate event.
- Improves morale
- Boosts work productivity
- Promotes physical activity
- Facilitates social connections and bonding
- Increases positive feelings about workplace culture
- It breaks up the monotony of sedentary presentations and seminars
- Cross-pollinate people from different sectors of the company or gathering
Pickleball is an activity that is easy to learn and fun to play. It requires minimal equipment and expense, so it is more accessible to most people. People of all athletic abilities can pick this game up. The learning curve is quick and beginners can easily play after just a short period of instruction.
You can play pickleball for a short or long period, leaving ample room for other activities or socializing.
Can inexperienced players attend a pickleball event?
Absolutely!
Pickleball is suitable for people of all ages and skill levels, and because the rules are simple, it makes it easy for beginners to join in.
You can add a 30-60 minute lesson taught by one of our pickleball instructors. This option is great for those who want to practice skills and learn the rules of the game before hitting the courts.
What type of private event could benefit from a pickleball gathering?
The Paseo Club has seen an increase in adding pickleball to birthday parties, team-building events, and nonprofit fundraisers. However, given the fun nature of the sport, you could add it to just about any event.
What does a pickleball event at the Paseo Club include?
The Paseo Club can tailor your event based on your specific needs. Typically, a pickleball-themed event includes:
- Catered food and drinks
- Playtime on the pickleball courts
Recommended add-ons are:
- Paddles and balls
- Lesson of 30-60 mins with an instructor
- Dedicated space for social events or parties
What are the fees, and what does it cover?
There are multiple options for a pickleball event. The Paseo Club will present you with all the choices and help you find the best fit for you.
Depending on the size of the event, we will price it out as follows.
Private & Corporate Events
- $20 per person
- $20 per hour per court
- $10 Drink ticket per person (one drink minimum)
Fundraiser for Nonprofits
- $17 per court per hour (includes 15% discount)
- $10 per person
Optional Add-Ons
- Pro lesson - $100 per hour
- Pickleball paddles - $5 each
- Food - for less than 20 people, clients can order a la carte
- Food - for 20 people and up, pricing starts at $20 per person
- Dedicated space for the event - starting at $450, depending on the area
Pickleball Packages
- 4-hour event including 1 hour class, 2 hours free play, and 1 hour lunch in a dedicated space
- 2 drinks per person
- Choice of lunch of pizza & salad, tacos, or BBQ burgers & hotdogs
This package costs:
- 20-30 people - $3,100.00
- 30-40 people - $4,100.00
- 40-50 people - $5,100.00
Contact the Paseo Club to get an estimate for your event, including tax, gratuity and service charge.
How to host a private pickleball event at the Paseo Club in 5 easy steps
Here are the five steps you need to follow to have a pickleball-themed private event at the Paseo Club.
- Identify the number of attendees
- Select the date or dates you’d like this event to take place on
- Choose a budget
- Select what features and add-ons you’d like to include in your event
- Contact the events coordinator to consult about your event and begin your planning process
Making your private event at the Paseo Club a success
Planning an event can be daunting. There are dozens of components to organize and oversee — food, drinks, activities, entertainment, and more.
Luckily, you do not need to be an event planner in order to host an event. The Paseo Club has one for you! Amanda Billimore is the Paseo Club’s amazing event coordinator. She oversees all types of private events — birthdays, corporate functions, anniversaries, celebrations of life, and bridal and baby showers.
She can help you with all aspects of your event:
- Music
- Servers
- Catering
- Activities
- Event spaces
- Media support
- Bar and drinks
- Preferred vendor list for additional services
Pickleball is a fun sport that is accessible to almost everyone. It is a great activity that can make your event go from mediocre to dynamic. Meet with Amanda to learn more about how she can help you with your next private gathering.
The Paseo Club is situated on eight acres in Santa Clarita Valley. We offer over 60 fitness classes each week, from yoga and strength training, to Pilates and HIIT. Tennis and pickleball departments have drills, leagues, one-on-one sessions, and drop-in play.
The junior Olympic pool is just the place to stay cool after a fun game of pickleball or a challenging exercise class. Grab yourself a bite to eat or a refreshing drink at the cafe and put your feet up.
The Paseo Club is your home away from home. If you are not yet a member, join now and reap all the rewards this summer.
Jen Azevedo is a tennis professional, pickleball professional, personal trainer, group exercise instructor, and the general manager of the Paseo Club. She loves the community at the Paseo Club and that it is also a safe and fun place for her daughter. Jen’s favorite activities are joining her tribe for trail races or her partners for tennis matches. Occasionally Jen slows down to relax with a book — she reads over 100 a year!
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