‘A game-changer for our community’: New 10-court pickleball club brings the heat to Fremont
This story was origina lly published on mynorthwest. com. A massive indoor pickleball club just opened in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood, and it’s free to play all day Saturday.
The Picklr, a North American pickleball club franchise, has officially expanded to Seattle, opening The Picklr Fremont at the former Theo Chocolate at 124 North 35th Street. The 27,000-square-foot indoor facility features 10 courts, including one championship-sized, fully fenced, indoor court, outdoor-style court surfacing, a full pro shop, and private event space, according to a news release from The Picklr. Fremont pickleball club celebrates with free grand opening event To celebrate, the club is hosting a grand opening event from 11 a.
m. to 4 p. m.
Saturday. Along with all-day open play, there will be a full list of activities, including play with a pro, play with an instructor, a catered food and drink station, chiropractic services, and raffles and prizes. As pickleball was invented on Bainbridge Island in 1965, the club looks to honor its legacy and Washington roots.
“Bringing The Picklr to the neighborhood of Fremont in Seattle is a game-changer for our community,” Rajiv Khatri, the owner of The Picklr Fremont, stated in the release. “As the birthplace of pickleball, Washington holds a special place in the sport’s history, and we’re proud to continue that legacy by offering a best-in-class indoor pickleball experience. ” The Picklr Fremont offers four different monthly memberships: a $74 junior unlimited membership for those 5 to 17 years old, a $109 play membership for those just looking to put their paddle to use, a $141 adult unlimited membership that includes social, events, tournaments, and more, and lastly, a $308 family unlimited membership for two adults and up to four juniors.