Toms River, NJ – Residents looking to learn pickleball will have multiple chances starting in May as Toms River Recreation rolls out a series of beginner-friendly classes at Bey Lea Park, with sessions priced at $60 per person.
The program, open to ages 16 and older, includes scheduled classes across four months—May, June, August, and September—offering flexible options for new players to get started in the fast-growing sport.
Multiple sessions scheduled through fall
According to Toms River Recreation, classes will be held on select dates each month, beginning May 19 and continuing through September 10. Each session day offers two time slots: 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
The full schedule includes:
- May 19, 21, 26, 28
- June 16, 18, 23, 25
- August 4, 6, 11, 13
- September 1, 3, 8, 10
All sessions will take place at the Bey Lea Park tennis courts, located along Route 571 on North Bay Avenue.
Designed for beginners entering a growing sport
The classes are specifically geared toward beginners, reflecting the continued surge in pickleball’s popularity across New Jersey and nationwide. By offering structured instruction in small group settings, the township aims to make the sport accessible to newcomers who may be unfamiliar with rules, scoring, or gameplay.
Participants will receive guided instruction during each 90-minute session, though officials did not specify class size limits or equipment requirements.
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Key Points
• Beginner pickleball classes begin May 19 at Bey Lea Park in Toms River
• Sessions cost $60 per person and run through September
• Open to ages 16+ with two evening time slots available
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Registration and contact details
Residents can register online through the township’s CommunityPass system. Toms River Recreation also provided contact information for those seeking additional details, including phone and email support through the department’s office on Warren Point Road.
The program is part of the township’s broader recreation offerings, which continue to expand with seasonal and skill-based programming for residents of varying age groups.
What participants should expect
While the announcement emphasizes beginner-level instruction, participants can expect a structured introduction to the fundamentals of pickleball, including basic techniques and gameplay flow. Hosting the sessions at existing tennis courts also highlights how communities are adapting current infrastructure to meet rising demand for the sport.
As pickleball courts and programs continue to grow across Ocean County, local classes like these often serve as entry points for long-term recreational play and community engagement.
What happens next
Registration is currently open, with the first classes scheduled to begin May 19, and additional sessions continuing periodically through early September at Bey Lea Park.