Knight Point State Park – Now Open!!!
The four new permanent pickleball courts at Knight Point State Park in North Hero, VT are now open. This project was jointly funded by the Islands Pickleball Association (IPA) and the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation. The majority of funds were raised through generous donations and fundraising by IPA members.
On October 5th, IPA members enjoyed the new courts on a beautiful Vermont Fall day in the Lake Champlain Islands for opening day!
Joe Tyson, Parks Regional Manager reiterated support for this new addition for Knight Point. He noted that “State Parks is very good at managing our traditional activities, fishing access, swimming, hiking and picnics. This is a new opportunity for us to expand recreation options for our park visitors.”
This new facility features four dedicated pickleball courts with permanent nets and fencing, as well as player seating, pathway access, and nearby restroom facilities.
“Pickleball is a sport that brings together people of all ages and skill levels. These courts will serve not only our members and the local community, but also provide opportunities for visitors, tournaments, lessons, and intergenerational play.”
2025 IPA Community Outreach
The Champlain Island communities have greatly supported the IPA by allowing us to build 10 wonderful pickleball courts for our everyday use. Now it’s time for us to give back!!! This summer the IPA is sponsoring a FOOD DRIVE for the Champlain Islands Food Shelf (CIFS).
Registration For The 2025 Season Is Open!!!
2025 Intermediate Pickleball Clinic(s)
The IPA is excited to announce a redesigned series of Pickleball Intermediate Clinics, appropriate for Pickleball Levels 3.0-3.5. The IPA will open registration for the Intermediate Clinics on PlayTimeScheduler at 10am on the registration dates.
Playtime Scheduler Mobile App Is Here!
This new app takes everything you love about PlayTime Scheduler and makes it more accessible, convenient and user-friendly. Try It Today!
App Store Download link:
https://playtimescheduler.app
See the IPA’s New Events Calendar
The IPA has a new online events calendar to keep evenyone updated with everything going on throughout the season; the IPA Board of Directors will be updating it with new events as the season progresses so check it out!!!
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Introduction to Islands Pickleball Association
The Islands Pickleball Association, Inc. (IPA) has the stated mission “to promote the game of Pickleball, and to provide for organization of Pickleball programs and activities in Vermont’s Grand Isle County”. Pickleball is similar to tennis, and is played on a smaller court with a net, paddle and ball. It has increased in popularity over the past ten years, particularly among the senior population. Pickleball promotes increased activity, physical and mental wellness and social networking for all, which is particularly helpful in the senior citizens in the islands.
The IPA offers introductory pickleball sessions each summer. With more courts and more volunteer instructors, interest in Champlain Islands Pickleball continues to expand each summer, and IPA membership continues to grow. In the broader view, pickleball continues to be the fastest growing sport in the nation, and accordingly, will impact the growth of pickleball in the Champlain Islands.