Long Beach Township is offering free weekly pickleball clinics for children aged 10 to 14, held every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. at the 68th Street courts in Brant Beach through August 27. These beginner-friendly sessions, limited to 18 participants per class and taught by instructors from The Picklr-Manahawkin-LBI club, focus on introducing kids to pickleball through fun drills and hands-on instruction, aiming to have them ready to play after just one clinic. Registration is required online, with many spots already filled and a waitlist available.
The program reflects the growing popularity of pickleball in Long Beach Township, where courts are frequently busy throughout the day. The collaboration between the township’s Recreation Department and The Picklr-Manahawkin-LBI exemplifies a successful public-private partnership that promotes community engagement and healthy activity among youth. With rising interest, these clinics not only teach a new sport but also foster social interaction and physical fitness, with potential for expansion in future seasons.
