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Beaches Turks & Caicos
Beaches Turks & Caicos— in a winning stroke— has taken the lead as one of the Caribbean’ s prime pickleball getaways.
The all-inclusive luxury resort now boasts eight dedicated state-of-the-art pickleball courts, making it a top destination for pickleball enthusiasts.
Complimentary group sessions and programs for all skill levels are attracting picklers from across the globe. The experience is accompanied by shaded seating, courtside breakfast and other refreshments, surrounded by turquoise waters and white sand beaches.
Alex Milan, the resort’ s fitness program coordinator and an experienced tennis and pickleball instructor, enjoys welcoming new and returning vacationers to the courts.“ The influx of guests who want to play pickleball has been significant, and we offer instruction for beginner, intermediate and advanced players,” he says.“ We also have the flexibility to convert additional tennis courts to accommodate large groups.”
The Beaches Resorts and Sandals Resorts brands have been expanding their pickleball footprint throughout the Caribbean.“ This is the era of pickleball on the island,” says Jamesly Prosper, assistant spa manager since 2018.“ Over the past three years, pickleball has surpassed tennis in a major way. For our guests who love to play pickleball— from children to seniors— we are ready for and welcome all who love the sport.”
Bill and Carol Donovan have been playing pickleball at Beaches Turks & Caicos the past four years.“ We are thrilled that our favorite resort offers our favorite sport,”
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