We wanted the best for our members, so we made the investment.”
The Dollards are also heavily invested in comfort and relaxation off the court with a full bar and restaurant, a viewing deck for easy and clear sightlines of many of the courts, and for those who like to imbibe, a speakeasy. There’ s even a ballroom for weddings and corporate events.
The club includes an expansive Pro Shop as well, with a full inventory of paddles, balls and apparel.
“ We incorporated ideas from the best clubs around the country and added our own wish list of amenities, including a golf simulator, showers and lockers.”
Over the years, the Dollards found an inherent need for proper pickleball instruction, leading to the development of LevelUp Pickleball Camps all across the country.
“ We noticed there was a major instructional void and began meeting pros who were trying to make pickleball their full-time career. We hired several upand-coming players, including Tyson McGuffin, Riley Newman, Dekel Bar, Catherine Parenteau, Lea Jansen, and many others. All five of
those players eventually became national champions and touring pros.
“ Everyone was teaching something different,” adds Dollard.“ The system we developed at LevelUp has evolved over the years, and it remains the most effective major platform for helping players progress through the pickleball levels.” Through the camps, instruction is available at 280 locations per year in 43 states.
Investing in the future of pickleball is a natural progression for the Dollards, who recently hosted the DUPR Collegiate Super Regionals and this year hope to oversee major city and state championship events. •
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