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An investment to grow the sport of Pickleball in Vancouver and have access to membership only events, tournaments and sessions both on indoor and outdoor courts.

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indoor & outdoor venues

Rent Facilities for Members

improve existing venues

Equipment and Safety improvements

VPA only Sessions

Skill, ladders and leagues

Court Hosts

Facilitate organized play, etiquette, safety

Publicize Pickleball

More players to enjoy the sport

Grants, sponsorships and donations

Access financial resources available

What you get

Membership Overview

Becoming a Member

Joining the Vancouver Pickleball Association (VPA) connects you with a vibrant community of pickleball enthusiasts throughout the region. As a member, you gain access to exclusive events, priority court bookings, and a supportive network of players at every skill level. VPA is committed to advocating for better facilities and programming, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for all participants.

Membership Benefits

Access to exclusive events and priority court bookings
Networking opportunities with players of all skill levels
Advocacy for improved facilities and programming
Participation in sessions dedicated to specific skill levels, ladders, and leagues
Opportunities to play at venues beyond public facilities

Membership Fee Structure

The Vancouver Pickleball Association (VPA) charges an annual membership fee. In line with national policy, members must also register for Pickleball BC and Pickleball Canada memberships at the same time. Please note that this requirement is set at a national level and not by VPA specifically; the wording matches that on the registration page.

Fee Details

VPA Membership Fee: $10 per year
Pickleball Canada Membership: $10 per year
Pickleball BC Membership: $7.50 per year
Total annual cost including processing fees: $29.44

The membership year runs from January 1st to December 31st, in alignment with Pickleball Canada and Pickleball BC.

Discounts are available for certain groups:

Youth (under 19 years of age): VPA membership fee is waived
Seniors+ (75 years or older): VPA membership fee is waived

If you already hold valid memberships with Pickleball BC and Pickleball Canada, you will not be charged for those again; only the VPA membership fee will apply.

Allocation of Membership Fees

Your annual fees are allocated as follows:

$7.50 for Pickleball BC membership (waived if already a member)
$10.00 for Pickleball Canada membership, which includes insurance benefits (waived if already a member)
The VPA portion of the fee, together with grants, sponsorships, and donations, is invested in association initiatives

Investments and Initiatives

Working with the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation (VBPR) to identify new outdoor court options
Renting facilities for member-only play, including:
- Community Centre gymnasiums
- The Vancouver Curling Club
- Gymnasiums and outdoor play areas at schools
A significant portion of member funds is reserved for facility rental, with entry fees charged to members for exclusive sessions to help recoup costs
Improving existing venues for pickleball use, including:
- Equipment upgrades: storage boxes, nets, lines, paddle boards, barriers, squeegees, brooms, paddles, balls, first-aid kits
- Safety enhancements
- Sound barriers for sensitive neighbourhoods
- Instructional signage for equipment use, protocols, and etiquette
For public venues, most improvement costs are expected to be covered by VBPR, while privately rented facilities may receive VPA funding as needed
Sessions across the city dedicated exclusively to VPA members, enabling targeted play for specific skill levels and formats such as ladders, leagues, and DUPR Play
Publicizing pickleball to attract new players, encourage youth participation (VPA fee waived for those under 19), and raise awareness within VBPR
Publicity efforts may include both free and paid activities, such as news segments and advertisements
Securing grants, sponsorships, and donations to support VPA goals
Maintaining professional governance of the association
Building relationships with neighbouring pickleball associations and clubs throughout the Lower Mainland and BC, which could involve reciprocal play rights, leagues, tournaments, and ladders