Description
This is a social, coached session designed for singles who already know the basics of pickleball and want to meet new people in a fun, relaxed environment.
Meet. Play. Connect.
Tired of dating apps? Ready to meet people in real life?
Join singles from across Hertfordshire at our new Pickleball Singles Mixer in Harpenden.
Whether you’re looking to meet new people, make friends, get active or potentially meet someone special, our Pickleball Social Club offers a fun, low-pressure way to connect with like-minded singles.
No awkward speed dating.
No endless swiping.
Just great people, a fun activity and plenty of opportunities to connect.
Event Details
- Harpenden Leisure Centre
- 📅 Thursday 10th Sept, 8pm – 10pm
- Limited to 24 places
- Balanced attendance with up to 10 men and 10 women
Why Join?
- Meet local singles in a relaxed environment
- Learn one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports
- Stay active and improve your confidence
- Make genuine connections away from dating apps
- Join a growing community of like-minded people
- Enjoy regular events and socials throughout the year
Perfect For Beginners
Never played pickleball before? Perfect.
- This session will be fully coached, helping you learn the rules, understand scoring and build confidence on court.
- Our experienced coach will guide you through everything you need to know, making this the ideal introduction to the sport.
- We have four courts available, ensuring plenty of playing time throughout the evening.
- Equipment is provided.
- Simply turn up and have fun.
What Is Pickleball?
Pickleball combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis into a fast-paced and highly social game that is easy to learn and great fun to play. It’s become one of the fastest-growing sports in the world because almost anyone can pick it up quickly.
You don’t need previous experience, specialist equipment or a high fitness level to get started. The social nature of the game means you’ll play with different people throughout the evening, making it a fantastic way to meet new people naturally.
What To Expect
- 8:00pm Arrival and introductions
- 8:10pm Beginner coaching session
- 9:00pm Social pickleball games with player rotation
- 10:00pm Event finishes
The format is designed to help everyone mix naturally and meet multiple people throughout the evening.
More Than Just One Event…Welcome To The BDB Pickleball Social Club
This isn’t just a one-off mixer. We’ll be returning to the same venue every two weeks, giving members the opportunity to:
- Improve their game
- Build friendships
- Meet new singles regularly
- Become part of a growing social community
Venue & Arrival Information
- Address: Harpenden Leisure Centre, Leyton Road, Harpenden, AL5 2HU
- Part of Everyone Active.
- Parking: Amenbury Lane Car Park is located directly next to the leisure centre and offers approximately 290 spaces.
- Users of the leisure centre can access up to 2 hours of free parking (use the machine inside the centre by the changing rooms)
- Please register your vehicle details on arrival and obtain the required parking ticket where necessary.
On Arrival: Please check in at the gym reception upon arrival. You will then be directed through to the sports hall where Eleni will welcome you and introduce you to the coach and other members.
What To Wear / Bring
- Comfortable sports clothing
- Trainers suitable for indoor sports
- Water bottle (Please note that only bottled water is permitted inside the sports hall)
Equipment is provided.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I come on my own? A: Yes, in fact, most people attend BDB events on their own. The format is designed to help everyone meet and mix naturally.
Q: Is this a dating event? A: This is a social event designed exclusively for singles. Some people attend to meet potential partners, others come to make friends, expand their social circle or simply enjoy a fun activity. Everyone is welcome.
Q: What age range is this singles event for? Open to anyone 30 and above.
Ready To Swap Dating Apps For Pickleball?
Places are limited to just 24 players. Book your place today and become one of the founding members of Hertfordshire’s newest singles social club. Tickets are non-refundable.
Take a look at our Singles events in Hertfordshire.
Jonathan –
Brilliant evening
geoffrey Breese –
Hi Eleni, thanks for organizing! The pickleball venue and setup were great fun, but unfortunately, the turnout was heavily unbalanced. With only 3 women showing up instead of the expected 10, the ratio made it quite difficult for the event to function as a singles mixer, as all the men ended up crowded around just a few players. I’d love to attend again in the future, but it would be great to see tighter confirmation or attendance policies to ensure the numbers actually match what was advertised. Geoffrey
Eleni (store manager) –
Hi Geoffrey,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, and I’m really pleased to hear you enjoyed the venue and pickleball setup.
I’m genuinely as disappointed as you were about the turnout on the night. I had actually sold equal numbers of men’s and women’s tickets for this session and had deliberately kept the numbers slightly lower than the previous event, following feedback that there had been too many people on the courts.
Unfortunately, on this occasion several women who had booked didn’t attend. As tickets had been purchased and the event was fully booked on paper, I had no way of knowing in advance who would ultimately turn up on the night. I completely appreciate that this affected your experience as a singles mixer, and I’m sorry about that.
I work really hard to keep the numbers as balanced as possible because I know how important that is for these events. I’ll certainly continue looking at ways to minimise the impact of no-shows in future.
Regards
Eleni