suncoast pickleball boot CAMP #1
May 14-19, 2023

At the Montreat Conference Center in Montreat, NC

REGISTRATION IS OPEN

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Countdown to Camp

You don't want to miss this camp!

Featuring

CAMP PROS

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Deb Harrison
Steve Cole
Scott Tingley
Mindy Yoder
DJ Howard
Laura Fenton Kovanda
Suzanne Bernstein
Chris Powers

Everything you NEED for training, in one place.

This all-inclusive camp includes training, meals, lodging, and evening socials.  Have fun mingling with the pros and players while enhancing your pickleball skills.

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ACTIVITIES What we offer at camp

PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTION

The camp instructors are both pros and top-level players who are experienced with a solid training background. They cater their instruction methods to all levels of play and provide quality instruction combined with drills to advance your game.

PRIVATE LESSONS

Work directly with the pro, or in small groups of 2, 3, or 4. Private lessons with the pros are an additional fee that is not included with your camp fees. The pros set their rates, make their schedule, and collect their fees.

PLAY WITH A PRO

Get on the court to play with and against a Pro while getting an immediate critique of your play and suggestions on shot selection.  With this unique approach, you will gain an understanding of the strategies to use in order to win the point. 

FOOD

Enjoy buffet style food featuring a variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner favorites, including a full salad and dessert bar. Gluten free, vegetarian, and other dietary restriction foods are available.

LODGING

Relax after a day on the courts in comfortable hotel room type accommodations with king, queen, and twin beds, full baths, and cleaning service upon request.

SOCIALS

Have fun and mingle with the players and pros featuring live bands, trivia night, board games, texas hold em, country line dancing, the Rachael Kroog Variety Show, and other assorted entertainment events.

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The best place to TRAIN, period.

We provide a top-rated training facility combined with excellent instruction from well-known pros.  The pros are very accessible and able to answer your questions and concerns about improving your Pickleball game.

Suncoast Pickleball Boot Camp
Daily Schedule

* NOTE: Schedule subject to change.

Sunday, May 14, 2023

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Player check In & Play on the courts (Get your location and time for Evaluation at Camp Check-In)
2:00 pm - 4 pm Mandatory Player Verification Ratings
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Hotel Check-In/Open Play
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Dinner at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall
6:45 pm - 8:00 Campers Welcome at The Barn & Introduction of the Pros

Monday, May 15, 2023

7:00 am Prayer Group - Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am
Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall
8:15 am - 8:30 am Camp Picture at the Courts (wear your camp shirt)
8:30 am - 10:30 am Session 1 - Dinking Strategies and Drills
10:30 am - 12:30 pm Session 2 - 3rd and 5th Shots – Advancing to the Net
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch at the Assembly Inn
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Session 3 -  Volleys and Putaways
4:00 pm - 5:45 pm Open Play / Pro Exhibition / Private Lessons
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Dinner at the Assembly Inn
7:00 pm Social - Texas Holdem with Deb Harrison at the Barn

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

7:00 am Prayer Group Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am - 8:15 am Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall

8:15 am - 8:30 am Warm Ups at the Courts
8:30 am - 10:30 am Session 4 - Serves & Returns
10:30 am - 12:30 am Session 5 - Partner Strategies
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch at The Assembly Inn
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Session 6 - Slow down Bangers/Blocks
4:00 pm - 5:45 pm Open Play/Pro Exhibition/Private Lessons
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Dinner at The Assembly Inn
7:00 pm Social - Live Music with The Marc Keller Band at the Barn

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

7:00 am Prayer Group Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am - 8:15 am Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall

8:15 am - 8:30 am Warm Ups at the Courts
8:30 am - 10:30 am Session 7 - Lobbing and Overheads; Optional - Specialty Shots (Ernie, ATP)
10:30 am - 12:30 pm Session 8 - Offensive Strategies at the NVZ
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch at The Assembly Inn
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Session 9 - Play with Pro / Player's Choice
4:00 pm - 5:45 pm Open Play/Pro Exhibition/Private Lessons
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Massages with Ben Gordon (contact Ben at (216) 905-5220 or bgordbodywork@gmail.com to set up your appointment)
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Dinner at The Assembly Inn Dining Hall
7:00 pm Social - Silent Dance Party in the Barn

Thursday, May 18, 2023

7:00 am Prayer Group Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am - 8:15 am Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall
8:15 am - 8:30 am Warm Ups at the Courts
8:30 am - 9:00 am Session 10 - Q&A with the Pros / Wrapping up the camp
9:00 am - 10:30 am Session 11 - Play with a Pro
10:30 am - 12:00 pm Session 12 - Play with a Pro
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch at The Assembly Inn
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Camp Tournament
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Massages with Ben Gordon (contact Ben at (216) 905-5220 or bgordbodywork@gmail.com to set up your appointment)
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Night on the Town (A list of great Black Mountain Restaurants will be listed on the website)
6:30 pm-8:30 pm Boot Camp Party with Live Music at Mountain Ale House (Meet at the Ale House after Dinner)

Friday, May 19, 2023

7:00 am Prayer Group Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am Breakfast at Assembly Inn Dining Hall

OPTIONS:
8:00 am - 10:30 pm Private Lessons available (see the Pro to book your lesson)
8:00 am - 10:30 am Open Play

11:00 am Check out of Hotel
12:00 pm Camp Ends!!! Thanks for attending!!!

Lodging and Dining Facility

Montreat Assembly Inn on Lake Susan at Suncoast Pickleball Boot Camp in Montreat North Carolina

Montreat Conference Center

401 Assembly Drive • Montreat, NC 28757
(800) 572-2257

The Galax Dining Room at the Assembly Inn offers a variety of items for each meal.  All meals are served buffet-style in the large dining room, and there are additional seating options in the tea garden or on Wharton Porch.  Meal cards will be distributed to you at check-in and are required to enter the dining room.  Vegetarian entrée and gluten-free options are available. Due to shared dining rooms, groups may have reserved seating at every scheduled meal.

Standard breakfast fare includes eggs, biscuits, breakfast meat, and hot cereal as well as a selection of cold cereals, pastry items, yogurt, and fruit. Iced tea, regular & decaf coffee, and assorted juices accompany every breakfast.

Lunch and dinner options include meats, vegetables, starches, homemade soups, and a full salad bar (fresh veggies, lettuces, hummus, prepared salads, etc). The beverage selection includes iced tea, water, milk, regular and decaf coffee. Every meal is accompanied by a selection of desserts.

Montreat uses no meat items in the preparation of our vegetables & starches. All soups (unless noted) are vegetarian and our meats (unless breaded) are all-natural & gluten-free. Canola oil is used for frying and sautéing, and dairy-free margarine is used in our side dish preparations. Soy & almond milk are offered with each meal.

GALAXY DINING ROOM MEAL TIMES:
Breakfast: 7:30-8:30am

Lunch: 12:00-1:30pm
Dinner: 5:30-6:45pm

GIFT SHOP & STORE

We proudly serve Starbucks Coffee™, including signature products such as their Frappuccino™.

The gift shop offers a wide variety of merchandise. 

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Fun & Entertainment SOCIALS

NOTE: Socials may be changed due to scheduling and unavoided circumstances.

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  • Monday - Silent Dance Party

    Mingle with the pros, staff, and players at the Barn and enjoy the silent music event to kick off the fun-filled week of Pickleball training.  The silent music event is where people dance to music while listening to music broadcast via a transmitter.  Wireless headphones worn by the participants pick up the signal. Those without headphones hear no music, giving the effect of a room full of people dancing without music.

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  • Tuesday - Live Band

    Live music in The Barn from 7 pm to 9 pm

    Come join the fun for live music in The Barn from 7 pm to 9 pm.  Bring your cooler, dancing shoes, favorite beverages, and tip money.  The band will have you on your feet dancing.

Deb Harrison Texas Holdem Suncoast Pickleball Training Camp Montreat North Carolina
  • Wednesday - 7:30 pm Texas Holdem hosted by Deb Harrison at the Barn

     

    Join Deb Harrison in The Barn as she hosts Texas Holdem at Montreat 2021. $20 buy in lessons and practice rounds.

    Contact Deb Harrision to sign up:

    Email: picklepongdeb@gmail.com

    Call or Text: 352-430-4446

    Don't forget to bring your mask. It's a great way to hide your poker face!!

    CLICK HERE for Texas Holdem information

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  • Thursday - Night on the Town

    Explore Black Mountain, NC, and have dinner on your own. Black Mountain is a very unique town with lots of charm and character. There is no shortage of good eating establishments.   CLICK HERE to check the listing of restaurants and pick your dining choice.

    At 7:00 pm everyone is invited to meet at either the Pisgah Brewery for a Camp Grand Finale Party and enjoy live music.

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COMMUTER

$ 799 per Person
  • Instruction
  • Play with a Pro
  • Camp T-Shirt
  • Lunch (Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Ratings Evaluation Clinic
  • Open Play
  • Camp Tournament
  • Hike to Mount Lookout
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COMMUTER WITH MEALS

$ 899 per Person
  • Instruction
  • Play with a Pro
  • Camp T-Shirt
  • Socials
  • Breakfast (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, & Fri)
  • Lunch (Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Dinner (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Ratings Evaluation Clinic
  • Open Play
  • Camp Tournament
  • Hike to Mount Lookout
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SINGLE PRIVATE ROOM

$ 1,399 per Person
  • Instruction
  • Play with a Pro
  • Camp T-Shirt
  • Socials
  • Breakfast (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, & Fri)
  • Lunch (Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Dinner (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Lodging (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Ratings Evaluation Clinic
  • Open Play
  • Camp Tournament
  • Hike to Mount Lookout

DOUBLE OCCUPANCY *

$ 1,099 per Person
  • Instruction
  • Play with a Pro
  • Camp T-Shirt
  • Socials
  • Breakfast (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, & Fri)
  • Lunch (Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Dinner (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Lodging (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Ratings Evaluation Clinic
  • Open Play
  • Camp Tournament
  • Hike to Mount Lookout

COUPLES

$ 2,198 per Couple
  • Instruction
  • Play with a Pro
  • Camp T-Shirt
  • Socials
  • Breakfast (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, & Fri)
  • Lunch (Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Dinner (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Lodging (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Ratings Evaluation Clinic
  • Open Play
  • Camp Tournament
  • Hike to Mount Lookout

COUPLES WITH 1 Participating

$ 1,699 per Couple
  • Instruction
  • Play with a Pro
  • Camp T-Shirt
  • Socials
  • Breakfast (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, & Fri)
  • Lunch (Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Dinner (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Lodging (Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, & Thu)
  • Ratings Evaluation Clinic
  • Open Play
  • Camp Tournament
  • Hike to Mount Lookout

* We will not assign roommates for double occupancy rooms. If you sign up for Double Occupancy without a roommate and cannot be matched with a roommate when rooms are assigned, then you are subject to the Private Room rate.

Need to discuss your plan?  Get in touch to see what option is best for you.

MONTREAT WEATHER

Announcements

Check here for updates and announcements about the camp.  During camp, daily announcements will be posted here and texted to your cell phone.


SCPB CAMP #1 Announcements Friday, 5-19-23

Thank you for attending camp. You are the most important part of camp and we hope to see you in the future. We are always here for you, so do not hesitate to contact us. Have a safe trip home!

WEATHER
High in low 70s
Low in mid 50s
4% chance of rain
Possible scattered afternoon thunderstorms
Winds light and variable WSW 4 mph
Don’t forget to wear sunscreen

HIKE
The hike for today has been cancelled.

OPEN PLAY AND PRO LESSONS
Open Play and Pro Lessons are available at the courts from 7 am to noon.

HOTEL CHECK OUT
Check out at the hotel is 11 am. There is a $35 fee charged by Montreat for anyone who has not checked out of their room by 11 am.

TURKS AND CAICOS PROMO DISCOUNT
The sign up discount for camp 1 players has been extended to the end of next week. Get $200 per person off the original rate for only $2,199 per person. This will be a fantastic getaway with great training featuring Scott Tingley and Coach Russell. Enjoy relaxing activities while getting pickleball training. DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS DISCOUNT!!! See Coach Russell, Norm, or Scott and Sign Up Today!

For more information:
https://suncoastpickleball.com/turks-and-caicos/


SCPB CAMP #1 Announcements Wednesday, 5-17-23

TURKS AND CAICOS PROMO DISCOUNT
Sign up while you are at camp to get $200 per person off the original rate for only $2,199 per person. This will be a fantastic getaway with great training featuring Scott Tingley and Coach Russell. Enjoy relaxing activities while getting pickleball training. DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS DISCOUNT!!! See Coach Russell, Norm, or Scott and Sign Up Today!

For more information:
https://suncoastpickleball.com/turks-and-caicos/

RAFFLE
The pros have been very generous and provided some nice gifts for raffle prizes. Raffle tickets will be distributed to you at the beginning of your afternoon session by Norm. After that the raffle tickets will be drawn and you can come by the prize table to match your ticket and see if you are a winner!

MASSAGES AVAILABLE
If you are interested in a massage contact Ben Gordon:
Ben provided us with an incorrect phone number, so the phone number sent yesterday was wrong. Please note the phone number change that he has provided to us.
phone: 216-905-5220
email: bgordbodywork@gmail.com

WEATHER
Partly Cloudy
High in upper 70s
Low in upper 50s
9% chance of rain
Winds light and variable NNW 7 mph
Don’t forget to wear sunscreen

TRAINING SESSIONS
Session 7 - Lobbing and Overheads; Optional - Specialty Shots (Ernie, ATP)
Session 8 - Offensive Strategies at the NVZ
Session 9 - Play with Pro / Player's Choice

DAILY SCHEDULE
WEDNESDAY, MAY 17, 2023
7:00 am Prayer Group Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am - 8:15 am Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall
8:15 am - 8:30 am Warm Ups at the Courts
8:30 am - 10:30 am Session 7 - Lobbing and Overheads; Optional - Specialty Shots (Ernie, ATP)
10:30 am - 12:30 pm Session 8 - Offensive Strategies at the NVZ
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch at The Assembly Inn
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Session 9 - Play with Pro / Player's Choice
4:00 pm - 5:45 pm Open Play/Pro Exhibition/Private Lessons
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Massages with Ben (contact Ben at (216) 905-5220 or bgordonbodywork@gmail.com to set up your appointment)
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Dinner at The Assembly Inn Dining Hall
7:00 pm Social - Silent Dance Party in the Barn

DON'T FORGET PRIVATE PRO LESSONS AND DEMO PADDLES
This is a great way to enhance your playing skills and get personalized training. Do a 1 one or small group with a pro. Contact the pros for rates, and schedules.

Some of the pros have demo paddles available. This is a great chance to try out different paddles. See who has demo paddles.

Click here for pro contact information:

https://suncoastpickleball.com/camp-1-2023/#pro-contact-info


SCPB CAMP #1 Announcements Tuesday, 5-16-23

TEXAS HOLDEM RESULTS:
Final Table
Jim, Ellie, Jo, Mindy, Joanne, Julie, and Scott

1st Place - Jim $100
2nd Place - Joanne $80
3rd Place - Mindy $40
High Hand - Billy $11 with Quad Jacks

MASSAGES AVAILABLE:
If you are interested in a massage contact Ben Gordon:
phone: 216-905-5229
email: bgordbodywork@gmail.com

WEATHER:
High in upper 70s
Low in upper 50s
42% chance of rain
Possible scattered afternoon thunderstorms
Winds light and variable WSW 4 mph
Don’t forget to wear sunscreen:

TRAINING SESSIONS:
Session 4 - Serves & Returns
Session 5 - Partner Strategies
Session 6 - Slow down Bangers/Blocks

DAILY SCHEDULE:
7:00 am Prayer Group Outside Porch by Dining Hall
7:30 am - 8:15 am Breakfast at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall
8:15 am - 8:30 am Warm Ups at the Courts
8:30 am - 10:30 am Session 4 - Serves & Returns
10:30 am - 12:30 am Session 5 - Partner Strategies
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm Lunch at The Assembly Inn
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Session 6 - Slow down Bangers/Blocks
4:00 pm - 5:45 pm Open Play/Pro Exhibition/Private Lessons
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm Dinner at The Assembly Inn
7:00 pm Social - Live Music with The Marc Keller Band at the Barn

DON'T FORGET PRIVATE PRO LESSON AND DEMO PADDLES
This is a great way to enhance your player skills and get personalized training. Do a 1 one or small group with a pro. Contact the pros for rates, schedules.

Some of the pros have demo paddles available. This is a great chance to try out different paddles. See who has demo paddles.
Click here for pro contact

https://suncoastpickleball.com/camp-1-2023/#pro-contact-info


#GetReadyForMontreat2023!!!

Camp #1 starts Sunday, 5/14/2023, and here are some links to the website and announcements for you.  Updates will be sent via text and email to the phone number and email provided on your registration form.  If your information has changed, please let us know.  You should be able to find most of the information about the camp on the website at https://suncoastpickleball.com/camp-1-2023

ADDRESSES
Montreat Conference Center
401 Assembly Drive
Montreat, NC 28757

Bill Wilde Tennis Center
317 Texas Road
Montreat, NC 28757

INDOOR FACILITY - USED IN CASE OF RAIN
Creekside Racquet Club
195 Dogwood Lane
Black Mountain, NC  28711

TRANSPORTATION COMPANIES

There are several transportation companies in the area.  In the past, many players and pros have had good service from Roger at Asheville Affordable Transportation.  You may call or text him at 828-779-7882 or email him at rogerraaac@gmail.com

CLICK HERE for a list of Asheville Transportation Companies

PARKING

There is limited parking near the Assembly Inn for guests with ADA needs/ handicapped placards. There is additional parking along Lake Susan and at Anderson Auditorium. Please see the green Ps on the map. We recommend that guests drop off their bags at the Assembly Inn before parking.

CAMP CHECK-IN

  • Check-in to the camp begins at 12 noon on Sunday, May 14, 2023, at the Bill Wilde Tennis Center.  After checking in, you can play Pickleball on the courts and warm up for evaluations.
  • Check-in to your hotel room at the Montreat Conference Center starts at 3:00 pm and you can check in after evaluations.
  • Bring a copy of your camp confirmation and an ID.  Either a physical copy or a copy on your phone will be acceptable.  Your camp confirmation will be emailed to you.
  • Beginning at 2 pm there will be a mandatory evaluation session.  It is important that you attend this session in order to be put in a group with similar-level players. 
  • After the Evaluation Session, you can check in at the hotel.  Dinner will be from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm, then we will have announcements at the Barn after dinner.
  • For your convenience, below are some links for you to get information about the camp.  Click on the heading to get to the website.

CAMP WEBSITE

This includes information about the camp.  Scroll to the bottom of the page to see daily announcements, player groups, and how to contact the pros at that camp for private lessons.

FAQs

Here are some frequently asked questions about camp.  If you have any other questions, please send an email to us.

SCHEDULE

The schedule will provide you will the days, times, and information about the training sessions.  Note, the subject is scheduled to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

You will find current announcements about the camp.  These announcements will provide information about the camp or changes to the schedule for the day.

PRIVATE LESSONS WITH THE PROS

The Montreat Pickleball Camp Pros will be available for private and small group lessons on Friday morning, and before and after the training sessions. Some instructors may start earlier or later than 8 am. They may also have times available before and after each daily training session. Private and small group lessons are a great way to get personal guidance for developing your Pickleball skills in a private or semi-private setting. These lessons will allow you to receive instruction on the specific skills that you want to improve. You can do a session with 1 and a pro, 2 and a pro, 3 and a pro, or 4 and a pro. Each instructor will set their lesson price, make their own reservations, and collect payment for the lesson. It is best to schedule your private lessons before camp because these private lessons generally sell out quickly. Don't miss out on this chance to get private or small group instruction from these superb Pickleball Pros and Trainers!!!

PLAYER GROUP RATING EVALUATIONS

In order to get everyone in a similar skillset group, players will be evaluated on the Sunday arrival date of your camp on their self-rated skill set. Player evaluation will begin at 2:00 pm on the courts.  For evaluations, you will play games.  Be sure to get warmed up and be ready to play so that you will be in the right group.

GROUP PICTURE

The group picture will be taken on Monday morning at 8:15 am on the Tennis Courts in Montreat, NC. All participants and Pros are asked to wear their camp shirts for the picture.

GREEN INITIATIVE AT MONTREAT CONFERENCE CENTER

Montreat Conference Center has launched a Green Initiative in an effort to reduce waste. As a result, they are requesting that we use water bottles for drinking water instead of paper cups. Don't forget your water bottle so we can work to reduce waste at the Montreat Conference Center.

SUGGESTED ITEMS TO BRING

  • Refillable water bottle (Montreat Conference Center does not provide cups due to a green initiative)
  • Notepad and Pen/Pencil
  • Chair
  • Sunscreen
  • Mosquito/Insect repellent
  • Cooler
  • Light Jacket
  • Warm Ups
  • Hiking Shoes
  • Playing Cards
  • Board Games
  • Plenty of Clothes
  • Other Outside Gear as Needed

WARM-UPS AND STRETCHES ON THE COURTS

Consider doing appropriate stretches, exercises, or a short brisk walk in order to avoid potential injuries.

HYDRATION

Remember to stay hydrated during camp.  At the courts, we will have Igloo coolers with ice water.  You will need a water bottle for drinking this water.  You should start your hydration process before coming to camp to ensure your body is hydrated.

COVID PROTOCOLS

We will adhere to all Covid protocols mandated by the local and national governments and the Montreat Conference Center.  If there are any changes in the COVID-19 protocols, they will be announced before camp.

If you have Covid symptoms while at camp, you will be required to leave the camp and get a Covid test from a medical provider or health facility. If your test is positive for Covid, it is your responsibility to contact the Suncoast Pickleball Staff by email, phone, or text with your certified test results. To return to camp, you must have documented proof of a negative test from a medical or health facility in addition to a documented recommendation from a doctor that you can return to camp and are not contagious with Covid.

If you get Covid while at camp, you will have to leave the camp and there will be no refund. Anyone who is directly exposed to you, such as a roommate or spouse will have to leave the camp with no refund and will be required to get a Covid test from a medical provider or health facility. Even if they test negative and you test positive, the person with close contact will not be allowed to return to camp and should isolate themselves according to CDC Guidelines. There are no refunds for these Covid-related situations, so we highly recommend that you get travel insurance to cover any losses caused by this unforeseen incident.  This policy applies to both in-house and commuter players.

DEADLINES FOR FULL PAYMENT

Full payments are due on the date specified below by 5 pm ET.  If full payment is not received by the deadline, then your reservation in camp is subject to a $50 late fee and may be canceled.  If your reservation is canceled, then your payment is subject to the terms outlined in the Cancellation / Refund Policy.

May Camps: March 21, 2023
Sept Camps #4 & #5: May 12, 2023
Sept Camp #3 June 9, 2023

DIETARY RESTRICTIONS 

The Montreat Conference Center provides a variety of options for people with dietary restrictions.

The kitchen routinely handles peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, seafood, wheat flour, dairy, onions, garlic, and other potential allergens. While we follow all NC Environmental Health Department guidelines for proper food handling and preparation, we are not an allergen-free kitchen.

We strive to accommodate special requests/dietary restrictions but are limited in our offerings. Extremely restrictive diets, outside of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, may be challenging. Those with other dietary restrictions should consider bringing supplementary foods such as snacks, cereals, breads, and salad dressings. Or your own portioned, ready-to-microwave meals.

Assembly Inn rooms are not equipped with refrigerators, but you may contact the kitchen about storing food, use the refrigerator in the kitchen on the first floor by Convocation Hall, or bring a cooler.  There are ice machines on each floor.

We encourage guests to contact the kitchen on their arrival, to go over specific needs during their stay. Please note that if you have a special diet (vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free) you may be instructed to retrieve your meals directly from the kitchen. This is to ensure we have enough food on hand to meet your needs.

Important Allergy/Intolerance Disclaimer:
Montreat Conference Center's food service department makes every attempt to identify ingredients that may cause allergic reactions for guests with food allergies. Along with employee training, our food service team labels items that contain the big 8 FDA allergens (milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, and soybeans); however, there is always a risk of contamination. There is also a possibility that manufacturers of the commercial foods we use could change the formulation at any time, without notice. Guests concerned with food allergies need to be aware of this risk. Guests with food allergies or other food intolerance should consult a chef for specific ingredient questions. Montreat Conference Center will not assume liability for adverse reactions to foods consumed, or items one may come in contact with while eating in the Galax Dining Room, at pre-ordered food/beverage breaks, or at events catered by the Assembly Inn kitchen.

LUNCHES

There will be no more box lunches. Lunches will be served at the Assembly Inn Dining Hall, so we will have to walk to the cafeteria at the Assembly Inn for lunch. It’s about a 5-minute walk. We have added 15 minutes to lunch to accommodate everyone.

WEATHER (CURRENT)

For May, generally, morning temperatures are dipping into the upper 50s and lower 60s. Day temperatures are approaching the upper 70s and lower 80s, so bring a light jacket and appropriate clothing.

INCLEMENT WEATHER & RAIN POLICY

If it rains, we have the option of using the indoor courts at Creekside Racquet, ONLY if they are available.  Creekside is available for us to use in the following session:

  • Monday:       1-5 pm
  • Tuesday:        8-12 noon & 1-5 pm
  • Wednesday:  1-5 pm
  • Thursday:      8 am-12 noon & 1-5 pm

Otherwise, we will go to the barn for video, training, and Q&A sessions. If we go to Creekside, the available courts could be limited.  Inclement weather policy notices will be sent via text and email to the phone and email address you provided at registration.

MASSAGES AVAILABLE

We are working to get a Sports Massage Therapist on-site to provide massages.  Please check back on the website or check your text messages for any updates on the massage therapist.

MONTREAT PRAYER PATH AND LABYRINTH

Prayer Path: http://www.montreatlandcare.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Master-Outdoors-Brochure-March-2018.pdf

Prayer Labyrinth: https://www.prayerideas.org/outdoor-prayer-labyrinth-montreat-north-carolina/

THURSDAY NIGHT OUT

For Thursday Night Out everyone will be on their own for dinner. CLICK HERE for a list of restaurants in Black Mountain. There are a few restaurants that are not on the list such as Trailhead and Foothills Butcher Shop, so you can also do an Internet search on restaurants to find other dining establishments in the area.

From 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm after dinner, everyone is invited to the Mountain Ale House or Pisgah Brewery to hear live music and mingle with the pros and other campers. This is a fun time for everyone.  An announcement will be posted on the website and sent to you for the location.

Player Groups

Montreat 2023 - Camp #1

Baby Got Backhand

BIG DILLS

DYNAMIC DINKERS

Start on Courts 1-2
with DJ Howard
Start on Courts 3-4
with Scott Tingley
Start on Courts 5-6
with Mindy Yoder
Mike Cole
Billy Hughes
Tom Konsler
Jack McManmon
Al Morabbi
Diana Prince
Kat Ulrich
Jim Wheatley
Karla Bartman
Hal Bryson
Nicky Dudley
Pearl Murphy
Cindy Nusbaum
Alan Skelton
Alan Warner
Jo Wheeler
Lou Briner
Ellie Cullom
Diane Martin
Angelo Mazzuca
Susan Mazzuca
Missy McGraw
Elizabeth McManmon
Donna Willmarth

HOT SHOTS

NET NUTS

PICKLICIOUS

Start on Courts 7-8
with Chris Powers
Start on Courts 9-10
with Suzanne Bernstein
Start on Courts 11-12
with Steve Cole
Laurie Boevin
Scott Carlson
Donna Kinney
Pye Meau
Marianne Mekis
Donna Reese
Kim Reese
Dave Restione
Peggy Archambault
Kym Carlson
Julie December
Annemarie Donato
Robin Land
Joanne Levitan
June Morabbi
Rene Skelton
Michelle Borzillo
Karen Bruner
Kathleen Goodhand
Gail Hughes
Diane Imbruglia
Karilea Rhea
Janet Shedd
Marian Sidorick

SIMPLY SMASHING

SUPREME COURT

Start on Courts 13-14
with Laura Fenton Kovanda
Start on Courts 15-16
with Deb Harrison
John Clark
Elizabeth Dietz
Barb Kerr
Paula Kyler
Ginny Newman
Camille Restione
Marie Taylor
Lisa Tenenbaum
Meg Goodhand
Betty Holland
Karen Hoskins
Deb Jennings
Gwen Konsler
Ed Meau
David Monroe
Karla Monroe

Group Rotation Schedule

Camp #1 (5/14-19, 2023)

 
GROUP
MONDAY
TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6 Session 7 Session 8 Session 9 Session 10 Session 11 Session 12
Morning-1 Morning-2 Afternoon Morning-1 Morning-2 Afternoon Morning-1 Morning-2 Afternoon Morning-1 Morning-2 Afternoon
Baby Got Backhand Courts
1 & 2
TBD
Courts
3 & 4
TBD
Courts
5 & 6
TBD
Courts
7 & 8
TBD
Courts
9 & 10
TBD
Courts
11 & 12
TBD
Courts
13 & 14
TBD
Courts
15 & 16
TBD
Courts
1 & 2
TBD
TBD TBD TBD
Big Dills Courts
3 & 4
TBD
Courts
5 & 6
TBD
Courts
7 & 8
TBD
Courts
9 & 10
TBD
Courts
11 & 12
TBD
Courts
13 & 14
TBD
Courts
15 & 16
TBD
Courts
1 & 2
Deb Harrision
Courts
3 & 4
TBD
TBD TBD TBD
Dynamic Dinkers Courts
5 & 6
TBD
Courts
7 & 8
TBD
Courts
9 & 10
TBD
Courts
11 & 12
TBD
Courts
13 & 14
TBD
Courts
15 & 16
TBD
Courts
1 & 2
TBD
Courts
3 & 4
TBD
Courts
5 & 6
TBD
TBD TBD TBD
Hot Shots Courts
7 & 8
TBD
Courts
9 & 10
TBD
Courts
11 & 12
TBD
Courts
13 & 14
TBD
Courts
15 & 16
TBD
Courts
1 & 2
TBD
Courts
3 & 4
TBD
Courts
5 & 6
TBD
Courts
7 & 8
TBD
TBD TBD TBD
Net Nuts Courts
9 & 10
TBD
Courts
11 & 12
TBD
Courts
13 & 14
TBD
Courts
15 & 16
TBD
Courts
1 & 2
TBD
Courts
3 & 4
TBD
Courts
5 & 6
TBD
Courts
7 & 8
TBD
Courts
9 & 10
TBD
TBD TBD TBD
Picklicious Courts
11 & 12
TBD
Courts
13 & 14
TBDh
Courts
15 & 16
TBD
Courts
1 & 2
TBD
Courts
3 & 4
TBD
Courts
5 & 6
TBD
Courts
7 & 8
TBD
Courts
9 & 10
TBD
Courts
11 & 12
TBD
TBD TBD TBD
Simply Smashing Courts
13 & 14
TBD
Courts
15 & 16
TBD
Courts
1 & 2
TBD
Courts
3 & 4
TBD
Courts
5 & 6
TBD
Courts
7 & 8
TBD
Courts
9 & 10
TBD
Courts
11 & 12
TBD
Courts
13 & 14
TBD
TBD TBD TBD
Supreme Court Courts
15 & 16
TBD
Courts
1 & 2
TBD
Courts
3 & 4
TBD
Courts
5 & 6
TBD
Courts
7 & 8
TBD
Courts
9 & 10
TBD
Courts
11 & 12
TBD
Courts
13 & 14
TBD
Courts
15 & 16
TBD
TBD TBD TBD

Pro Contact Information for Private Lessons

Private lessons are a great way to enhance your learning skills.  Take advantage of this unique opportunity to get lesson from this fantastic group of Pickleball teaching professionals.

 

Suzanne Bernstein 

Lessons
Cell phone - text 614-395-1454

Demo Paddles
TMPR paddles - Oculus XT, Ascend XT in different grip sizes & weights


Steve Cole

Lessons
Text: 702-510-3180


Laura Fenton

Lessons
Call or text: 702-468-6337

  • 1 Person - $100 / hr
  • 2 People - $75 each
  • 3 People - $65 each
  • 4 People - $55 each

Demo Paddles
Gearbox Paddles

Items for Sale
Gearbox Paddles


Deb Harrison

Lessons
Contact Info Coming - Please check back

Items for Sale
Deb's Mantra Shirts - $25


DJ Howard

Lessons
Text: 517-980-1867
Email: djhowardpickleball@gmail.com

Demo Paddles
Selkirk
Halo XL
Halo Max
Power Air Invikta
Power Air Epic
Project 003 Invikta
Project 003 Epic


Scott Tingley

Lessons
Phone: (941) 468-7867
Email: Pickleballacademy@gmail.com

Demo Paddles
Selkirk


Mindy J Yoder

Lessons
Email: mindypb0708@gmail.com
Phone: (260) 615-7982

Demo Paddles
Gearbox paddles

Items for Sale
Pickleball Rocks Apparel
Gearbox Paddles

You don't miss this opportunity to live and train with the Pros while having fun enhancing your pickleball skills.

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