Suncoast Pickleball Boot Camp
February 10-13, 2026
At PicklePlex in Punta Gorda, FL
REGISTRATION OPENS DECEMBER 1, 2025, AT 8 AM ET
SAVE $100 WHEN YOU REGISTER ON OPENING DAY
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Tired of winter blues and freezing temperatures?
Escape to sunshine, palm trees, and world-class pickleball
for fun and Pickleball training at the Suncoast Pickleball PicklePlex Camp
in Punta Gorda, FL!
You don't want to miss this camp!
The Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau is an excellent resource for discovering everything the area has to offer. Whether you’re looking for recommendations on local attractions, dining options, accommodations, or community events, they can provide the information you need. CLICK HERE to contact the Visitor & Convention Bureau and start exploring all the exciting opportunities in the area!
Everything you NEED for training, in one place.
This camp includes training, lunch on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, plus optional evening socials. Have fun mingling with the pros and players while enhancing your pickleball skills. Lodging is available to you at our host hotel, The Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harbor. CLICK HERE or use the discount code Suncoast Pickleball or click here to book your room at a reduced rate.
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.
LUNCH
Enjoy a nourishing lunch provided between the morning and afternoon training sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
LODGING (Optional)
Unwind at the Sheraton Four Points in Punta Gorda, FL. Lodging is not included in your training package, but we have arranged a discount when you reserve your room. Click Here or use the discount code SUNCOAST PICKLEBALL when booking.
SOCIALS (Optional)
Have fun while mingling with the players and pros at dinner locations in Punta Gorda, FL.
The Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau is an excellent resource for discovering everything the area has to offer. Whether you’re looking for recommendations on local attractions, dining options, accommodations, or community events, they can provide the information you need. CLICK HERE to contact the Visitor & Convention Bureau and start exploring all the exciting opportunities in the area!
The best place to TRAIN, period.
We provide excellent instruction from well-known pros at PicklePlex in Punta Gorda, FL. The pros are very accessible and able to answer your questions and concerns about improving your Pickleball game.
Lodging Facility
Four Points by Sheraton
Punta Gorda Harborside
NOTE: Socials are subject to change due to scheduling and unforeseen circumstances.
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Tuesday - 7:00 pm
The Celtic Ray Public House Irish Pub145 E Marion Ave
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
https://celticray.net/Come join the Suncoast Pickleball group for fun over dinner at Celtic Ray's. The Celtic Ray Public House was founded in 1997 by Kevin Doyle in downtown Punta Gorda, They offer quality imported beers and an authentic Irish pub experience. Enjoy premium draughts, bottled beers, ciders, wines, and a full liquor bar. The menu features traditional Irish favorites, including our world-famous Fish & Chips.
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Wednesday - 7:00 PM
Laishley Crab House150 Laishley Ct
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Phone: (941) 205-5566
https://laishleycrabhouse.com/Join Coach Russell and his posse for socializing with the group at Laishley Crab House. It has been a staple in the Punta Gorda community, offering waterfront dining and the freshest seafood available. Feast on Blue Crab sourced directly from Charlotte Harbor and the Peace River Seafood Market, or savor fresh Alaskan King Crab and Snow Crab flown in daily from Dutch Harbor, Alaska. Enjoy your favorite seafood, steaks, and sushi while enjoying a beautiful waterfront view with your dinner.
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Thursday - 7:00 PM
Harpoon Harry's Restaurant and Sports Bar1200 W Retta Esplanade
Punta Gorda, FL 33950Join the Suncoast Group to mingle and discuss the camp at the Camp Grand Finale Party at Harpoon Harry's in Fisherman's Village. Proudly serving the great community of Punta Gorda since 1993, Harpoon Harry's is an open-air, boat-casual dockside eatery. This local favorite offers a variety of starters, soups, salads, sandwiches, baskets, steam pots, burgers, and seafood dishes, alongside fun cocktails from the bar. Enjoy live entertainment on weekends, air hockey and arcade games, and the best sunset views Punta Gorda offers in a casual waterfront atmosphere.
register now to secure your spot pricing
COMMUTER
Registration Deadline 1/26/2026 at 8 am ET
- Instruction
- Play with a Pro
- Camp T-Shirt
Deadline for Shirt Size: January 26, 2026 - Lunch (Tue, Wed, & Thu)
- Ratings Evaluation Clinic
- Open Play
- Camp Tournament
* Lodging is available at our Hosting Hotel, the Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside.
CLICK HERE TO GET THE EXCLUSIVE SUNCOAST PICKLEBALL DISCOUNT RATE ON BOOKING YOUR ROOM
Use Discount Code: Suncoast Pickleball
Need to discuss your plan? Get in touch to see what option is best for you.
Announcements
#GetReadySCPB@PicklePlex2026
Suncoast PicklePlex Camp starts Tuesday, 2/10/2026, and here are some links to the website and announcements for you.
Most of the information about the camp can be found on the website at https://suncoastpickleball.com/camp-pickleplex-2026
ADDRESSES
PicklePlex
26300 Airport Road
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside
33 Tamiami Trail
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
CLICK HERE TO GET THE EXCLUSIVE SUNCOAST PICKLEBALL RATE WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR ROOM
TRANSPORTATION
For guests staying at The Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside, the hotel will provide transportation from the airport to the hotel and from the hotel to the airport. In addition, they will provide guests shuttle service to places in the area. Contact them at (941) 637-6770 to take advantage of this exclusive service.
RAIN POLICY
While there is no indoor backup option, we are committed to ensuring you get the most out of your camp experience. If it rains on a scheduled day, we will make every effort to extend hours on another day to ensure all court time is completed.
SUGGESTED ITEMS TO BRING
- Pickleball Paddle
- Athletic Clothing
- Comfortable Shoes
- Refillable water bottle
- Notepad and Pen/Pencil
- Chair
- Sunscreen
- Mosquito/Insect repellent
- Cooler
- Light Jacket
- Warm Ups
- Playing Cards
- Board Games
- Plenty of Clothes
- Other Outside Gear as Needed
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.
PRO CONTACT INFORMATION WILL BE LISTED HERE
SCOTT TINGLEY
BOB WHITE
Phone & Text: 419-371-5411
Email: bobwj68@gmail.com
You don't miss this opportunity to live and train with the Pros while having fun enhancing your pickleball skills.
Click the button below to register for camp.
Fun & Entertainment SOCIALS