FAQs

MONTREAT WEATHER

May Climate and Weather Averages in Black Mountain and Montreat, NC

  • Average temperatures:  75° / 48°
  • Mean Temp: 64 °F
  • Precipitation: 1.97"
  • Humidity: 70%
  • Dew Point: 53 °F
  • Wind: 5 mph
  • Pressure: 30.04 "Hg
  • Visibility: 9 mi

September Climate and Weather Averages in Black Mountain and Montreat, NC

  • Average temperatures:  77° / 57°
  • Mean Temp: 67 °F
  • Precipitation: 1.96"
  • Humidity: 76%
  • Dew Point: 59 °F
  • Wind: 4 mph
  • Pressure: 30.08 "Hg
  • Visibility: 8 mi

Current temperatures range from 64 to 74+ degrees.  For camp months, mornings and nights are cooler, but the temperatures in the day during sessions will be hot.  A light jacket is suggested.

CLICK HERE for the current weather forecast.

Suggested items to Bring

  • Refillable water bottle (cups are not provided by Montreat Conference Center or the YMCA due to a green initiative)
  • Notepad and Pen/Pencil
  • Chair
  • Sunscreen
  • Cooler
  • Hiking Shoes
  • Playing Cards
  • Board Games
  • Plenty of Clothes
  • Other Outside Gear as Needed

Does Montreat provide sheets, microwaves, or mini-fridges?

Montreat provides sheets and towels during your stay.  Rooms are not cleaned daily, but you can request maid service during your stay by contacting the front desk.  If you need extra towels or other items, you can find them on tables and carts in the hallways on each floor or contact the front desk.

There are no microwaves, mini-fridges, or TVs in the rooms.  On some of the floors, there are refrigerators.  If you want to keep something cold in your room, bring an ice chest.  There are ice machines on each floor.

What is the Schedule?

NOTE: The schedule is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Click the camp below to see the current schedule for that camp.

Who are the pros at Camp?

CLICK HERE to see the Pros at Camp.

How close is the Assembly Inn to the Pickleball courts?

The Pickleball courts are about 1/4 mile from the Assembly Inn.  It is a nice walk and a good way to warm up and stretch your muscles before and after the sessions.  There is parking available at the Pickleball courts, so you can drive there, too.

How close is the meal location to the playing/training location?

Meals are served at the Assembly Inn, so refer to the information above about walking or driving to the courts.

Will bottled water be supplied court-side?

Montreat has a green initiative, so plastic bottled water and cups are not used.  Ice water in an Igloo cooler will be provided at the courts.  You will need to bring a water bottle for your consumption of water.  There will also be coolers with ice so that you can fill your water bottle.  Be sure to use the pitcher or ladle to scoop your ice.  Please do not use your hands.

How do you evaluate players to put the in player groups?

A mandatory evaluation session must be attended so that you can be placed in a group with similar-level players. If you do not attend the evaluation session, you could be put in a lower group.

  • Evaluations will consist of the pros observing everyone playing Skinny Singles, where 2 players play one-on-one. We will use rally scoring. Rally scoring means that a point is scored EVERY rally whether the server won the rally or the receiver won the rally. There will be one skinny singles game going on per court. You will play both cross-court and straight ahead based on your score and your opponent's score. When your score is even, you will be on the right side of your court. When your score is odd, you will be on the left side of your court. For example, if the score is 1-2 and you are serving, you will be serving on the left side of your court to your opponent, who will be receiving from the right side of his/her court. Since we are using rally scoring, you will change sides of your court if you win the point, whether you were receiving or serving. Each game will last for 3-4 minutes, and the highest score is the winner at the end of the 3-4 minute game. If the score is tied, then you will play one more point to determine the winner. Winners will move up a court and split, and losers will move down a court and split. You will play 9-10 rounds. We will do evaluations in 2 groups. Upon arrival, you will either be assigned to group 1 (from 2-3 pm) or group 2 (from 3-4 pm). You should come ready to play and warm up accordingly, but do not warm up so much that you are more fatigued during evaluations.
  • Here is some information on Skinny Singles: https://thepickleballsource.com/skinny-singles-pickleball/

What are the nightly activities scheduled?

Click the camp below to see the Nightly Socials planned for that camp.

What is the alcohol policy at Montreat?

Alcohol may be consumed and should be put in a concealed container, like Solo Cups.  Guests should maintain a responsible demeanor.

What is the rain or catastrophic weather plan?

In case of rain, we will have indoor activities at the Barn, Assembly Inn, and the Bill WildeTennis Center.  These activities will include, but are not limited to, analysis of videos, lectures from the pros, instruction on strategies and shot selection, and ping pong in the Bill Wilde Center.

In case of a hurricane, damaging weather, or other catastrophic emergencies that cancel the camp entirely, you'll get Full Credit for any one of our future Suncoast Camps.

If you purchased travel insurance, then you can contact the insurance company to determine if you are eligible to file a claim to get a refund from the travel insurance company.  We highly recommend the purchase of travel insurance to protect your prepaid investment.

CLICK HERE to get more information on travel insurance.

Is there transportation available from the airport to the Montreat Conference Center or in the area?

The Montreat Conference Center does not provide transportation to and from the airport or other places.

Several transportation companies in the area, including Uber, Lyft, taxis, and other specialized companies, provide transportation from the Asheville Airport to Montreat and the Asheville 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 [email protected]

CLICK HERE for a list of Asheville Transportation Companies

Are there washers and dryers at Montreat?

There are no washers and dryers at Montreat.

Is there a laundry service?

You may contact Black Mountain Coin Laundry Service to see if they will do a pickup and delivery or a drop-off and wash for your laundry.

Here is their contact information:

Black Mountain Coin Laundry (BMCL)
107 WNC Shopping Ctr
Black Mountain, NC  28711
blackmountainlaundry.com

[email protected] - Email is preferred for general questions and immediate trouble calls during Non-Attended Hours.

(828) 664-9267- Phone is answered during Attended Hours.

Massage Service

Massages are available from massage therapists in the area.  You can do an internet search to find a therapist in the area.

Message Board

There will be easels with camp information posted on the first floor of the Assembly Inn by the front desk and also in the main lobby by the fireplace.  We will also post information at the Bill Wilde Tennis Courts.

Pro Lessons

The pros will provide private and small group lessons before and after daily sessions.  Some of the pros will also be available on Friday morning.  You will need to contact the pros to schedule and pay for your lessons.  See the Announcements Section for your camp about Pro contact information.

Does the Assembly Inn have wifi internet access?

Yes, there is internet wifi access at the Assembly Inn.  You will be given an access code at check-in.  There is no wifi internet access at the Tennis Courts, but you may get a cell signal that will provide internet access.

For camps at the YMCA, the wifi internet access is open.  If you move from building to building, you may have to log in again.

How do I win a Raffle Prize?

The pros will bring raffle prizes for the players.  You will be given a ticket when you check-in.  The ticket is with your badge.  You should write your name on your ticket or put it in a safe place so that you do not lose it.  When the raffle tickets are drawn, you will match your ticket to the ticket on the prize to see if you are a winner!

Will I get a meal ticket?

Meal tickets will be given to you when you check-in to the Assembly Inn.  If you are a commuter, meal tickets will be given to you at registration check-in or at the Dining Hall on your first night to eat.  You should write your name and contact information on the back of your meal ticket in case you lose it.  Montreat does not replace lost meal tickets.  If you lose your meal ticket, you may have to purchase another one from the Montreat Conference Center.

How will I get camp updates during camp?

Updates will be sent via text and email to your registration form's phone number and email.  Note some cell phone providers and manufacturers block mass text messages, so you should contact your provider or manufacturer before camp to ensure you can get mass text messages.  Also, security settings on your phone could keep you from getting mass text messages.

WHAT TO EXPECT WHILE STAYING AT THE MONTREAT ASSEMBLY INN

  • The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day, and our staff are pleased to assist you and serve your needs. You may call them at 828-419-9844.
  • Wi-Fi is available in Assembly Inn. Access information can be found on the back of your key card packet or at the Front Desk.
  • Check-in is at 3 pm. Room doors at Assembly Inn use radio frequency locks and automatically close and lock behind you. Please keep your key card with you. Doors are unlocked by holding the key card up against the lock.
  • Check-out is at 11 am (late check-out fees apply). Please return all keys to the Front Desk at check-out.
  • All rooms have either one king bed, one queen bed, or two twin beds. While some guest rooms have private baths and others have connecting baths, all baths are tiled and equipped with tubs and showers.  Suncoast Pickleball players do not use the connecting baths unless they are requested.
  • Standard guest rooms do not have TVs, phones, refrigerators, microwaves, or coffee makers. A limited number of hair dryers and irons can be checked out from the front desk.
  • We provide all linens and towels in the rooms at Assembly Inn and bar soap for the bathrooms. We do not provide shampoo, conditioner, etc. However, those items can be purchased at the front desk of Assembly Inn or the Montreat Store.  There is also an Ingles Grocery Store about 10 minutes away in Black Mountain.
  • Quiet hours in Montreat begin at 11 pm. Please keep noise at a minimum after 11 pm to stay within compliance with the Town of Montreat sound ordinance.
  • 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.
  • There are no laundry facilities at Assembly Inn.
  • If you are eating meals in the Galax Dining Room, meals are served buffet style, and individuals are expected to bus their own dishes. Please carry your meal card with you. It will be checked at the door to the dining room. To-go boxes/cups are available - dining room cups/plates/utensils should not be removed.
  • Montreat is a tobacco/smoke/vape-free environment. Please ask the front desk for directions to the designated smoking area.