Find Your
Program
From beginner clinics to elite junior training, open plays to competitive leagues — DTL has a program for every player at every level.
Ways to play at dtl
Book a Court
Simply book a court by selecting a date and time. Also choose how many friends you want to join your bookin?
Open Play
Come play with others at your level in a friendly setting.
Come out and play with us throughout the week! Each Open Play is an opportunity to mix in and play games with others at your skill level. No partners required!
2 hours: $8 for Members/$16 for Non-Members
3 hours: $12 for Members/$24 for Non-Members
When: Weekend Mornings: 10am – 12pm & 12pm – 2pm
1 hour of drilling with an instructor followed by 1 hour of playing to practice what you learned! Get the best of both worlds with these weekend sessions!
$15 for Members/$25 for Non-Members
When: Weekday Mornings
Where: DTL Annandale and DTL Fairfax
Open plays geared toward players aged 60+. No partner required!
2 hours: $5 for Members/$10 for Non-Members
3 hours: $10 for Members/$20 for Non-Members
CLINICS
Our clinics and series are led by experienced coaches offering players of all skill levels the opportunity to learn, compete, and connect on the court.
Join our weekly clinics designed to help players sharpen fundamentals, build confidence, and improve through structured coaching and competitive play.
Our multi-week series programs provide focused training and consistent development, helping players grow their skills while building chemistry and court awareness over time.
LEAGUES & TOURNAMENTS
Our leagues and tournaments are a chance for you to put your skills to the test.
Compete in organized league play designed for all skill levels, with structured matchups, team camaraderie, and a fun, competitive atmosphere.
Test your game in exciting tournament events where players can compete, challenge themselves, and experience high-energy match play.
DUPR PLAY
DUPR is an innovative rating system that matches players based on their skills for fair, fun, and competitive games!
Establish your DUPR rating through organized match play and gain a trusted skill assessment to help you compete at the right level.
Enjoy fast-paced round robin play with multiple matchups, giving players more court time, competitive reps, and opportunities to connect with others.
JUNIOR PROGRAMS
Our youth sessions are designed for ages 8-16 years old and for ALL levels. Raise the next generation of players.
Advanced youth training focused on skill development, strategy, and competitive growth for players looking to take their game to the next level.
A fun and supportive weekly program where young players can learn fundamentals, build confidence, and enjoy the game alongside friends and teammates.
New to Pickleball?
Don’t worry if you’ve never held a paddle. We have everything you need to get started, from equipment rentals to beginner clinics.
- Introductory Clinics every weekend
- Paddle rentals available on-site
- Friendly community for all skill levels
- Coaches available for private instruction
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Court Shoes
- ✓ Thinner sole means a lower shoe profile, creating more stability.
- ✓ Smoother soles support lateral movement and quick pivots.
- ✓ Softer specialized sole material creates better grip on the court.
Tennis Shoes
- ✕ Taller profile elevates the heel for running support but increases the likelihood of ankle sprains.
- ✕ Traction and curvature are meant for forward-back movement, but don’t stabilize lateral motion.
- ✕ Harder rubber soles do not provide grip on the courts, causing accidents and court damage.
“Tennis” shoes refer to a wide variety of athletic footwear not specifically meant for the games of tennis or pickleball. These shoes provide support for forward-back motion necessary for stability while running or walking, but pickleball requires support for side-to-side motion.
Court shoes are shoes specifically designed for the shifting side-to-side motion used in tennis and pickleball. They provide extra support and stability for such motion and are made of materials meant to grip and provide traction on the court.
The materials used in the soles of court shoes are different. You’ll notice the bottom of court shoes are generally softer, flatter, and provide better grip on courts than tennis shoes. Tennis shoes with hard rubber bottoms will not only mark up and damage courts, but can cause injury by skidding due to improper grip.
