Kansas Youth Pickleball launched in 2025 and I have never been more excited about the future of pickleball in our state. This newly launched nonprofit organization is dedicated to bringing students and educators together through the power of play.
KYP connects youth with valuable resources and mentors to
✅ Teach the fundamentals of pickleball in a fun, inclusive environment
✅ Connect youth players with local coaches, leagues, and tournaments
✅ Inspire the next generation of athletes through teamwork, sportsmanship, and play
This fall KYP has partnered with TapNPaddles to host the first Kansas Youth Pickleball Open on November 22, 2025. This is a team pickleball tournament for students in grades 9 through 12. You can find out more about the tournament here.
Additionally, KYP worked with several pickleball venues across the city to make court time more accessible and affordable for our youth.
Chicken N Pickle – 1240 N Greenwich, Wichita, KS – (316) 535-7150
- Rates: $20/hr indoor and $5/hr outdoor based on availability
- Student ID Requirement: none
- Waiver Requirement: yes
- Equipment Provided: yes
- How to Book: Must email kimb@chickennpickle.com first and second options for day/time preferences at least 3 days prior to booking date/time requested.
TapNPaddles – 4956 E 35th St N, Wichita, KS – (316) 241-7408
- Rates: $16/hr after 4 PM on weekends and 11 AM to 5 PM on weekdays
- Student ID Requirement: yes
- Waiver Requirement: yes
- Equipment Provided: yes
- How to Book: Call (316) 241-7408 to reserve a court.
The Sandbox at Derby – 2412 N Rock Rd, Derby, KS – (316) 400-5454
- Rates: $5/hr outdoor from 11 AM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday, 11 AM to 9 PM Sunday
- Student ID Requirement: yes
- Waiver Requirement: none
- Equipment Provided: yes
- How to Book: Call (316) 400-5454 to reserve a court.
The Sandbox at Goddard – 130 Goddard Rd, Goddard, KS – (316) 789-2424
- Rates: $20/hr indoor and $5/hr outdoor from 11 AM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday, 11 AM to 9 PM Sunday
- Student ID Requirement: yes
- Waiver Requirement: none
- Equipment Provided: yes
- How to Book: Call (316) 789-2424 to reserve a court.
Riverside Tennis Center – 551 Nims, Wichita, KS – (316) 337-9257
- Rates: $23/hr indoor and $4/hr outdoor 8 AM to 4 PM on weekends and 9 AM to 9 PM on weekdays based on court availability
- Student ID Requirement: yes
- Waiver Requirement: none
- Equipment Provided: limited
- How to Book: Call (316) 337-9257 to reserve a court.
The Pickle Center at West YMCA – 6940 Newell St, Wichita, KS – (316) 942-2271
- Rates: $10/hr for YMCA members or $20/hr for non-members Monday 1:30-6:00 PM, Tuesday 2:30-5:30 PM, Saturday 12:00-5:00 PM, Sunday 12:00-2:00 PM based on availability (teen memberships are available)
- Student ID Requirement: none
- Waiver Requirement: yes, if not a YMCA member
- Equipment Provided: balls only
- How to Book: Call (316) 942-2271 to reserve a court.
NOTE: The special rates listed above are for currently enrolled high school and middle school students. Middle school students must be accompanied by an adult. Youth are also welcome to join any of the publicly advertised open play at each of these locations. All information listed is subject to change. Please call the venue before making plans.
Pickleball playing opportunities for our youth have never been more available. The future of pickleball in Kansas is bright and I’m excited to see our youth get involved in our favorite sport.