Indoor Pickleball Club Sets Grand Opening In Manahawkin

MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Pickleball players, get those paddles ready. A brand new indoor pickleball club, The Picklr Manahawkin-LBI, has set its grand opening date for March 15.

This is the first New Jersey location of the company that claims to be "North America’s fastest-growing indoor pickleball franchise."

Located at 205 Route 72 West (Manahawkin, NJ 08050) in the Kohl’s Plaza Shopping Center (formerly Bed, Bath & Beyond), the 22,500-square-foot club features seven professional-quality courts equipped with sound-reducing baffle matrix systems and performance lighting for optimal play, according to a news release. Members will also enjoy a full-service pro shop, café, lounge, and locker rooms.

To celebrate its opening, The Picklr Manahawkin-LBI is hosting an Open House on March 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The free public event will feature tailgating, a DJ, music, food trucks, open play, free clinics and more. Raffles will be held from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. before the ceremonial ribbon cutting. Attendees can also get discounted merchandise including paddles, hats and t-shirts in the pro shop.

Prospective members can take private tours of the facility and learn about membership options, all of which include unlimited play, four free clinics and four free guest passes per month and more. Membership details are also available at thepicklr.com/location/manahawkin-lbi.

“The outpouring of excitement and support since announcing our plans in August has been truly remarkable,” said Tom Neale, owner of the club and long-time homeowner in Surf City. “This overwhelming enthusiasm proves that players were craving a top-tier indoor pickleball experience. The Picklr isn’t just another place to play, it’s a pickleball community hub. With professional quality courts, first-class amenities, and an atmosphere designed for both serious and social players alike, it’s the ultimate destination for players of all levels.”

For additional details on The Picklr Manahawkin-LBI visit thepicklr.com/location/manahawkin-lbi/. You can also connect via Facebook at facebook.com/thepicklr.manahawkin; on Instagram @ThePicklr.ManahawkinLBI or contact us via email manahawkin-lbi.nj@thepicklrfranchise.com.