Sneaky Cat Pickleball
Premium indoor pickleball venue offering coaching, social & competitive play and pickleball tournaments
With 7-HSA Rebound Ace Courts, Sneaky Cat Pickleball is dedicated to offering incredible playing experiences, from tounaments, social & open play, DUPR competition, Paddle demos with JOOLA paddles and Sneaky Cat Paddles. Shop our merchandise, paddles and pickleball accessories on Play by Point. Ready to play? Book your court now!
Why Play Pickleball at Sneaky Cat?
Located in Thurgoona NSW, in the Albury region, Sneaky Cat Pickleball offers a premium indoor playing experience for all skill levels. Whether you’re new to pickleball or a competitive player, our purpose-built courts, welcoming community and structured programs make it easy to play, improve and make friends.
7 Premium Indoor Courts | HSA Rebound Ace surface for consistent, high-quality play
All Skill Levels Welcome | from beginners to advanced competitors
Structured Play Options | Social sessions, leagues and tournaments available
Onsite Sauna | Recover and relax after your game
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
WE ARE OPEN 8AM DAILY
LEAGUES ARE BACK
New and exciting leagues are happening now! Grab your friends, or sign up solo. With 3 to choose from: 2 – player league, Ladder league and Ladies league. Fierce competition, this is great for consistent week-to-week play to level up your skills without that DUPR pressure!
Sneaky Cat Pickleball Sessions
All abilities welcome
OPEN PLAY – All levels
2 HOUR SESSION
Join us at Sneaky Cat Pickleball for a fun and social 2-hour Pickleball Open Play session, open to players of all skill levels! Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player, this is a great opportunity to meet others, enjoy friendly matches, and improve your skills in a relaxed setting.
Rotations will be managed using our Paddle Rack system to keep games flowing and balanced. Come ready to play, connect, and have a great time on court.
For those who have never played Pickleball, please consider attending Pickleball 101
Social Play – A selection of organised game play
2 HOUR SESSION
New Players Social Play – 2 Hour Session
Our Beginner level of Social play is perfect for newcomers who are just starting their pickleball journey. Participants at this level have a basic understanding of the rules but are still getting familiar with the game. If you’ve played only a few times or are just getting started, this session is ideal for you! Connect with others at a similar skill level and refine your game in a relaxed, 2-hour session.
Don’t worry if you’re unsure about scoring—we’ve got you covered!
Equipment Provided – Paddles and balls are available, so just bring your enthusiasm!
Come ready to rally, meet new friends, and maybe discover your new favourite sport!
NEW PLAYERS START HERE
(Paddle and Ball Hire included)
Discover the fast-growing sport that’s fun, social, and easy to learn with our 101 Beginner Clinic! This beginner-friendly session is perfect for those new to pickleball or looking to brush up on the basics. Led by experienced coaches, the session will cover essential skills such as grip, paddle technique, serving, scoring, and basic court positioning. Our hands-on instruction ensures you get plenty of practice and personalized feedback in a supportive, low-pressure environment. All equipment is provided—just bring your enthusiasm!
Whether you’re trying a new activity or preparing for your first game, this clinic is the perfect way to get started with confidence.
Rally Ready – Beginner to Low Intermediate Program
1 Hour Session
Looking to move from learning the basics to rallying with confidence? Rally Ready is the perfect one-hour session designed to strengthen your fundamentals and prepare you for fun, competitive play.
Who it’s for:
- Players who’ve completed Pickleball 101 or have a basic understanding of pickleball.
- Beginners who want to gain confidence.
- Low-intermediate players looking to sharpen fundamentals and transition into social or league play.
By the end of each session, you’ll leave more confident, more consistent, and ready to step onto the court with ease.
Experienced Players
Leagues are week-to-week, round-robin style matches. Choose your league and level up your game. Need a Partner? Register solo and we can match you up. Oh no the league is full? Reach out and we can contact you when we need subs!
Men’s Ladder League (Starts Wed 18 Mar)
6-week league, your rank rises or falls based on your play. Fierce, fast-paced, and super fun.
Ladies Ladder League (Starts Thu 12 Mar)
Sneaky Cat Ladies Individual Ladder League, a fun, competitive 6-week season designed to help you level up your game.
OPEN PLAY – 2 HOUR SESSION
Our open play is ideal for those looking to improve their game while enjoying the social side of pickleball. This session is designed for players who have refined the basics and are ready to work on minimising errors, court positioning and ball placement, with loads of opportunities for longer rallies and dinking.
Paddles up!
Consider one of our Skills and Drills/ Coaching sessions or our ball machine to enhance and sharpen your game.
For those who have never played Pickleball, please consider attending our Beginner Clinic – Pickleball 101
Paddle Rack system will be used to rotate the participants on the court.
Advanced Open Play – Sneaky Cat Pickleball
Step up your game in this 2-hour Advanced Open Play session designed for high-level players. Fast rallies, sharp hands, smart strategy and Dink wars take the spotlight as you rotate through competitive matchups. It’s the perfect chance to sharpen skills, test yourself against tough opponents, and enjoy the intensity of advanced-level pickleball.
Starting at 7pm – Bring your A-game – limited spots available!
Social Play – A selection of organised game play
2 HOUR SESSION
Sneaky Cat Pickleball – Friday Night DUPR Tournament
Get set for 3 hours of action-packed pickleball with our DUPR Tournament nights! With a chance to win $50 Sneaky Cat Club Credits. #SuperDUPRFridays
BALL MACHINE HIRE – *NOW $1* (WITH ANY COURT HIRE )
Build your skills with our Ball Machine Hire, when booking a court with Play by Point, simply choose Add Paddle or Ball Machine at checkout and click Select Service and then Ball Machine Hire.
Junior Players
JUNIOR CLINIC
Join our Junior Pickleball Clinic designed for beginners aged 8–12 ! In this 1.5-hour session, young players will learn the fundamentals of pickleball in a fun and supportive environment.
Our experienced instructors will guide participants through essential skills such as serving, returning, dinking, and court positioning. Through engaging drills and friendly games, kids will develop hand-eye coordination, agility, and teamwork.
This clinic is the perfect introduction to one of the fastest-growing sports, ensuring a positive and energetic experience for all participants.
Junior Pickleball Academy
Get your kids active and having fun with our Junior Pickleball Academy this Term! Perfect for beginners and developing players aged 8–16, each 1.5-hour session is packed with skills, drills, and game play in a fun, supportive environment.
Spots are limited – book now!
Join the Squad Games – Elevate Your Pickleball Skills!
Ready to take your pickleball game to the next level? Squad Games is the ultimate Sneaky Cat program for junior players eager to sharpen their skills and experience structured match play.
Each session includes:
– 30 minutes of focused coaching to refine techniques and strategies.
– Structured games with on-court coaching to apply what you’ve learned in real-time.
Watch this space for Junior Cats and Adult Cat partner Round Robin events to be announced.
Kids and parents will team up and rotate through matches, testing their skills against other dynamic duos. Building teamwork, sharpening your game, and making fun family memories on the court.
Our Valued Sponsors for Battle of the Border
We are proud to partner with the following organisations, and thank them for their support in our tournament Battle of the Border.
Joola is at Sneaky Cat!
JOOLA Australia has been a leader within the Australian Table Tennis Market for years and has now expanded into Pickleball, with innovation across paddles, balls and accessories in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.
Whether you’re competing on the world stage or enjoying a friendly game at Sneaky Cat Pickleball, JOOLA Australia is here to fuel your passion, empowering every player, from beginners to professionals.
Discover precision with Joola’s paddles available from the Play by Point store (mobile only) or in person at Sneaky Cat Pickleball, Thurgoona.
Register your interest
Get in Touch
02 6057 9334
Located
3/58-98 Bennu Cct, Thurgoona NSW 2640
Email Us
info@sneakycat.com.au
What’s Pickleball?
Basic Pickleball rules:
- Players: Played with 2 or 4 players (singles or doubles).
- Serve:
- Must be underhand.
- From behind the baseline.
- Must land cross-court, past the kitchen in the service area.
Double Bounce Rule:
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- Receiving team must let the serve bounce.
- Serving team must let the return bounce.
- After those two bounces, the ball can be volleyed (hit in the air) or played off the bounce.
Kitchen Rule:
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- Players cannot volley (hit in the air) while standing in the kitchen.
- Players can hit a ball in the kitchen only if it bounces first.
Scoring
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- Points are scored by the serving team only
Want to learn more? Book into Pickleball 101
Sneaky Cat Pickleball is proudly affiliated with Pickleball NSW
