Rydges Resort Hunter Valley - pickleball camp venue
Hunter Valley, NSW6 places left
PickleballCamp
27 Feb – 1 Mar 2027 — Sat to Mon Weekend Camp

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

A Saturday-to-Monday weekend edition — 3 days of expert coaching, luxury villa accommodation & all meals included — an unforgettable pickleball retreat in the Hunter Valley.

Book — $500 DepositView Itinerary
Feb 27 – Mar 1
2027 Dates
2 Nights
Resort Stay
3 Days
Pro Coaching
Free Paddle
Worth $145
All Meals
Included
27 Feb – 1 Mar 2027 (Sat–Mon) · Hunter Valley, NSW
Book This Camp — $500 Deposit
Secure your spot with a $500 deposit. We'll email you within 24 hours to confirm your accommodation, then invoice the balance before camp start.
Prefer to ask questions first? Enquire below →
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley — pickleball camp venue
The Experience

More than a camp.
A pickleball retreat.

Arrive Saturday to your villa at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley, set on 100 acres surrounded by vineyards and the stunning Brokenback Range. Over three days, work with PCI-accredited coach Kelley Keyes in sessions tailored to your level — from power drives and drop shots to doubles strategy and the mental game.

Between sessions, enjoy a fun tournament with prizes and evening strategy talks over dinner. Leave a sharper, more confident player — with a new premium paddle in hand.

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Your Coach

Kelley Keyes

A fully accredited pickleball coach with over two decades of experience developing athletes across tennis, netball and pickleball. Kelley's approach blends technical skill development with tactical strategy and sport psychology — creating confident, disciplined players in an environment that's educational, challenging and fun.

PCI Accredited Coach22 Years CoachingSport Development Diploma (Distinction)AIS Women Leaders Graduate
“I encourage athletes to back themselves and always bring their best effort, both on and off the court.”
Kelley Keyes at the Pickleball Camp welcome desk, with medals and lanyards laid out for the camp tournament
Kelley and Anne coaching a group of players at the net on the camp's blue pickleball courts
Testimonials

What campers say

In their own words — campers on what three days of coaching, good food and new pickleball friends did for their game.

“Thank you for the wonderful experience honing my skills at the camp last week.

I won the Gold in the Women’s Doubles at the Ballina comp in the women’s over 50’s 3.5+ on the Friday after the camp. Yippee.

Really appreciated the camp.”

Lou AhearnGold, Women’s Doubles — Ballina, women’s over 50’s 3.5+
3 Days, 2 Nights

Your Itinerary

Saturday

Arrive & Assess

12:00 PM
Arrive & Meet Over Lunch
1:00 – 4:00 PM
Add consistency to your serves and return of serve, plus dinks and volleys — tailored to your playing level
5:00 PM
'How to play the best doubles of your life' strategy session — and how to avoid the number one biggest mistake the 3.0 player makes, followed by dinner at the resort
Sunday

Skills & Strategy

9:00 – 11:00 AM
Hone your techniques with fun drills and games — and learn how the pros position themselves on the court
12:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 – 4:00 PM
Drive, drop or drip? — what they are and when to use them
5:00 PM
Mind fitness session, followed by dinner at the resort
Monday

Compete & Depart

9:00 – 11:00 AM
Mini tournament with prizes
12:00 PM
Farewell lunch
1:00 PM
Depart
Everything Included

What’s In Your Camp Package

Coaching & Play

✓3 days of PCI-accredited coaching
✓Sessions tailored to your skill level
✓Doubles strategy masterclass
✓Mental game & sport psychology session
✓Fun tournament with prizes
✓Unlimited use of newly purpose-built pickleball courts for your entire stay
✓Free IceRays UV arm sleeves ($45 value)

Stay & Dine

✓2 nights luxury villa accommodation
✓Breakfast and lunch each day
✓Dinner at resort (Saturday)
✓Dinner at resort (Sunday)
Every attendee takes home a free paddle + IceRays UV arm sleeves
Over $190 of premium gear — yours to keep
The Venue

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

Australia's largest inland resort, set on 100 acres surrounded by picturesque vineyards and the rugged Brokenback Range — with 4 purpose-built pickleball courts.

Aerial view of Rydges Resort Hunter Valley with lake and grounds
Rydges Resort grand entrance with stone pillars at sunset
Aerial view of Rydges Resort golf course and countryside
100-Acre Resort
Set among vineyards & mountains
4 Pickleball Courts
Newly purpose-built facilities
Private Villas
Studio, 1-bed & 3-bed options
Multiple Restaurants
GATHER, Brewbar & more
Pool & Fitness
Adults-only pool & 24/7 gym
Hunter Valley
2 hours north of Sydney
Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

We welcome all levels except perfect beginners. You just need to know the rules and have played a little bit of pickleball beforehand to enjoy this camp. Sessions are tailored to your current skill level after an initial assessment on Day 1.

Absolutely. Many attendees come solo and leave with new friends and doubles partners. The social element is a huge part of the experience.

Comfortable court shoes with non-marking soles, athletic clothing suitable for outdoor play, sunscreen, a hat, and a water bottle. We provide a premium paddle — it's yours to keep — but you're welcome to bring your own as well.

Studio Villa ($1,897 pp twin share) suits one single or one couple. 1 Bedroom Villa ($1,897 pp twin share) suits one single, one couple, or two friends. 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Villa ($1,897 pp triple share) suits 3 singles or 3 couples. Single supplement is $300 for a private room.

You pay a $500 deposit online to secure your spot. Once we receive your deposit, we'll email you within 24 hours with a booking info sheet confirming your accommodation choice and all the details. The remaining balance is then invoiced by email and payable before camp start. Your deposit is refundable up to 30 days before camp start, or later if we can secure a replacement booking.

All meals are included — breakfast and lunch each day, plus dinner on Saturday and Sunday evening at the resort. You won't need to worry about food logistics at all.

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley is approximately 2 hours north of Sydney via the M1 motorway. If you're flying from interstate, Newcastle Airport is your closest hub. We recommend arriving by midday on Saturday.

Rydges Resort features 4 newly purpose-built outdoor pickleball courts. You'll have unlimited access to the courts for the duration of your stay.

The camp is open to all adults, men and women. We welcome anyone who wants to improve their pickleball game in a fun, supportive environment.

Secure Your Spot

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

Saturday 27 February to Monday 1 March 2027

$1,897
per person twin share — all inclusive
Single supplement +$300
Accommodation Options
Studio Villa — $1,897 pp twin share
Suits one single or one couple
1 Bedroom Villa — $1,897 pp twin share
Suits one single, one couple or two friends
3 Bed / 2 Bath Villa — $1,897 pp triple share
Suits 3 singles (one per bedroom) or 3 couples
✓2 nights accommodation
✓3 days professional coaching
✓All meals included
✓Free premium paddle ($145 value)
✓Free IceRays UV Sleeves
✓4 pickleball courts
✓Tournament with prizes
How Booking Works
1
Pay your $500 deposit today
Secure checkout via Stripe (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — takes under a minute.
2
We confirm within 24 hours
Linzy or Anne emails you a booking info sheet confirming your accommodation and answering any questions.
3
Balance invoiced before camp
The remaining balance is sent as an emailed invoice, payable before your camp start date. Deposit refundable up to 30 days before camp.
Book — $500 Deposit

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27 Feb – 1 Mar 2027 (Sat–Mon) · Hunter Valley, NSW
Book This Camp — $500 Deposit
Secure your spot with a $500 deposit. We'll email you within 24 hours to confirm your accommodation, then invoice the balance before camp start.
Prefer to ask questions first? Enquire below →
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