Indoor youth pickleball near Frederick, MD.

Next Gen Pickleball Academy coaches 1 Saturday youth league indoors at The Pickl Park in Frederick, September 26 – October 31, 2026. The YMCA of Frederick County and the City of Frederick's recreation department also list pickleball programs, so check their current schedules for youth times.

The Saturday league at The Pickl Park

The Pickl Park is an indoor pickleball club in Frederick, and Next Gen coaches 1 6-week youth league there. Every session is indoors on cushioned courts, so all six Saturdays run — no rain dates, no cancelled weeks, no weather texts.

Kid's Drill and Play (ages 8–13, Saturdays 2:00–3:00 PM): A fun, high-energy six-week season of drilling and playing pickleball. It's a great entry into the sport for a new or beginner player — no prior experience needed, equipment provided, and lots of chances to hit and move.

Not sure which one fits? Start in Kid's Drill and Play, or email Coach Sam at nextgenacademypb@gmail.com and he'll tell you where your player belongs. Registration and payment go through The Pickl Park, not Next Gen — the Frederick page on our site links straight to each league's listing.

Private lessons in Frederick

Private lessons run at The Pickl Park too, for a child who wants extra 1:1 reps between Saturdays. Email or text Coach Sam and we'll set up a time.

Other places to look

The YMCA of Frederick County runs pickleball at its downtown Frederick location, and the City of Frederick's recreation department lists pickleball classes and indoor play. Both set their own schedules, ages, and prices, so check with them directly — we don't run programs at either.

Coming from Montgomery County? Compare the actual venue, program ages and levels, dates and registration terms before choosing between county options and Frederick. An evaluation can help with placement questions, but the free NGA evaluation is offered in Montgomery County, rather than at a Frederick venue.