It was my second time here for axe throwing. The first time was okay, nothing to write home about…read more The second visit disgusted me quite literally and figuratively The food was nasty and bland. We had the nachos, charcuterie plate. One of the pieces of cheese looked rotten. In the room next to us, some unattended youth were playing and one of them casually screamed a racial slur. The employee at the axe throwing heard it, the situation was reported to management and the result was the same: nothing. I'll save my hard earned dollars for elsewhere because only if the staff would have heard, they would have done something. Yikes.

I'm a racquet/ paddle kind of person! I've played competitively in badminton, racquetball, tennis…read moreand ping pong. I'm getting up there in age, and friends my age have been transitioning to pickleball. I tried it several years ago, but my knees weren't having it. Decided pickleball wasn't for me. Fast forward a few years. A friend told me that there was a friend on Facebook that was starting a pickleball group. I asked to join the group. I like staying social and active in my old age. For our first get together we decided on a location that was centrally located of where everyone was coming from. I'm in Hillsboro, one was from Vancouver and another was coming from Troutdale. We decided on The People's Courts. I like that there was plenty of parking. I entered the building and it was spacious with plenty of courts, good lighting. I got there early and since I hadn't eaten yet, went to The Kitchen (I love the reference to "kitchen" in pickleball!) to see what they had. There were a few vegan items, I ended up getting fries and a coke zero while waiting for friends. When my friend that made the court reservation got there, there was a mix up with his reservation. He tried to reserve online, but was unsuccessful. So he called and spoke with someone. The problem was that the reservation was for last month. Availability was now more limited. We ended up getting an outdoor court for half an hour. I actually liked playing outdoors, though it was a warm day. We got The Bunker down in the basement for the next hour. I kind of liked it down there because it was private and had fun music playing! We didn't really know the rules, so we just rallied around. It was a great workout! Upstairs, it looked like plenty of courts, plenty of seating areas to gather and be social. Ping pong tables, corn hole thingies. I saw an arcade. Everything you need to have a fun time!

Mostly a basketball volleyball place with a couple courts for Pickleball but no open play pickle…read moreball.

From the owner: We rent gym space by the hour for club teams, groups, trainers, or individuals and are set up for…read morebasketball, volleyball, pickleball, or other gym space use. Current rates are $70 an hour for the full gym or $35 an hour for half gym / cross court. Pickleball is $20 per net with up to 3 nets available.

Permanently closed now. Was great. Wish we had another large vball facility in Portland.read more

They have amazing sand courts for volleyball. That's what attracted me to this facility inside a…read moreneighborhood. The building looks and smells old.

You need to take this intro to pickleball class with Joy Crazy! Shannon is a great instructor with…read morelots of patience and knowledge. The cost of the class is a small price to pay for the knowledge you get from Shannon's instruction. This class is highly recommended.

Joy Crazy Intro to Pickleball is a perfect class if you want to actually learn the rules and the…read morebasics in one class. Shannon is an excellent teacher and accommodates all the different learning styles. We had played pickle ball for fun a few times but realized we didn't understand the rules. My husband I both enjoyed the class and she keeps it fun, well-paced and it works for all levels. It attracts a lot of chill people so it's low pressure and easy for someone coming alone, which was true of most the class. Then we went on and took the beginning doubles for more play. You rotate around in 7 minute games with different partners each time so you get a lot of play time and learn from your partners. It's in a nice gym, with AC, great for year round fun.

What a wonderful park! And the location is gorgeous. In my 20 years living in Portland, I have…read morenever been to this area. Was blown away on the drive out from Portland, coming down 43 following the Williamette River. The area and neighborhoods surrounding this park are just beautiful. The park itself is everything you want it to be. Swings and play structures for the kids and a water fountain/splash play area popular in the warm weaver. Bathrooms. Basketball courts. Tennis courts. Walking paths. Covered picnic area and large open field. We attended one of the Music in the Park concerts and the band was Girl Can't Help It, a Journey cover band. They were absolutely fantastic! Totally rocked it! They are playing on the Spirit of Portland in September. There was a very large crowd gathered on the large rolling green field, but it never felt crowded; everyone had plenty of space. The Music was hopping so there were lots of people dancing in front of the stage. There were families and groups of friends everywhere picnicing and enjoying the music. What a fun evening! The free music and concerts in the park is one of my favorite summer activities. Now that I have discovered Tanner Creek Park, I will proactively seek out their schedule so I can enjoy music here often. It as just that good!

One of the best parks and playgrounds in West Linn…read more --The best skate park --The best play structure. Both in size and variety. Good for all ages. --Tied for best water feature (the revamped one in Willamette Park is fun too) Tanner Creek is home to the Music in the Park summer concert series and is a popular meeting place for families and teens all year round. West Linn is a mix of natural/traditional parks, best represented by Willamette and Mary S. Young, and new parks that have popped up in the newer housing developments that are much more state of the art. Tanner Creek has a nice covered structure for parties, tennis and basketball courts, and large grassy fields. The only thing that is missing is river access. That is why most of my time is spent at Willamette Park.

I can't say enough good things about Portland Tennis & Education (PT&E)…read more This isn't just a place where kids learn tennis - it's a true community hub that combines high-quality coaching with academic support, mentorship, and a genuinely welcoming environment. Every time I'm on site, I see staff and volunteers greeting kids by name, checking in on school, celebrating small wins, and creating a space where students feel seen and supported. The tennis coaching is fantastic, but what really sets PT&E apart is the focus on education and character. Students are getting homework help, learning life skills, and building confidence on and off the court. Families are embraced, not just "served," and you can feel that sense of trust and belonging from the moment you walk in. The leadership team works incredibly hard behind the scenes to keep programs strong, safe, and accessible, and it shows - from well-run events like the annual Tennis Ball to thoughtful communication with families and supporters. If you care about kids, education, and equity in Portland, supporting PT&E is one of the best things you can do.

I love how all money used for booking courts goes directly back into the PT&E's after-school…read moreprogram for academic support, life lessons, and on-court instruction. :)

The Irvington Club is nestled in the middle of the Historic Irvington neighborhood . It is a member…read moreowned tennis club that is the oldest established club west of the Mississippi . Home to 4 indie courts, one doubles outdoor and one outdoor single/pickleball court. The club also has a fair sized pool that operates during the summer and early fall. There are approximately 350 memberships with a wait list that is presently a few hundred... Taking about 8 years to finally get in as a full member.

Get on the list.... Its a blast the community and people are awesome. I will say its a bit tough…read morewaiting but its worth the wait. The list is long because its a small club. I love the staff and the facility. You can take private lessons, spectate and be a guest without being a member but ultimately you should join. Its the heart of Irvington. Dana Austin

I continue to have great experiences with all who work here. I have an issue with a current paddle…read more(my 2nd through them) & they are contacting the manufacturer on my behalf and gave me a loner paddle to play with in the meantime. Amazing service!

This is your one stop shop for everything tennis. The staff are super friendly, helpful and…read moreknowledgeable. I've purchased several racquets and get all of my stringing done here. They also have a program where you can try out racquets before you decide on one. I often go in to ask for help with my over grip and they never charge me for the service. They're the best!

I first learned about East County Pickleball Courts during a Yelp event. I had a great time at the…read moreevent and definitely wanted to come back and play some more. I came with 3 friends, and they had a good time. I called a couple days prior to make a reservation. I made the reservation for Friday at 3pm until 5pm. I was coming from Hillsboro and encountered congested traffic. I saw that I was going to be 15 minutes late. I called to let them know, and they said no problem, they shifted the reservation to 3:15. That was much appreciated! We started playing and had a lot of fun. The people that work there are super friendly! I got to try out the Titan Ace machine. That was so much fun and quite the workout! I would use it everyday if I could! I would sign up for a membership in a heartbeat if I lived close by!

There are 12 padded indoor pickleball courts with dividers between courts. The ceiling is pretty…read morehigh, so high balls are not a concern. There are also many tables available and a lounging area. The facility is equipped with free wifi to boot... There are also two water stations to fill up. One of them has hot water. The proshop has a large variety of drinks, snacks, and some food. There's also a coffee maker. They do sell high end paddles, and they will allow you to demo them for a fee. The bathrooms are very clean, as if I cleaned them myself... The best part is that they have many programs for all levels from open play to round Robin to group and private coaching.