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Smithfield Tennis and Pickleball Center

Smithfield Tennis and Pickleball Center

5.0(2 reviews)
15.2 mi

Smithfield Tennis and Pickleball Center is one of the top facilities in not only Cedar Rapids, IA…read morebut the entire Midwest! They offer 4 indoor tennis courts, 6 indoor pickleball courts, and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. For each of the indoor courts, they have a live camera to both view from the lobby or to record your matches if you need review or proof of winning a competitive match. Well stocked Pro Shop and Locker Rooms are at the entire which haven't seen either in many other competing centers around town! What makes Smithfield PTC special is their membership offerings for both lessons and clinics. They have a Standard membership if you are a social player or a Premium membership to allow you 6+ Reservations each month. The value of what is included in membership dues compared to what you pay is very affordable. If I were to live in Cedar Rapids full-time, I would be at Smithfield daily for their Pickleball drop-ins and recreation play. All the members I met during my stay were both friendly and inviting on and off the court. Looking forward to coming back to Cedar Rapids to visit Smithfield PTC in the near future!

Newly built facility in the heart of Cedar Rapids. Fantastic court dividers. No more yelling…read more"pickle" I had the opportunity to teach private and group clinics pickleball while being there. The community of players and employees was fantastic. The outdoor courts are going to be amazing! I can't wait to come back.

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ICOR Boxing

ICOR Boxing

5.0(2 reviews)
8.5 mi

I'm in my early 40s, and my fitness was suffering due to a hectic career and having a family. I…read morejoined ICOR to try something very different from anything I had ever done and be challenged. I'm a very peculiar person. I wasn't sure how well I would fit in at a boxing club. To my pleasant discovery, the coaches (Emily and Clif) run a very inclusive club and actively manage conflicts between members if they occur. Members are expected to leave any prejudices at home before they arrive at the gym, and the coaches enforce that. On my first visit, as I was ascertaining how comfortable I would be in this new environment, I saw the first thing that let me know the coaches genuinely care about the community. There was a class in session for people with Parkinson's disease, called Rock Steady Boxing. I watched for a few moments, and was impressed with the passion that the coach appeared to have for helping these folks thrive in the midst of adversity. And it was evident that the class members genuinely enjoyed what was being provided to them in the class. My journey to a fitter life so far has been very positive at ICOR. In spite of being 20 years older than the majority of the members I routinely see in my classes, I feel comfortable and have made some friends. I have also learned a lot about boxing that I never knew before. There is a lot more depth to it than just two people in a ring hitting each other.

If you are looking to get in shape, test yourself, learn to box, and to celebrate your wins in a…read moresupportive environment, check out ICOR. This is a premiere boxing club that is first class in all regards. I have studied martial arts for several years and wanted to take up some formal boxing. Coach Clif is a prior service Marine, boxer, and overall inspiration to all who walk through the door. After my first one-on-one private lesson, I was hooked. This is not a place where people are shamed or embarrassed. All skill levels and varying levels of fitness are welcome. The key is about individual growth and progress. You will be tested, but you will not be broken. I have seen elderly individuals with Parkinson's, middle aged weekend warriors, 20 and 30 somethings, young athletes looking to compete, and everything in between. There is no "type" here. Do yourself a favor and take the plunge. You will get in shape, you will learn some skills, and you will feel better about yourself.

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The Palestra - sports_clubs - Updated May 2026

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