October 2026
October at Velocity
Beat the Beasts Oct 22, Azure Core tournament Oct 26 (Microsoft only), KE Fitness, and Halloween costumes on the courts.
October 2026
Your October lineup
Junior Program evenings, yoga with our primary teacher Ellie, Obsessed Camp, and Halloween on the courts — dates are below. Ready to play?
September gave us our first full month together. October builds on that momentum: the Velocity Junior Program is already rolling, yoga is live with Ellie, our primary yoga teacher, and we've hosted play days with Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft. Here's everything on for October.
Weekdays and weekends
7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Open play and court reservations are included with your membership.
This month
This month's dates
Oct 15
Thu · 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Paddle Fitting Clinic with Dalton Hess (THIS MONTH)
Find the paddle that fits your game — clinic led by Head Coach Dalton Hess. Members: register in the app. For more details for now, ask at the front desk.
Oct 22
Wed · 8:00 – 10:00 PM
Beat the Beasts (THIS MONTH)
The competitive energy is back — Beat the Beasts returns Wednesday night. Bring your game. Members: register in the app. For more details for now, ask at the front desk.
Oct 24
Fri · 12:00 – 4:00 PM
Obsessed Pickleballers Camp (PRIVATE · AT THE CLUB)
A private club afternoon for Obsessed Pickleballers — focused play and coaching energy for our community. Not open public registration; happening here at Velocity.
Oct 25
Sat · 2:00 – 6:00 PM
Pickleball & Mahjong (PRIVATE · AT THE CLUB)
A private club gathering mixing pickleball with mahjong — on the courts, then around the tiles. Hosted for our community here at Velocity (not an open public event).
Oct 26
Mon · 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Azure Core Pickleball Tournament 2026 (MICROSOFT EMPLOYEES ONLY)
Get ready for an exciting competition at Velocity Pickleball Club (9660 153rd Ave NE, Redmond). Microsoft employees only. $25 minimum donation — all proceeds go to the PCRF & Washington Dept of Fish & Wildlife. Registration deadline: Thursday, October 22, 2026. Questions? Contact mjaffer or uladiwala.
Oct 30
Fri · Evening open play
Halloween on the courts — costumes welcome
Friday evening open play turns into a costume contest — come play in your Halloween Trick-or-Treat best. Costumes encouraged all evening.
Now underway
Velocity Junior Program
For kids ages 8–15 who want to learn, play, and grow their pickleball skills in a fun, structured, and supportive environment. Pathway: PLAY · LEARN · GROW.
Packages: 4, 8, or 12 sessions / month.
Weekly schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday · 5:00–6:00 PM. Sessions must be booked through the Velocity app.
What kids will develop:
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Fundamentals & technique
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shot selection
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movement, footwork & coordination
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sportsmanship & teamwork
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confidence & game awareness
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skills to progress from recreational to competitive play
For more information, connect with Pash or email [email protected].
New
Yoga with Ellie
Yoga is underway at Velocity, led by Ellie, our primary yoga teacher. More of her classes are rolling out through October — all levels welcome.
Ellie
Primary Yoga Teacher
I'm a certified yoga teacher trained through Yoga Medicine, currently continuing my education in therapeutic yoga to better support students at every stage of life. My background in high-tech program leadership brings structure, clarity, and intentional design to my teaching—influencing everything from how a class is sequenced to how the room feels.
My teaching practice spans a wide range of students, from children discovering movement to seniors building balance and confidence, alongside specialized support for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. I offer welcoming, non-competitive, and accessible classes designed to be approachable for first timers and grounding for regulars alike. My goal is to guide with empathy and clarity, creating a safe, empowering space where you can build a practice that honors your body and meets you exactly where you are.
Stop by the front desk or check the Velocity app for the latest class times.
Coaching
1:1 coaching
Want extra reps? 1:1 coaching is available — ask at the front desk or book through the app.
Dalton
Head Coach
Playing since 2018 with 5+ years of coaching experience, Dalton has won over 40 medals at the 5.0+ level across his 8-year career and still competes throughout the year. Known for his deceptive shots and quick hands, he loves teaching strategy and court awareness, and breaks down the fundamentals for players of every level.
At the club
Recent events at the club
A look at gatherings we've hosted lately — private groups and community play on our courts.
Want to host your group here? [email protected].
Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft rallied here this month — your team can too. The courts and lounge handled company play days with energy to spare.
Corporate events: Team building, offsites, and company tournaments — a different way to get the team together.
Private events: Birthdays, anniversaries, and milestone celebrations — book the courts and lounge for your group.
Book with [email protected].
New · Free
KE Fitness
We're partnering with KE Fitness (Kutting Edge). A member of their team will run two free weekly sessions for Velocity members:
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Lunch consulting · 12:00 – 1:00 PM — Coaches talk with members about techniques and tactics for injury prevention and recovery.
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Evening movement · 6:30 – 7:30 PM — Warm-up for the 7–9 PM open play group, plus a cool-down for members coming out of the 5–7 PM open play session.
Included for members — stop by the front desk for the weekly schedule.
Every day
Open Play
Every day, choose your track: Social/Friendly or Competitive.
Weekdays: 7–9 AM, 11 AM–1 PM, 4–6 PM, 6–8 PM, 8–10 PM. Each is Morning or Evening Open Play, Social/Friendly & Competitive.
Weekends: 8–11 AM and 11 AM–2 PM, Morning Open Play, Social/Friendly & Competitive.
On site
Pro shop & rentals
Everything you need is available on-site — no need to bring your own gear.
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Pro shop: Paddles, balls, shoes, and apparel from JOOLA and other top brands, in-house and ready to buy. Select items are currently on clearance.
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Paddle rental: Demo any paddle for $5 per session. Forgot yours or just want to try something new? Rentals are available at the front desk.
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Ball machine rental: Practice on your own time — our pickleball ball machine is available to rent for $15/hour or $20 for two hours.
Thanks — see you on the courts.
Use the Velocity app to reserve courts and open play — it's the fastest way to book your spot.
Questions? [email protected] or 425-645-6656.
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