What’s your Pickleball Rating?

Whatever your level, you belong on the court. Use this simple guide to choose the registration option that fits your play style best.

Find your fit before you hit the court.

Knowing your pickleball rating isn’t just for pros. It helps match you with players at your level for maximum fun at Pickleball for Brain Health. Ratings range from 1.0 to 5.0+, but we’re keeping it simple with three registration options: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced.

Beginner

  • 1.0 What’s a pickleball?

    Fresh outta’ the jar and brand new to the sport with no prior playing experience or foundational skills. You’ve never played, don’t know the rules and are here to learn and have fun. Welcome!

  • 2.0 I came for the vibes.

    Just starting to play, with no background in other sports. You’re picking up the basics, and every game is a new adventure.

  • 2.5 Okay, I’ve got this... I think.

    You’ve played a few times, can keep a short rally going, and know the basic rules, but you’re still getting the hang of things.

Intermediate

  • 3.0 Serious casual.

    You understand the fundamentals: court positioning, basic rules, and can play full points. You’re feeling more confident with each match.

  • 3.5 Game face: activated.

    You’re working on strategy, use both soft and hard shots, get to the non-volley zone regularly, and might be experimenting with advanced positioning like stacking.

  • 4.0 Pickleball is my whole personality.

    You play smart — targeting weaknesses, syncing with your partner, and thinking a few moves ahead. You likely have racquet sport experience and it shows.

  • 4.5 Footwork? Flawless.

    You’ve got solid court movement, great communication, and a variety of shots in your toolkit. Not always 100% consistent, but you’re bringing serious heat.

Advanced

  • 5.0+ VIP: Very Important Pickler.

    This is the top tier — semi-pro to pro players who’ve mastered all aspects of the game. You adjust your style on the fly, dominate with strategy and finesse, and know how to win in almost any scenario.

Paddle for a purpose Help us shape the future of brain health