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If you've been struggling to find consistent pickleball court time especially during Minnesota's brutal winters there's good news for South Metro residents.

Pickle in the Middle just opened their third location right here in Lakeville, bringing 24/7 access to climate-controlled courts to our community.

Here's what you need to know about this new facility and why it's becoming the go-to spot for pickleball players of all skill levels.

What Is Pickle in the Middle?

Pickle in the Middle is Minnesota's premier indoor pickleball facility, now operating three locations across the metro: Brooklyn Park, Woodbury, and brand-new Lakeville. Each facility offers climate-controlled courts that stay comfortable year-round.

No more weather cancellations or freezing outdoor courts.

The Lakeville location sits at 21300 Juniper Way, Suite 400 (right off Juniper and Cedar), featuring multiple courts available for rent by the hour, league play, and organized events.

How the 24/7 Access Actually Works

One of the biggest differentiators? True 24-hour access. Here's how it works:

Create your free account on the CourtReserve app or website (takes about 2 minutes)
Book your court time through the app—choose your date, time, and court
Receive your unique PIN code via email confirmation
Show up and play anytime—the secure door code lets you in even when staff isn't on-site

https://app.courtreserve.com/Online/Portal/Index/16648

Court Pricing: Peak vs. Non-Peak

Pickle in the Middle uses a simple two-tier pricing structure based on demand (this is subject to change):

Non-Peak Times: $28/hour

Weekdays: 11:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Weekends: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Peak Times: $38/hour

Weekdays: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Weekends: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

All prices are per court per hour and include tax. Split it between four players and you're looking at $7-$9.50 per person for an hour of play—about what you'd pay for a decent coffee drink.

Court Time Packs: The Better Deal for Regular Players

If you're planning to play regularly (and honestly, once you start, you probably will), Court Time Packs offer significant savings:

Starter Pack - $48

Perfect for trying out the facility or occasional play:

3 open play sessions
1 anytime court hour
Saves $10 compared to pay-as-you-go

8-Hour Court Pack - $224

The sweet spot for casual groups and families:

8 anytime court hours (use during peak or non-peak)
Works out to $28/hour (saving up to $80 during peak times)
$7 per player if you split it four ways

16-Hour Court Pack - $416

For weekly crews and serious league players:

16 anytime court hours
$26/hour rate (saves $32 at non-peak, $192 at peak)
$6.50 per player when split four ways

All packs let you book courts whenever you want—no restrictions on peak vs. non-peak usage. Just grab your pack online and choose "Pay by Pack" at checkout.

Reserve time today.

Winter Leagues: Competition for Every Skill Level

Starting the week of January 5, Pickle in the Middle runs 8-week winter leagues with options for every player type. Here's what's available:

Beginner Leagues (2.0-2.75 skill rating)

Multiple time slots throughout the week including:

Coed Social games (various times Monday-Sunday)
Ladies Social leagues (Monday and Tuesday)
DUPR Ladder options for competitive tracking
"Crazy 8's" format on Tuesday and Saturday evenings

Low Intermediate (3.5-4.0)

Step up your game with:

Coed Social leagues (daily options)
DUPR Ladder for skill tracking
Ladies Social and Ladies DUPR options
Mixed Partner DUPR on Fridays
Singles DUPR on Saturday mornings

High Intermediate (2.75-3.5)

Competitive play including:

Men's Partner DUPR on Mondays
Multiple DUPR Ladder times
Partner Social leagues
Social Ladder options
Mix of coed and gender-specific leagues

Advanced (4.0-5.0)

Top-tier competition featuring:

Men's Partner DUPR
Social Ladder leagues
Coed Social options
DUPR Ladder tracking
Multiple Friday night options

Most leagues run 2-2.5 hours and include skill-appropriate play formats. The asterisk (*) next to some skill ratings indicates the league accommodates players at the higher end of that range.