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Paddle, Shoes, Balls & More
Gear
Choosing the right gear at the beginning of your pickleball career will accelerate your growth!
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Our pros teach beginners every week — group clinics or private lessons available.
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Two locations across Ontario — pick the one closest to you (Toronto or Hamilton)
OPA Hamilton
The Jar
Featured bundle
Stop piecing your kit together one item at a time. Ontario Pickleball Academy has curated the ultimate pickleball bundle — four essential pieces of gear, hand-picked by coaches, bundled at a better price.
What's Included:
🏓 JOOLA Heat Vision Scorpeus Pickleball Paddle One of JOOLA's most versatile performance paddles, the Heat Vision Scorpeus is built for players who want explosive pop without sacrificing touch at the kitchen line. Carbon friction surface, responsive core, and a balanced swing weight make it a strong choice for 3.0–4.5 players looking to elevate their game.
🤍 Bodhi ProTack Overgrip Tacky, thin, and moisture-resistant — the Bodhi ProTack keeps your grip locked in through long rallies and sweaty sessions. Wraps clean, holds firm, and extends the life of your paddle handle. A small upgrade that makes a big difference.
💛 Franklin X-40 Outdoor Pickleball The official ball of the US Open Pickleball Championships and one of the most widely used outdoor balls in North America. Consistent flight, durable seams, and true bounce on any hard court surface. If you're playing seriously, this is the ball you're playing with.
🕶️ Kitchen Blockers Eye Protection Purpose-built for pickleball, Kitchen Blockers deliver wide-angle peripheral vision, impact-resistant lenses, and a lightweight wraparound frame that stays put during fast exchanges at the net. Protect your eyes without slowing your reaction time.
Why Bundle & Save?
Individually, this gear adds up. Bundled through OPA, you get everything in one shot — coach-approved, court-ready, and shipped fast from Toronto.
✅ USAP-Approved Paddle 🎁 Perfect as a gift for any skill level 📦 Ships across Canada · Fast fulfillment from Ontario 🏅 Curated by Ontario Pickleball Academy coaches
Perfect for: new players building their first serious kit, intermediate players doing a full gear refresh, or anyone shopping for a pickleball gift that actually gets used.
Pickup available at Hamilton Pro Shop
Usually ready in 24 hours
Pickleball Starter Bundle - Paddles, Balls & Gear
Red/Navy / Stone / White
Hamilton Pro Shop
1185 Stone Church Road East
Hamilton ON L8W 2C6
Canada
Rally Pro Shop
Rally at Sherwood Village
Mississauga ON L5K 2S9
Canada
The Jar
900 Caledonia Rd
North York ON M6B 3Y1
Canada
Common Questions
Before you start
It's one of the easiest racket sports to pick up. Most beginners are rallying within their first hour. Our instructors are specifically trained to get you to that moment fast.
Indoor balls are softer with larger holes, designed for gym court play. Outdoor balls are harder and heavier to handle wind. Both our locations are indoor — so the starter bundle ball is the right choice.
No — loaner paddles are available at both locations. That said, playing with your own paddle faster-tracks your progress, which is why we recommend the starter bundle.