Wellington Adds Futsal And Pickleball To Open Play Offerings At Village Park

Wellington Parks and Recreation is excited to announce the addition of two new open play sports at the Village Park Athletics Complex (11700 Pierson Road).

Open Play Futsal — Experience the thrilling debut of futsal. Futsal is a FIFA-recognized soccer variant, typically played on smaller hardcourts. Open play futsal will be located in the uncovered hockey rink at Village Park, and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Courts will be open on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 5 to 9 p.m.

Players must bring their own soccer balls, wear closed-toed shoes, and check in at the Village Park gymnasium front desk before participating. A valid ID will be required, and children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Non-residents are required to pay a $5 entry fee.

Open Play Pickleball — Indoor pickleball will be coming to the Village Park gymnasium, beginning on Monday, March 4. Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines the elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong, into a lively, competitive game for all ages and abilities. Pickleball will be offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 9 a.m. to noon.

Players can participate on a first-come, first-served basis, and are required to bring their own paddles and balls, and must check in at the Village Park gymnasium front desk before participating. A valid ID will be required, and children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Non-residents are required to pay a $5 entry fee.

For additional details visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/openplay or contact the Village Park front desk at (561) 791-4005.