Ballarat’s Pickleball at its finest

Around the courts, you’ll hear us called the Highlanders. Some members affectionately refer to themselves as CHPCers. Whichever name you use, it’s all about community, competition, and fun. Come play with us today!

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Central Highlands Pickleball Classic 2026

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Use discount code: CHPCLASSIC26
for 10% off your booking (min 3 night stay)

Ballarat is about to go BIG.

From 23–26 January 2026, the Ballarat Regional Tennis Centre will transform into Pickleball Central for the inaugural Central Highlands Pickleball Classic four days of dinks, drives, and drama.

With 36 courts in action, this will be the largest pickleball tournament the Central Highlands has ever seen. Expect stacked divisions, electric rallies, and a community vibe where on-court battles turn into off-court stories.

We’re calling all pickleballers from fresh paddlers finding their feet to 4.5 assassins chasing the smash. Make it your final summer fling before February calls everyone back to reality.

Entry Fees

  • Early Bird: $60 (includes first event) + $20 per additional event

  • Standard: $75 (includes first event) + $20 per additional event

  • Late: $85 (includes first event) + $20 per additional event

Playing Doubles?

No partner yet? No problem. Enter solo. We might play cupid, but the responsibility is yours to lock in your doubles partner and secure the team.

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