Prime Time
Monday - Friday | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
Saturday & Sunday | 7:00 am - 7:00 pm |
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Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex
At Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex, we have 2 racquetball/handball, 6 single squash courts, 2 doubles squash courts available for squash, and 4 indoor tennis courts.
CHD Recreation Complex offers seasonal (3 month) or annual (12 month) membership for Racquetball, Squash, and Tennis. Visit our membership page for details.
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Prime Time
Monday - Friday | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
Saturday & Sunday | 7:00 am - 7:00 pm |
Non-Prime Court Hours
Monday - Friday | 6:00 am - 5:00 pm |
Call to Book 905.831.1730 or members can book a court online
Racquetball | Squash Info & Court Rates
Courts are booked in 1-hour sessions and can be booked by both members and pay as you go patrons.
Non-member Rates per 1-hour court booking:
Single Courts:
$17.50 per court prime time
$15.50 per court non-prime time
Doubles Squash Courts per 1-hour booking:
$34.00 per court prime time
$30.00 per court non-prime time
Member Rates:
Court fee is waived with purchase of Squash/Racquetball membership. View the Membership Page for details.
Non-members book a court by phone at 905.831.1730
Squash/Racquetball Members book online at prc.gametime.net
Courts are booked in 1 hour sessions and can be booked by both members and pay as you go patrons.
Non-member rates per court booking:
$37.00 per court prime time
$30.00 per court non-prime time
Tennis Member rates per court booking:
$18.00 per court prime time
$14.50 per court non-prime time
Tennis Members receive a 50% reduction on court fees. View the Membership Page for details.
Non Members book a court by phone at 905.831.1730
Tennis Members book online at prc.gametime.net
Tennis Members note:
Booking Online with Game Time (for members)
How to… Instructions for Game Time Software
Follow the steps below to set up your account and start booking:
Youth Handball Lessons 8 - 18 yrs
4 Wall handball is the ultimate cross training sport. Played on a court, it is a game in which the player hits a ball against the wall alternately by opposing players. It is a great cardiovascular activity that is fast and fun, improves agility and hand-eye coordination, endurance and strength.
Sunday Afternoons between January 19 until March 30 (10 wks)
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm or 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
View all details, dates and register for clinics online at pickering.ca/active
Racquetball Lessons, and Tournaments
House League
Beginners/Novice Game Play Night
Wednesdays from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Durham Singles Tournament
March 1 - 2
Register today. Registration closes on February 23
For more information on Racquetball lessons, tournaments, & clinics contact Susan Philips: email: susan.philips@racquetballontario.ca
The Pro Shop is located across from court 3 in the Squash Corridor, and offers various squash and racquetball products , as well as re-stringing service.
For information call the squash office at 905.831.1711 ext 3236
Nicole Pirko is our Squash professional. She has competed internationally, representing Canada at tournaments all over the world. Nicole is a certified level 3 coach, and has a Kinesiology degree from McMaster University where she was inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame. Nicole recently coached the Junior Pan Am Championships in Argentina as well as the senior Pan Am Championships in Guatemala.
Nicole offers clinics, each with four 60-minute sessions, and private/group lessons year round.
Contact Nicole at nicolepirko@gmail.com to register for any of the squash programs.
House Leagues are a great way to get involved in the club and meet players of the same level. We have a very active singles and doubles house league playing in three sessions.
The first session runs from September to December. The second session runs from January to April and the third session runs from April to June.
All levels, from beginner to advanced are included, and you may join the league at any time.
Please call the Squash Office for more information.
The Toronto and District League consists of Teams from clubs in and around the Toronto area who play against each other every week. The Pickering Squash Club has doubles and singles teams for men and women from level “E” to level “A”, as
well as “Masters”.
This is a great opportunity to visit other clubs, have competitive matches and meet new players at your level from around the city. The hosting team provides dinner and refreshments for the visiting team.
Cost: Team divides cost of hosting their guests.
The Pickering Squash Club hosts a variety of doubles and singles tournaments for all levels of players from absolute beginners to very advanced level players.
These include “handicapped friendlies”, three day weekend club or city wide tournaments, and week-long club and major championships.
Upcoming tournaments/events will be posted on the information board outside of the Squash Pro Shop.
Squash Lessons
Private & Semis Private Lessons
Elevate your game with our squash lessons! Whether you prefer private, semi-private, or doubles sessions, our skilled instructors are here to help players of all levels improve their skills, strategy, and technique. Perfect for beginners or seasoned players looking to up their game.
Private Adult Singles
Semi-Private Singles (2 people)
Junior Private Lessons
Adult Doubles Lessons
For more information or to register, contact: Squash Professional, Nicole Pirko: nicolepirko@gmail.com
Adult Squash Clinics for Beginners | Date | Time |
Participants will learn the basic strokes such as the forehand, backhand, serve, and drop shot. Participants also learn the basic rules and strategies of squash. All equipment can be provided. All equipment can be provided. |
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Wednesdays | Jan 8 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
Session 1: Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Session 2: Feb 5, 12, 19, 26 |
Adult Squash Clinics for Intermediate | Date | Time |
This clinic is for participants who have previously taken the beginner clinic and are ready to take their game to the next level. Participants will learn more advanced stokes and techniques as well as shot selection and court movement. You will be introduced to various drills to help take you to the next level. All equipment can be provided. 4 wks | $80.00 hst incl. |
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Wednesdays | Jan 8 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
Beginner Women's Daytime Clinic 4 wks | $80.00 hst incl. |
Date | Time |
Thursdays | Jan 9 | 9:30 am - 10:30 am |
Session 1: Jan 9, 12, 23, 30, Session 2: Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 |
Adult Competitive Drop- in 'level up' clinics are on Saturdays starting at 12:30 pm. This clinic is for competitive players that are participating in the T&D leagues and tournaments.
Friday Morning Doubles Drop-in Round Robin are Fridays from 8:30 am - 10:30 am.
For more information contact Nicole nicolepirko@gmail.com
Participants will learn all the basic necessities of playing squash including proper technique, footwork, rules, scoring, squash etiquette, and a long list of shots to develop and improve upon. Participants are split up according to age and level.
Squash for the 'lil ones' 4 - 8 yrs | Date | Time | Price |
Session 1: Tuesdays (8 wks) |
Starts Jan 11 | 11:30 am - 12:20 pm | $160.00 |
Beginners/Intermediate 7 - 12 yrs | Date | Time | Price |
Session 1: Tuesdays (12 wks) | Jan 15 - Apr 2 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm | $240.00 |
Teens 12 - 16 yrs | Date | Time | Price |
Session 1: Tuesdays (6 wks) |
Jan 15 - Feb 19 | 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | $120.00 |
Session 2: Tuesdays (6 wks) | Feb 26 - Apr 2 | 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | $120.00 |
High Performance / Competitive 7+ |
Starts Sept 14 Tue, Fri, Sun |
For more information or to register, contact: Squash Professional, Nicole Pirko: nicolepirko@gmail.com
At CHD Recreation Complex, we offer private, semi-private, and small group tennis lessons. Visit our Tennis Pro Shop on Court 1 for accessories and 48-hour racquet restringing. To demo the latest racquets, contact Dave.
For more information about tennis memberships, visit our membership page.
Dave Ochotta brings a wealth of experience and passion to our tennis program. A former player on the San Diego State University tennis team, Dave has also competed on international stages, including the Italian Grand Prix and achieving a quarterfinal finish in the Malta International Open.
As a Level III Tennis Canada Certified Coach, Dave offers exceptional expertise and guidance. He organizes engaging daytime and evening leagues, ladders, and tournaments, creating exciting opportunities for our tennis members to play, improve, and connect.
Dave can be contacted at the Tennis Office: 905.831.1711 ext 3235
Private, semi-private, and small group lessons are offered by our Head Tennis Professional, Dave Ochotta, and his Assistant Professionals.
Further information may be found in the Tennis Lesson brochure at the Front Desk. Appointments may be made with Dave from the Front Desk or by phone.
Participants will learn the basics of forehand, backhand, serve, and volley. Class size will be limited to a small group of 4 - 6 students per instructor.
Classes are 5 wks
Fee is $98.00
Beginner | Time |
Tuesdays, Jan 7 - Feb 4 Wednesdays, Jan 8 - Feb 5 |
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm |
Intermediate | Time |
Tuesdays, Jan 7 - Feb 4 Wednesdays, Jan 8 - Feb 5 |
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
No classes March 11 & 12 (March Break) |
Participants will learn the basics of forehand, backhand, serve, and volley. More advanced techniques and strategies may be covered if time permits. This program allows for the playing of games and the establishment of a "network" of tennis friends.
Classes are 7 wks
Fee is $96.00
Beginner 1 | Date | Time |
6 - 9 yrs | Saturdays |
Jan 7 - Feb 22 |
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Beginner 2 | Date | Time |
10 - 15 yrs | Saturdays | Jan 7 - Feb 22 Mar 1 - Apr 22 |
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
No classes March 8 - 15 (March Break) |
All tennis lessons take place at CHD Recreation Complex.
Contact the Tennis Pro for further details and information regarding Tennis Lessons.
All tennis lessons take place at CHD Recreation Complex.
Contact the Tennis Pro for further details and information regarding Tennis Lessons.
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Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex
1867 Valley Farm Road
Pickering, ON L1V 3Y7
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