By Ali Yenchic
Winter in Burlington just got a whole lot more fun.
Burlington Pickleball Complex is in the midst of hosting its first-ever Frozen Paddle Challenge, an 8-week, points-based challenge designed to keep you moving, meeting new people, and improving your game — all winter long. Best of all? It’s totally free and open to all players ages 18+.
From December 1 through January 25, earn points by playing, learning, and getting involved at the Burlington Pickleball Complex. Hit 30 points, and you’ll score an exclusive Frozen Paddle Challenge long-sleeved T-shirt — perfect for chilly court days and showing off your winter grind.
“Winter can make it tough to stay active, but we wanted to give players a fun reason to keep showing up,” said Burlington Pickleball General Manager Rachel Vinson. “Whether you’re brand-new or a regular, the Frozen Paddle Challenge is all about community, consistency, and having a blast on the courts.”
The complex also gave a huge shoutout to their local partners at In Motion Wellness Studio for sponsoring this program. Every Frozen Paddle Challenge participant is eligible to enjoy a complimentary 30-minute stretch session — the perfect way to recover, improve mobility, and keep your body feeling great all winter long.
How It Works
For those looking to stay active, stay social, and keep their paddle warm this winter, getting involved was simple. Register through the CourtReserve app, then play and participate each week. Completing challenge activities at the complex earns you points. Hit 30 points or more by January 25, and you’ve officially completed the challenge — T-shirt earned, bragging rights unleashed.
How to Earn Points
The Frozen Paddle Challenge rewards consistency, improvement, and community. Here’s how you can stack up your points:
- Bring a friend: 2 points
Introduce someone new to Burlington Pickleball and grow the community. - Register for a clinic: 3 points
Level up your skills while earning points. - Improve your DUPR score by 0.25: 2 points
Put in the work, see your rating rise, and get rewarded for your progress. - Play at Burlington Pickleball Complex at least 3 times in a week: 2 points
Show up, play often, and stay warmed up all winter. - Join as a member: 5 points
New to the family? Becoming a member gives you a big boost. - Continued membership (joined prior to Dec. 1): 5 points
Loyal members, we see you — and we’re rewarding you. - Rent the ball machine: 1 point
Get in some focused practice and pick up a point. - Purchase a piece of Burlington Pickleball merch: 5 points
Rep the brand, stay warm, and move closer to that Frozen Paddle tee. - Play with someone new: 1 point
Mix it up, meet new partners, and keep things social. - Tag Burlington Pickleball in a social media post: 2 points
Share your challenge journey online and help spread the word.
Every week is a new chance to add to your total. The more you engage, the faster you’ll reach that 30-point milestone.
Setting the Standard for Innovative Programming
As the Frozen Paddle Challenge wraps up, Burlington Pickleball Complex has already done what it set out to do — keep players moving, connected, and excited about the sport through the heart of winter. Creative programs like this are popping up across the SF Network, showcasing how innovative, community-focused ideas can turn a simple challenge into something players look forward to, season after season.
