Urbana Park District's own site and news posts (e.g. 'Open Gym Pickleball returns') confirm Open Gym Pickleball sessions at Brookens Gym, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9-11am; located in the Champaign County Administration Building. Exact court count not published by the district.
Our picks from the pickleball buying guides — chosen editorially, never by the venue and never by spend.
Paddles · Best overall
JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus 16mm
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Beginner paddles · Best starter feel
JOOLA Essentials
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Balls · Outdoor standard
Franklin X-40 Outdoor (12-pack)
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Brookens Gym offers indoor pickleball.
Small door fee per session (per Urbana Park District open-gym postings)
Yes — Brookens Gym is open to the public on a pay-to-play basis.
Brookens Gym is located at 1776 E Washington St, Urbana, IL 61802.
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