Where to Play Pickleball in the Concord, MA Area: Top Courts & Must-Know Venues

Bob Wiltse, REALTOR®

June 17, 2025

Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the U.S., and the Concord, Massachusetts, area is no exception. With a mix of free public courts, indoor recreation centers, private clubs, and active online scheduling systems via the TeamReach and SignUpGenius apps, there are more ways than ever to get involved.

Pickleball in and around Concord, MA

Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned player looking for competition, this guide will show you where to play pickleball in Concord and surrounding towns, including how to access organized games and recreation programs.

TeamReach: Your Key to Organized Pickleball

What is TeamReach? TeamReach is a free mobile app local pickleball communities use to schedule games, communicate with players, and organize court time. Once you download the app and enter a group code, you can access calendars, updates, attendance tracking, and event sign-ups.

How to Use It:

1. Download the TeamReach app (iOS or Android)

2. Create an account

3. Enter the group code(s) listed below for your preferred location

4. View open play sessions, add your name to attend, and get real-time updates on weather or changes

Public Courts Using TeamReach

1. Rideout Playground – Concord

• Address: 61 Laws Brook Rd, Concord, MA 01742

• Courts: 6 outdoor courts (no nets provided)

• Group Code: CGP01742

• Details: Free, first-come-first-served; organized sessions via TeamReach

  
  

2. Elm Street Courts – Acton

• Address: 19 Elm St, Acton, MA 01720

• Group Code: 01720

• Details: Outdoor courts with organized open play via TeamReach

  
  

3. Liberty Fields – Boxborough

• Address: 1100 Liberty Square Rd, Boxborough, MA 01719

• Group Code: 01719PB

• Details: Drop-in sessions and clinics multiple times per week

  
  

4. Green Meadow School Courts – Maynard

• Address: Alumni Field, Maynard, MA 01754

• Group Code: 01754PB

• Details: Morning and evening sessions; used for town rec play and organized matches

  
  

5. Stow Community Park

• Address: 60 Old Bolton Rd, Stow, MA 01775

• Group Code: 01775

• Details: Well-maintained outdoor courts with regular open play

  
  

6. Shattuck Street Courts – Littleton

• Address: 41 Shattuck St, Littleton, MA 01460

• Group Code: 01460

• Details: Town-run courts with open play and TeamReach coordination

  
  

7. The Mill Works – Westford

• Address: 22 Town Farm Rd, Westford, MA 01886

• Group Code: MillWorksPB (confirm with the venue)

• Details: Indoor facility with 4 dedicated courts; drop-in and open play; uses SignUpGenius for session registration

Indoor & Private Clubs

1. Hunt Recreation Center – Concord

• Address: 90 Stow St, Concord, MA 01742

• Details: 3 indoor courts for hourly rental and Concord Rec programming. Contact DJ Fimiani (978‑287‑1053) to reserve. Also, pickleball lessons at Rideout Park in the Summer.

2. Marcus Lewis Tennis Center – Acton

• Address: 10 Granite Rd, Acton, MA 01720 (MLTC East); 102 Nonset Path, Acton (MLTC West)

• Details: Seasonal indoor pickleball programs. Membership and Play by Fee programs. Open play, Adult clinics, Junior summer camps, pickleball crash course, 3.5+ Box League, 3.0 Box League, Try Pickleball (Free), Drill sessions, Junior pickleball, Satellite Clinics (Acton Recreation, Boxborough Recreation)

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3. The Ridge Club – Acton (Private)

• Address: 354 Great Rd, Acton, MA 01720

• Details: Members-only facility with 11 courts (outdoor), leagues, tournaments, and coaching

4. The Mill Works – Westford

• Address: 22 Town Farm Rd, Westford, MA 01886

• Details: Indoor venue offering drop-in play, leagues, and clinics. Month-to-month memberships. Courts are available (M-F) from 6:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Also on select weeknights from 5 p.m.- 9 p.m. Occasional weekend play. Members use the SignUpGenius app to reserve play time.

Town Recreation Programs

• Concord Rec: Offers lessons and drop-in play at Rideout and Hunt Rec Center

• Acton Rec: Coordinates with Elm Street courts for seasonal clinics and drills

• Boxborough Rec: Organizes morning and evening sessions at Liberty Fields

• Maynard Rec: Structured drop-in program via TeamReach at Green Meadow

• Stow Rec: Offers beginner to advanced instruction at Community Park

• Littleton Rec: Regular seasonal programming with beginner and mixed-level games

• Westford Rec: Partners with The Mill Works to offer league play and lessons

How to Pick What's Best for You

Your Preference	Best Option	Why
Free, outdoor, casual play	TeamReach (all locations)	Organized by town rec or TeamReach
Want real-time updates/scheduling	TeamReach (all locations)	Coordinate play and get alerts from your phone
Indoor seasonal play	Marcus Lewis Tennis Center (MLTC), The Mill Works	Weatherproof, good for winter
Club experience with tournaments	The Ridge Club (Acton); MLTC (Acton)	Membership includes leagues, clinics, pro shop
Indoor facility with drop-ins & leagues	Marcus Lewis (Acton), The Mill Works (Westford)	Dedicated courts, open play, skill-based programming

Why Play Pickleball In the Concord Area?

• Accessibility: Dozens of public courts and low-cost rec programs

• Community: Friendly, welcoming players from all skill levels

• Technology: TeamReach makes organizing and tracking play effortless

• Quality: Well-maintained courts and high-end clubs like The Ridge Club

• Indoor Options: Year-round play at Hunt Gym, The Mill Works, and Marcus Lewis

Whether you're a first-time player or a competitive regular, the Concord area is a thriving hub for pickleball. With public courts, rec-sponsored programs, indoor clubs, and a tech-savvy community using TeamReach, you'll find an option that fits your lifestyle and skill level. Download the app, grab your paddle, and join the fun!

Want help finding your first game or signing up for a clinic? I play a lot of pickleball, and I've played at most of the venues listed here. Let me know if I can help. I'm happy to get you started!