Tennis and Pickleball courts in Rancho Santa Margarita, Orange County

4 dedicated pickleball courts, 1 tennis court with lights in Altisima, Rancho Santa Margarita, California. Private key access available to homeowners association members only. They changed 1 of the two tennis courts into 4 pickleball courts which fill up fast every night. Get there early or be patient. There is a 90 minute limit on the courts but there is almost always people waiting to play. Bring a leaf blower. Lights are not great, but at least there’s lights. Bring a SAMLARC key card to get in. Sunsets are beautiful. Bathrooms for public park are locked unless you have a key for.

SAMLARC and Evolve Pickleball are offering classes, clinics, and lessons as well as round robin tournaments at Altisima Park. Kevin and Shelly Booth, IPTPA Level 2 Certified instructors will guide you every step of the way. New sessions start November 11th. Visit SAMLARC.org/programs for detailed descriptions and to find the perfect class for your skill level!

Evolve Pickleball Club

Kevin and Shelly Booth of Evolve Pickleball have been teaching in South Orange County for 7 to 8 years. They have been part of the RSM community teaching Pickleball for over 4 years at Altisima Park. We offer classes, clinics, and lessons for all ages and levels. Kevin and Shelly both play at the Senior Pro level. Our Pickleball programs are taught at Altisima Park. We provide paddles and balls for classes as needed. We also sell Gearbox paddles for those looking to purchase or upgrade their current paddle. If you are looking to get a your first paddle, or upgrade to the new releases of 2025 Gearbox paddles give us a call.
They are also available for private, semi private and group lessons.
For more information and to register contact Shelly at +1 949–689–4118 or shelly@evolvepickleball.com
All registration for RSM is done directly through Evolve Pickleball.
New classes are starting September 15 and October 20, plus one-day clinics on September 27 and October 25.

Pickleball 101-Learn To Play

This Beginner class is for pickleball newbies and novice players who lack consistency in their overall game. Focusing on stroke mechanics, basic skill development, rules, and scoring to get you ready to play. Paddles and balls will be provided.

Pickleball 201-Drills And Skills

This Intermediate class will focus on shot selection, placement, and doubles strategy during offense and defense. Strategically move your opponents to create offensive opportunities. Players in this class must be able to maintain a longer rally and be consistent in skills such as serving, returning, and dinking.

Pickleball 301- Next Level With Kevin Booth

This class is for true 3.5-4.0 players with solid skills and control looking to fine-tune their shot-making while on offense and defense. The core of this class will be working on advanced concepts and strategies during play games.

Pickleball 401- Advanced Strategies

This advanced class/clinic taught by Senior Pro Multi-National Champion Kevin Booth is for skilled 4.0-4.5 players only. Learn from the most successful senior pro player in Orange County! Kevin has been competing for 8 years and was the number one Senior Pro Player in 2020. Focusing on advanced strategies and concepts designed to enhance tournament readiness or high-level competitive recreational play.

Youth Clinic

This beginner clinic for ages 8-12 is for pickleball newbies and novice players who lack consistency in their overall game. Focusing on stroke mechanics, basic skill development, rules, and scoring to get you ready to play. Paddles and balls will be provided.

Youth/Family Clinic

Learn how to play pickleball and meet other pickleball enthusiasts. Want to learn to play as a family, but need some help getting started? We will teach your family the fundamental shots of pickleball, including dinking, serving, and serve reception. The focus will be on fun, fun, fun as well as rules and scoring. Paddles and balls will be provided. Ages 6+.
Wearing tennis shoes is required & bring a water bottle.

5-Week Sessions – $150 Per Person

Mondays: 10/20 – 11/17

Teen & Adult Programs (Ages 13+)

• Pickleball 101: “Learn to Pickle” – 5:30–8:00 PM
• Pickleball 201: “Next Level” – 5:30–8:00 PM
• Pickleball 301: “Level Up” – 5:30–8:00 PM

One-Day Clinics – $60 Per Person

Saturday: 10/25

• Adult 101: “Learn to Pickle” (Ages 13+) – 8:30–10:30 AM
• Adult 201: “Next Level” (Ages 13+) – 8:30–10:30 AM
  Please contact the instructor to register for an available class at: shelly@evolvepickleball.com

Sweet Spot Tennis – Junior

Offering a wide variety of opportunities for youth and adults to expand and develop their tennis skills. Learn new skills to take your tennis game to the next level, while meeting new tennis friends! These fast-paced aerobic tennis classes focus on footwork, fitness and calorie burn. Improve stroke production, shot selection and court positioning skills through fast-paced, energetic drills with certified professional coaches. They offer a small player-to-coach ratio and a motto to “Work hard, have fun and get better.” Ages 4-18. To register for an upcoming class, click here!

• Year Round at Arroyo Vista Tennis Court: $20-30 per class
• Mondays & Wednesdays: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Tuesdays & Thursdays: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Altisima Park Rules

• Altisima park hours: 6 am – 10 pm
• In case of emergency call 9-1-1
• Use of this facility is at user’s own risk
• SAMLARC’s property is private and trespassers will be prosecuted
• Animals must be leashed at all times, and all feces removed promptly by owner
• SAMLARC permit required for: organized/structured/league use, picnic shelter use, sales/distribution of materials
• Prohibited items/activities: littering, smoking, drugs, alcohol and are subject to criminal prosecution & fine
• Other prohibited items/activities include: skateboarding/rollerskating on benches or planters, portable bbq’s, glassware, golf, firearms, weapons, fireworks and motorized vehicles
• Individuals or groups engaged in hazardous or destructive activity will be required to leave the facility and association property
• To obtain SAMLARC permits call +1 949-858-1390
• To report injuries and accidents call +1 800-428-5588
• Mission Viejo animal services +1 949-470-3045
• Additional park information/regulations are available at www.samlarc.org
  Rancho Santa Margarita Landscape and Recreation Corporation – SAMLARC