TRIP TO SOUTH COAST WITH PRO INSTRUCTOR, MINDY YODER

STAY TUNED FOR 2026 DATES: Sandals South Coast, Jamaica!

Join us for an all inclusive, 6 night trip to Sandals South Coast, Jamaica Resort

Spots are currently open to BOTH Villagers/club members and non Villagers. All levels welcome as players will be broken into skill groups based upon skill ratings.

MUST HAVE 20 PEOPLE TO SECURE THIS TRIP - AT PUBLISHED RATE

Please note that completing this form is the first step to securing your spot on this trip. Payment schedule will be sent to all travelers once trip is confirmed. Mail or drop check to: Villagers Pickleball Trips, Amy Cameron, 909 San Benito Lane, The Villages, FL 32159

TRIP PRICING:

  • $TBD PER TRAVELLER for Double occupancy rooms.

  • Flight and FL ground transport is NOT included but flight is estimated to be $500 or less per person when flying on Southwest out of MCO
  • Villagers Pickleball Trips Club membership will be waived for everyone on this trip.

REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY:

In the event that you need to cancel:

  • Full refund ONLY in the event that someone can take your place.

We STRONGLY RECOMMEND PURCHASING TRIP INSURANCE

Download the FREE PicklePlay app. This is the premier app for our club trips. In addition to gaining visibility to courts and players all over the country when you roam, our club uses this .app to:

  • Schedule daily session sign ups during our trips
  • Send group communications/alerts during trips
  • Share trip photos

ALL-INCLUSIVE DETAILS:

  • 5-Star accommodations at Sandals South Coast, Jamaica

  • Fully equipped room with 1 king size bed.

  • Room type: Starlight Beachfront Luxury Room with Balcony Tranquility Soaking Tub.
  • Room upgrades may be available for additional fees. Please ask.

  • All meals, snacks and drinks (including alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages).

  • Lots of Pickleball play! There will be daily, group open play, pickleball clinics lead by our top pros (2 hours) on 8 courts.

  • Nightly group social events (card games, trivia, boozy bingo etc.)

  • Nightly resort entertainment/shows/DJ/Dancing

  • Round trip ground transportation from airport in South Coast

  • All non-motorized activities: volleyball, fitness classes, pool activities and beach sports (scuba diving for certified divers)

  • WiFi

  • Villages Pickleball Trips branded performance shirt
  • Portrait

​WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:

  • Some tips
  • Spa treatments
  • Airfare
  • Round trip ground transport in the US
  • Offsite excursions

  • Pickleball Paddle

  • Travel Insurance

  • Private lessons (available with our teaching pros in the afternoon). See below to reserve your spot.

MEET THE PROS

Our expert coaching staff is dedicated to helping you improve your game. You'll receive 2 hours of daily instruction from our two head coaches, and we'll add even more top-level coaches based on registration numbers to achieve a coach-to-player ratio of 1:8. In addition to group sessions, you can also purchase individual afternoon lessons on a first-come, first-served basis after your trip is fully paid for. Don't miss this chance to learn from the best!

Private lessons may be available. We will only schedule 2 hours of private lessons each day,  so we encourage you to book in advance.

Pro Instructor, Mindy Yoder

Mindy Yoder hails from Fort Wayne, Indiana but moved to The Villages, Florida in 2022. She was introduced to Pickleball in 2017 by her father. Since then, she has played in tournaments across the United States and has been on the podium more than 100 times. Mindy is a certified International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association (IPTPA) Level II instructor, and Level I Referee. Mindy left her job as a Nurse Practitioner to teach pickleball full time starting fall 2021. Since then, she has taught for LevelUp, Suncoast Pickleball and around the U.S. Mindy is passionate about teaching fundamentals, strategies and helping others to have fun and to be healthy through the sport of Pickleball.

Pro Instructor, Doug Abell

Doug Abell’s athletic and sports teaching background is in gymnastics and he started playing Pickleball in 2016. He first met Mindy at a Pickleball camp in September, 2018. They got married on the pickleball court at that same camp in September 2023. When he is not at his full time job at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Lexington, KY, Doug is a 4.5/5.0 tournament player and travels with Mindy to teach. He enjoys watching people smile and laugh while helping them reach their pickleball goals.

Other Villages Trips

While The Villagers Pickleball Trips offers fantastic adventures and camaraderie, we understand there might be other groups within The Villages that cater to specific preferences or skill levels. We encourage you to explore the vibrant pickleball community here! Check out bulletin boards at recreation centers or online forums to discover trips led by fellow villagers. There's sure to be a perfect pickleball adventure waiting for you!

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes our trips unique?

Our club isn't about a single trip. We are a community of pickleball players who also like to travel. The marquee trips are all-inclusive experiences designed to elevate your game while creating lasting memories and life long friendships. You will have access to expert, pro player coaching staff every day of the trip, Open play and a fun tournament. Plus - you'll have the option to join us for a lively social activity every evening. 

What does all-inclusive mean?

To us, all-inclusive means just that. It's hard to believe given the low price, however, we've worked hard to ensure a world class experience at the lowest price possible. Our marquee trips include 5-star hotel room, food and beverage, court time, pro player coaching, evening entertainment and more.

What is not included?

We do not include airfare or ground transportation in FL due to the variety of traveler needs. We also don't provide travel insurance but we do recommend purchasing a policy. We will send policy options once your trip is paid in full.

Will my non-pickleball playing travel partner get a discount?

Discounts are not offered to non-players for the simple reason that we do not charge anything extra for our pickleball clinics or tournaments.  All of our guests get a fantastic rate with lots of extra special touches.

Can my non pickleball playing friend attend?

Yes!  The resorts we use are luxury resorts that cater to anyone who is looking for fun in the sun.  There is so much to do at the resort that you can easily fill your day and night without stepping foot on the pickleball court. Those looking for some relaxing down time will find that here too!  The lounge chairs throughout the properties, both on the beach and at the pools, offer plenty of places for some R&R. Because your travel partner will not be playing pickleball, they do not need to become a club member.

What is the cancellation policy?

In the event that the trip doesn't fill: You will be notified and given the choice to pay an adjusted price or to receive a FULL refund.

In the event that you need to cancel:

  • Cancel prior to December 1st 2024 and receive $200 refund.
  • Cancel on or after December 1st 2024 and all payments are non-refundable.

How do the Clinics Work?

Our trips feature scheduled pickleball clinics each day (except on arrival and departure days).  On arrival and departure day, you are welcome to use the courts but there are no scheduled clinics.

Clinics are a minimum of two hours led by top Pros, followed by an hour of Open Play, with the Pros mixing in with clinic participants.  The clinics are separated in the best way possible, determined by our Pros, to accommodate a variety of skill levels.

The final full day of the clinic trip is a round robin tournament.  The Pros will divide you into groups and set you up in matches.  Lots of fun rotating among the courts and prizes will be given to winnners.