Gleneagles proposed pickleball courts and pump track

The District is proposing to construct four outdoor pickleball courts and a new paved pump track near the Gleneagles Community Centre (GECC) to enhance outdoor recreation options for western residents.

Left image: An overhead view of the current Gleneagles Adventure Park
Right image: The proposed layout of pickleball courts and a pump track on the Gleneagles Adventure Park site. The design may be modified based on input from the community.

The increase in the popularity of pickleball has led to demand for additional courts, particularly among West Vancouver’s western residents. To address this need, the Pickleball Advisory Roundtable recommends constructing pickleball courts north of GECC.

The Gleneagles Adventure Park, which is located north of GECC, was originally built for youth and opened in 2005. It currently includes the Bike Terrain Park, a dirt terrain park for BMX and mountain bikes, and Skateboard Bowl, a skate park featuring steep bowls catering to advanced riders. Anecdotal observations indicate that these facilities have not attracted consistent and sustained use.

The District is proposing to replace the existing Bike Terrain Park and Skateboard Bowl at GECC with:

• four pickleball courts; and
• a paved, all-abilities pump track for bikes, skateboards, scooters, rollerblades, and other wheeled activities.

Adding both a paved pump track and pickleball courts would transform an underutilized space into a vibrant, multigenerational recreation hub, benefiting residents of all ages and abilities.

Pickleball courts for western residents

Western residents currently have no dedicated pickleball courts nearby. Locating courts in the western part of the community would improve the geographic balance and allow more residents to walk or bike rather than travel to centralized locations.

A multi-use paved pump track

A paved pump track would provide local residents with a low-maintenance and durable recreation space that supports year-round use and offers a safe, accessible environment for all skill levels.

A pump track is a looping circuit featuring rollers (smooth surfaces) and berms (banked turns), designed to allow wheeled riders to gain speed without pedaling. Riders use the track’s features to pump their bodies up and down, generating momentum, maintaining speed, and balancing. The goal is to leverage natural terrain and body movements to build speed, enabling riders to navigate the track in a smooth, rhythmic flow.

An example of a pump track.

Pump tracks can be used by all wheeled sports equipment, including bikes, scooters, skateboards, and rollerblades. Suitable for both beginner and experienced riders, they provide a space where generations can come together to play and recreate. They can serve as vibrant community hubs that foster social interaction, physical activity, and connections to people and nature.

Thank you for taking the survey

The survey to share feedback closed on Friday, April 11 at 4 p.m. Staff will share community feedback with Council in a recommendation report being presented in spring 2025. The design for this proposal is in its preliminary phase and may be modified based on input from the community.

About the Pickleball Advisory Roundtable

Established in the fall of 2023, the Pickleball Advisory Roundtable was created to support the future of both indoor and outdoor pickleball in West Vancouver. Serving as a key advisory body, the Roundtable develops recommendations to staff for this growing sport. It brings together members from the West Van Players, North Shore Pickleball Club, and community members with expertise in sports, recreation, and mediation. Working collaboratively with District staff, the Roundtable fosters a constructive and supportive environment for pickleball while balancing the sport’s growth with the needs of other sports and community concerns in West Vancouver.