Know Your Level.
Find Your Game.
Fair play starts with accurate ratings. At The Centers, we prioritize competitive balance to ensure every match is engaging, challenging, and social.
Our rating philosophy is built on transparency and skill level. Whether you’re picking up a paddle for the first time or competing at an elite level, we help you track your progress and find the right court.
Accepted Rating Systems
At the Edmonton Pickleball Center, we use a couple of different ways to give you an official Club rating. We recognize two primary verification methods to ensure accuracy across all EPC programs.
In-house Professional Evaluation
One of our instructors will watch you play during one of our Rating Clinics. We offer rating clinics for every level!
How to get started:
- Create a CourtReserve account at “The Pickleball Centers”
- Register in one of our upcoming Rating Clinics
- Upon successful completion of the Rating Clinic, our staff will automatically update your CourtReserve account!
Ratings from outside entities are NOT accepted. We accept ratings given by our coaching team to ensure consistency, fair competition, and balanced games for everyone on our courts.
Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating (DUPR)
The most accurate global rating system based on match results against other rated players.
How to get started:
- Create a free account at mydupr.com
- Join “The Pickleball Centers” Club on DUPR
- Record scores from EPC rated plays
We will accept your DUPR rating and will assign you a club rating by rounding down your DUPR score pending a reliability score of 60 or higher.
Club Rating
DUPR Range
Skill Focus
2.5 Beginner
2.00 — 2.99
Fundamentals & Consistent Serving
3.0 Amateur
3.00 — 3.49
Third Shot Drops & Positioning
3.5 Intermediate
3.50 — 3.74
Directional Control & Net Volleys
3.75 Upper Intermediate
3.75 — 3.99
Court Strategy & Shot Control
4.0 Advanced
4.00 — 4.49
Fast Hands & Strategic Defense
4.5+ Elite
4.50+
Advanced Strategy
EPC Ratings
Pickleball ratings are a system for categorizing players by skill level and proficiency. Ratings range from 2.0 (beginner) to 4.5+ (elite). These ratings serve several purposes within the pickleball community:
Skill Assessment: Ratings provide an objective measure of a player’s skill level, helping players and organizers better understand their abilities on the court.
Matchmaking: In tournaments and organized play, players with similar ratings are often matched to ensure fair, competitive games. This enhances the overall experience for all participants.
Player Improvement: Ratings offer players a clear benchmark for improvement. As players progress in skill, their ratings can be adjusted to reflect their evolving abilities.
Event Eligibility: Certain tournaments and events may have entry requirements based on player ratings. This ensures that participants are evenly matched, contributing to a more competitive and enjoyable atmosphere.
Community Standardization: Ratings contribute to a standardized language within the pickleball community. Players and organizers across different regions can use ratings as a common reference point when discussing skill levels.
DUPR Deep Dive
Find where you fit in the EPC DUPR. These descriptions offer an overview of each level
2.0 - 2.99
Beginner+
The Fundamentals Stage
You understand the rules, scoring, and basic positioning. You are working on making your serves and returns consistently land in-bounds.
Characteristics
- Developing consistent footwork
- Sustaining short rallies
- Learning court boundaries
Best Programs
Intro to Pickleball, 2.5 Social Play, Beginner Drills.
3.0 - 3.49
Amateur
The Transitional Player
You can sustain moderate-speed rallies and are beginning to understand the importance of the non-volley zone (the kitchen).
Characteristics
- Attempting dinks and drops
- Better court awareness
- Starting to hit with some pace
Best Programs
3.0 Skills Clinic, Afternoon Social, Intermediate Ladder.
3.5 - 3.74
Intermediate
The Advanced Transitional Player
You have a solid foundation, at this stage you transition from simply keeping the ball in play to developing a true court strategy, learning to vary your game, and improving shot control.
Best Programs
3.0 Skills Clinic, Afternoon Social, Intermediate Ladder.
3.75 - 3.99
Upper Intermediate
Refining Skills. Building Consistency. Competing with Confidence.
Upper Intermediate players have strong fundamentals, consistent shot execution, and a solid understanding of strategy. They can sustain longer rallies, make smart shot selections, and confidently adapt their game to different opponents and match situations.
Characteristics
- Consistently executes dinks, volleys, and third-shot drops
- Demonstrates strong court awareness and positioning
- Understands stacking, transitions, and advanced doubles concepts
Best Programs
3.0 Skills Clinic, Afternoon Social, Intermediate Ladder.
4.0 - 4.49
Advanced
4.5+
Elite
The High-Performance Tier
Mastery of dink exchanges, reset shots, and high-velocity volleys. You play with strategy and intention on every point.
Characteristics
- Exceptional hand-eye coordination
- Sophisticated shot selection
- Deep physical and mental stamina
Best Programs
Advanced Competitive League, Pro-Invitational Shootout.
Looking to Get Rated?
Want to Progress to the Next Level?
How to Submit Your Rating
Check Eligibility
Ensure your DUPR has a reliability score of 60 or higher.
Email Details
Send your name, DUPR ID, and a link or screenshot of your rating to us HERE
Verification
Our staff will verify the credentials and update your internal profile (2-3 business days).
Register
Log in to the member portal to view and register for programs restricted to your level.
Common Questions
What if my DUPR is 3.45? Am I a 3.0 or 3.5?
We round down to ensure you are playing at the top of your bracket rather than the bottom. A 3.45 would play in the 3.0 intermediate bracket until your DUPR reaches a 3.50.
How do I update my Club Rating after a Rating Clinic?
Our staff will update your account automatically within 24 hours of passing the Rating Clinic!
Do you offer official skill evaluations?
Yes! We offer Rating Clinics where our coaches assess your technical skills and provide feedback, regardless of whether you pass the clinic or not.
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