at Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection

November 12-15  |  Starting at $2900

Hawaii Women's Pickleball Retreat

Three days of serious pickleball in one of the most beautiful places in the world. Join pro player and coach Jessica Improta for small-group training, coached play and plenty of time to enjoy the 5-star Mauna Lani resort on Hawaii's Big Island.

❋ Dates

November 12–15, 2026
Thursday to Sunday

❋  Where

5-Star Resort
Auberge Mauna Lani Resort
Big Island, Hawaii

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❋ Who

Women only
Recommended level: 3.0–5.0

❋ Coaching

Maximum 8:1 player-to-coach ratio
Jess works with every guest
Up to 14 hours of Instruction

Jessica Improta is a professional pickleball player, coach, and founder of Athena Pickleball. A former Division I tennis player, Jess has spent thousands of hours coaching hundreds of players and specializes in helping women become smarter, more confident, and more dangerous on the court. She competes at the pro/open level and teaches players across the country through clinics, intensives, and her growing online community.

Space is limited. Request your spot by October 12.

Sample schedule

Fly in Thursday, fly out Sunday.
Up to 14 hours of instruction and coached play are included.
Join every session, or skip an optional one and enjoy the resort.

Session times are still to be confirmed.
Tentatively, mornings around 8:30 to 11:30 and a late-afternoon session after 4.

Thursday

Nov 12 · Arrive

2 hrs

Evening · 2 hrs

Coached pickleball

Warm-up and an introduction to Coach Jess.

After play

Meet and greet at the bar

Unhosted, cash bar.

Friday

Nov 13

5 hrs

Morning · 3 hrs

Skills, drills, play and ladder

Late afternoon · 2 hrs

Coached play

Between sessions: the resort is yours. Pool, beach, spa, lunch, or absolutely nothing.

Saturday

Nov 14

5 hrs

Morning · 3 hrs

Coached session

Instruction, drilling and live play.

Late afternoon · 2 hrs

Coached play

Between sessions: explore the Big Island or stay put.

Sunday

Nov 15 · Depart

2 hrs

Morning · 2 hrs

Mini tournament

Departures after play.

Afternoon sessions are optional.

Pricing and what's included

Your retreat includes your stay, breakfast and the full pickleball experience. Choose a shared or private room; prices are per participant.

$2,900

Double occupancy

Per participant, sharing a room

$3,900

Single occupancy

Per participant, your own room

Included

  • Up to 14 hours of pickleball instruction and coached play
  • 3 nights at the 5-star Auberge Mauna Lani Resort
  • Daily breakfast
  • Resort Fees & Taxes

Not included

  • Airfare
  • Transportation to and from the resort
  • Lunch and dinner (on your own)
  • Drinks at the Thursday meet and greet (cash bar)

Already live on the Big Island? A limited number of camp-only spaces may be available for local players who do not need accommodations. Camp-only participation is $1,200. Mention it in your request and we will confirm availability.

Ready for Hawaii? 🌺

We're finalizing our November group by October 12

To request your spot, email Sarah Stone, who is handling reservations and retreat logistics.

Please include your:

  • Name
  • Pickleball level
  • Planned arrival and departure dates
  • Single or double occupancy
  • Roommate/other participant name, if applicable
  • Any dietary restrictions or allergies
Request Your Spot

Email not opening? Write to sarah.stone@auberge.com and include the details above.

Athena Pickleball · Hawaii Women's Pickleball Retreat, November 12–15, 2026