Tournament info
Social, but not scrappy.
How our inaugural tournament works.
Tournament format
Mixed doubles. Waterfall style. And completely optional.
Who plays
- Mixed-doubles teams — any gender combination
- Bring a partner, bring a friend, or come solo — we'll pair you with another solo player at a similar level
- Prefer pickup over a bracket? Social courts run all week on the other four
- Not playing at all? Take the group rate and enjoy the resort — no paddle required
Waterfall format
- Winners move up, losers drop down — nobody is eliminated early
- You'll play a lot of matches across a range of opponents
- Skill-based self-grouping — no referees, no attitude
- Champions and consolation winners both walk away with prizes
Rules & vibe
- Games to 11, win by 2, rally scoring
- Social tournament — not USA Pickleball sanctioned
- Sponsor-backed prizes, friendly competitive atmosphere
- 8 dedicated courts, lit 7am–11pm
- DUPR rating optional — we don't use it for seeding
How waterfall play works
A structure that keeps everyone playing — and everyone competitive.
Play to your level
Tell us your skill level on registration — we group the bracket so matches stay competitive.
2.5 – 3.5 · Beginner / Intermediate
You know the rules, you've got a serve that clears the net, and you're getting the hang of dinking. Plenty of play at your level.
3.5 – 4.0 · Advanced intermediate
Third-shot drops are real, dinks are patient, and court positioning is second nature. The majority of our field.
4.0+ · Advanced
Power, finesse, strong net play, and tournament experience. The top courts in the waterfall are yours to fight for.
Not sure of your rating? Self-assess on the form — we'll sort groups when we arrive.
RegisterThe week at a glance
May 12–16, 2027 at Sandals Royal Curaçao.
Tue, May 12 — Arrival and welcome
SocialFly into Curaçao (CUR), included transfer to the resort, check into your Carisia Luxury Room, welcome mixer (venue TBD).
Wed, May 13 — Waterfall day 1
TournamentMixed-doubles waterfall begins on the 8 dedicated courts. Open pickup play on unused courts all day. Evening resort entertainment.
Thu, May 14 — Waterfall day 2 and awards
FinalsTop-court championships and consolation rounds. Evening awards dinner at one of the resort's specialty restaurants (venue TBD) with sponsor prizes.
Fri, May 15 — Free day
LeisureOpen play all day. Red Lane Spa, scuba, snorkel, or head into UNESCO-listed Willemstad. Lit courts available until 11pm.
Sat, May 16 — Departure
FarewellFarewell breakfast, included transfer back to CUR.