Get Your DUPR
Play 5+ games and get your pickleball skill rating, formally known as DUPR, on select DUPR Days!
You must create a free account at DUPR.com and join Pickleball 901 under the Clubs tab before playing. More detailed info about DUPR is at the bottom of this page.
Please sign up for a session below based on what you believe your current skill level to be! You can also book a private DUPR Day session (4 Players) here ->
Beginner/Beginner+ - Players who are newer to the game or have been playing for awhile in a more casual style.
Intermediate/Intermediate+ - Players with competitive experience and a good grasp on pickleball skills.
What is DUPR?
DUPR, which stands for Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating, is a comprehensive rating system in pickleball designed to provide an accurate, real-time measure of a player's skill level. Here's a brief summary:
Global and Dynamic: DUPR is a global system that works for all players regardless of age, gender, or location. It dynamically updates a player's rating after each match, reflecting current performance.
Rating Scale: The ratings range from 2.0 to 8.0, accommodating everyone from beginners to professionals. This system uses an algorithm that considers match results, opponent ratings, and score margins to calculate a player's rating. 2.0 to 2.99 is Beginner, 3.0 to 3.99 is Intermediate, 4.0 to 4.99 is Advanced, and 5.0+ is Pro.
Match Consideration: Both singles and doubles matches contribute to a player's rating. The system values matches against higher-rated opponents more, potentially leading to a bigger rating increase upon winning.
Fair Matchmaking: By providing an accurate skill measure, DUPR helps in matchmaking, ensuring players compete against others of similar skill levels, which enhances the competitiveness and enjoyment of the game.
Impact on Pickleball: DUPR has encouraged increased participation in the sport, supported professional growth by offering a clear measure of skill across a global scale, and enhanced community engagement by creating a common rating language among players.
Accessibility: Players can get their DUPR rating by playing matches that are tracked by the system, either through tournaments, leagues, or regular play, and by ensuring match results are entered into the DUPR platform.