Pickup Games
Pickup Games
Pickup Games
Grab A Game: Play Without the League Commitment
Looking to stay active without committing to a league? Take it “One Game At A Time” with Grab A Game! Powered by Chicago Sport and Social Club, Grab A Game offers organized pick-up play, tournaments, and learn-to-play sessions across the Chicago metro area.
Perfect for busy schedules or frequent travelers, these one- to two-hour games let you stay in the action on your terms. Sign up solo or bring friends—either way, you’re guaranteed playing time thanks to limited spots for optimal competition. Newcomers feel welcome, and regulars love returning to their favorite games week after week.
Winter Grab A Game Chicago Locations*
Indoor Pickleball Open Play
- Big City Pickle - West Loop (113 N. Elizabeth St.) - Pick Up, Open Play Clinics & Rentals available 7 days a week (LEARN MORE HERE)
- Morgan MFG - Fulton Market (401 N. Morgan St.) - Normal Hours Sunday through Tuesdays (LEARN MORE HERE)
- Chicago Athletic Association - Loop (12 S. Michigan Ave.) Court Rentals Available 7 days a week. (LEARN MORE HERE)
Basketball
The British School (Lincoln Park)
Lincoln Park High School
The Sport House (Hyde Park)
Soccer
Canlan SportsPlex (Lake Barrington)
Chicago Futsal Academy (Rogers Park)
Volleyball
The British School (Lincoln Park)
Canlan SportsPlex (Lake Barrington)
Disney Magnet School (Andersonville)
The Drucker Center (Lincoln Park)
Lincoln Park High School
Romeoville Athletic Center
The Sport House (Hyde Park)
*Location availability may fluctuate week-to-week. Visit GrabAGame.com to find a game that fits your schedule.
Have questions? Call us at 312.850.8167 during normal business hours, we're here to help.
LEVELS
Our pickup games are open to all skill levels. Volleyball games have a specific skill level assigned to each event ranging from Recreational (C) to Competitive (A). For all of our other sports, we typically see intermediate level players, but recreational and competitive players feel welcome when they attend. Grab A Game hosts are experts at making balanced teams so the competition is well-matched. Click here to check out the skill level descriptions specific to volleyball.
Recreational
The recreational level is geared towards participants that are just looking to have fun. This is the most basic level that the CSSC offers, you can think of it as the "beginners" level. Participants that play at this level are out to enjoy themselves and not out for the sheer competition of the sport. Most players have not played on an organized team before or have only played for a couple of seasons. This is a great level for beginning teams to start and a great way to begin your team's dynasty.
Intermediate
The intermediate level is geared towards participants who are still relatively new to the sport but are seeking a little bit more competition. You can think of it as the "middle of the road" level. Participants that play at this level have a good knowledge of the rules and the game and are ready to become more competitive but are still not all that serious. Most participants at this level have played for a few seasons. This is a great level for those teams that have had success at the recreational level and are now ready to step their game up!
Competitive
The Competitive level is geared towards the participant that has played their respective sport for a large portion of their life and enjoys the sheer competition of the sport. You can think of this level as the "professional's" level. Participants at this level should definitely have their game face on and expect a tough game. This is great level for those of you who are in it to win it!
Open
The Open level is available to all levels of play. It is "open" to everyone. It is a combination of skill levels that usually skews towards the intermediate level, depending on the sport.