Important Updates:
We are sorry to let you know that the Competitive Tournament has been postponed.
The adaptive skills training is still available for anyone interested in learning how to play pickleball. Both of the instructors have experience coaching individuals on the autism spectrum.
Training is offered by the wonderful, top-rated, and experienced pro Julie Heitman, as well as by long time BRAIN supporter, parent, and pickleball expert, Paddy Ramanathan. All skill levels are welcome!
Skills clinic dates will be organized individually.
Please fill out the form and one of the instructors will get in touch!
Adaptive Clinic Contact Form
Please include participant's age and city where you live
Help us support much needed autism research!
The BRAIN Foundation is a nonprofit organization with a mission to support translational research for the development of FDA-approved treatments and an improved standard of care for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and neurodevelopmental disabilities. We do this by:
- funding promising autism research through grants and equity investments
- creating opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and research-industry partnerships through our annual Synchrony symposia and collaborations
- educating clinicians and the community on evidence-based research and treatments

Sponsorship Opportunities
We apologize that sponsorship opportunities for the Pickleball Tournament are no longer available, however we have many exciting events coming up, including:
- August 22-24, 2025: our annual autism research conference "Synchrony" in Monterey, CA
- September 14, 2025: our 5K/10K Run in Sunnyvale
- November 22, 2025: our celebrational Gala in San Carlos.
Please get in touch with Mary to discuss!
