What is Pickleball?
Pickleball is a paddle sport you can learn in minutes and play for a lifetime. It’s fun, social and friendly. The rules are simple, and the game is easy for beginners to learn. It brings together elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong to create a sport that’s fun for all ages and skill levels, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.
It is one of the fastest growing sports in the US and it is becoming increasingly popular in Australia.
The Basics
A fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong.
Played both indoors or outdoors on a badminton-sized court and a slightly modified tennis net.
Played with a paddle and a plastic ball with holes.
Played as doubles or singles.
Can be enjoyed by all ages and skill levels.
Why is Pickleball different ?
It’s easier to pick up than many net sports.
It’s lower impact than tennis, so it’s easier on the body.
It focuses on quick reflexes and aiming, rather than spiking the ball, powerful serves, or running speed.
These differences open pickleball up to a greater range of players. Whether you’ve been playing tennis your whole life, or you’re walking onto a court for the first time; whether you’re young, old, or in between; whether you’re strategic and competitive, or just want to get involved in something fun, social, or active. So, bring your friends along, or come on your own and meet new people to play with!