Easy to Learn
The rules are simple enough for beginners, but the sport still has depth for long-term improvement.
About the game
About Pickleball
Understand the sport, the basic rules, and why pickleball is one of the fastest growing games in the world.
What is Pickleball?
Pickleball is a fast-paced paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. It is played on a badminton-sized court with a slightly modified tennis net using solid paddles and a perforated plastic ball.
The game is friendly for all ages and skill levels, gives a strong cardiovascular workout, and is easier on the joints than many other racquet sports.
Social and Fun
The smaller court size encourages communication and makes the sport easy to enjoy with mixed skill levels.
Great Exercise
It improves agility, balance, reflexes, and fitness while staying more joint-friendly than high-impact sports.
Competitive Sport
Pickleball has real tournament pathways, rankings, and a fast-growing international scene.
Basic Rules
- Games are typically played to 11 points and must be won by 2.
- Only the serving team can score points.
- The ball must bounce once on each side before volleys are allowed.
- The kitchen is a 7-foot non-volley zone beside the net.
- Pickleball can be played in singles or doubles.