Pickleball combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis: a solid paddle, a light plastic ball with holes and a badminton-sized court. It's quick to learn, easy on the body and very social — which is why it has grown so fast, from community halls to dedicated pickleball clubs.
Whether you're looking for your first game, a doubles partner or a competitive group, TennisPartner helps you find pickleball players and games near you.
Most new players start with open play or a friendly doubles game. Look for games near you that welcome beginners, or post your own with the level you're looking for.
Once you've found people you enjoy playing with, create or join a pickleball community to keep the group together and arrange games in one place.
Doubles is the most popular format, and the 'kitchen' (the non-volley zone next to the net) makes it a game of patience and placement as much as power. Singles is faster and more physical.
Players set their level on TennisPartner, so you can find partners and opponents who make for a good game.
Clubs and organisers can run pickleball leagues and tournaments on TennisPartner, with draws, results and standings in the app — a simple way to give a growing group regular competitive play.
Is pickleball good for beginners?
Yes. The paddle is light, the ball is slow and the court is small, so most people can play a fun game within their first session.
Is pickleball played as singles or doubles?
Both, but doubles is much more common, especially in social and open play.
What is the kitchen in pickleball?
The non-volley zone: the area 7 feet (about 2.1 m) either side of the net. You can't volley (hit the ball before it bounces) while standing in it.
How do I find pickleball games near me?
Browse games and communities near you on TennisPartner, filter by sport and level, or post your own game and invite players.