PLAYERS · PICKLEBALL Play pickleball near you.
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Pickleball is played as singles or doubles, on a court smaller than a tennis court, with a solid paddle and a perforated ball. With Palarena, you find a club near you, discover your level and join games for two or four.
Find a pickleball club
In the Palarena app, choose pickleball to see the clubs near you, listed by distance, and book a court. Short of players? Open your game to people looking for a match.
Your pickleball level
The quiz covers what makes pickleball, such as the dink, the third shot and play near the non-volley zone. It gives you a starting level, which then changes with your competitive matches.
| Level | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Beginner |
| 1.5 | Beginner + |
| 2 | Advanced beginner |
| 2.5 | Lower intermediate |
| 3 | Intermediate |
| 3.5 | Upper intermediate |
| 4 | Advanced |
| 4.5 | Expert |
| 5 | Mastery |
Singles or doubles
A pickleball game is played by two or four. You choose the format when booking, the price is split between the players, and each one pays their share.
Frequently asked questions
How many players for a game of pickleball?
Two for singles, four for doubles. On Palarena, you choose the format when booking, and the price is split between the players.
Does my padel level count for pickleball?
No. Each sport has its own quiz and its own level.