We're excited to introduce one of the fastest-growing racket sports to Energise Leisure Centre. Blending elements from table tennis, tennis, and badminton, Pickleball offers a fast-paced, enjoyable experience that's perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Pickleball courts
Pickleball sessions take place in the sports hall on the existing badminton courts but with a net, similar in size to a tennis net.
Courts are available to book in the usual way; online or via the Better UK app, for 40 or 60 minute sessions. Members and non-members alike are welcome to get involved, so why not give it a try and book a court today?
Pickleball rules
- The first player or pair to 11 points with 2 in hand is the winner.
- Service begins from the right-hand court, and serves must be underarm. There are no second serves.
- Players can only score points on their own service.
- Service must be made diagonally (as in tennis) and must bounce. The return of service must also bounce.
- There’s a non-volley zone seven feet either side of the net (sometimes referred to as “the kitchen”).
- Teams must win by 2 clear points or the game continues until one team has the winning margin