Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the US, and it’s kind of a big dill. Whether you’re a paddle pro or just learning the ropes, there are plenty of spots in Raleigh to practice your swing — and more coming soon.
Raleigh Parks has 44 permanent outdoor pickleball courts located at 11 city parks. Many are tennis court with pickleball lines, but 22 are dedicated to pickleball alone. Many require advance registration or your own net — double check before you pick your pickleball court.
Twelve Raleigh community centers have indoor locations — a four-month pass can be purchased for $10 and a single session pass costs $2. Players must also complete a registration form.
If you’re looking to up your game, the City of Raleigh offers pickleball clinics + intro sessions for newbies starting at $5 a session and $50 for multi-week courses. Plus, find a list of upcoming pickleball programs and clinics by Tennisbloc that are geared toward adults and juniors from levels beginner through intermediate. And if you’re interested in joining a pickleball league, The Global Pickleball Network has over 60 listed in the Triangle.
Pickleball isn’t just a trend; millions of dollars are being poured into the sport tight here in RAL. Here are some local pickleball facilities to become a master.
- Open: Pin Point has 16 pickleball courts, eight golf simulators, and two full-service bars for pros + amateurs alike.
- Open: Pickles and Play is an elite, upscale pickleball facility in Wake Forest, Chapel Hill, Garner, and a new location coming soon to Brier Creek. This members only club has nine courts at the Wake Forest location.
- Coming soon: Swing Racquet + Paddle, Raleigh’s $125 million tennis + paddle facility, broke ground in August 2024 and is anticipated to open in 2026.
- Coming soon: The Underground is currently home to two private courts and a “recovery cave,” and owner Christopher Mitscherlich is seeking a rezoning from the city to add 38 pickleball courts, sand volleyball, badminton, and a bar.
And of course, there are Facebook groups you can join to meet your match like Pickleball Carolina, Raleigh Pickleball Club, and NC Triangle Pickleball.
