Get our insider’s guide to top places to play pickleball in Orlando.

What do you get when you combine tennis, badminton, ping-pong and a whole lot of fast-paced fun? Pickleball! The sport’s rapidly expanding popularity can make it tough to get court time — but there’s no chance of pickleball FOMO when you visit or live in Orlando.

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We’ve embraced the game with scores of high-quality courts, including indoor and outdoor options, plus our own Major League Pickleball team: the Orlando Squeeze. So grab a paddle and get playing with our guide to pickleball in Orlando, including a look at the game’s popularity, top places to play in the area, and tips for serving aces of your own. It’s a banger!

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Why Is Pickleball So Popular?

What’s driving pickleball’s popularity? Simply put, it’s a fun, social way to stay healthy and fit — emphasis on “fun.”

“Pickleball is coming up almost daily, and I think it’s just going to keep doing so,” said Gary Lang of Orlando’s ClearOne Sports Centre, which has nine air-conditioned pickleball courts and offers pickleball classes for beginners up through experienced players. “I don’t even think we’ve scratched the surface of how popular this game is going to become in the next five years.”

Craig Morris, chief executive of community tennis at the United States Tennis Association (USTA) National Campus in Orlando’s Lake Nona neighborhood, agrees. “The racquet sports industry has seen incredible growth in participation across a number of sports in recent years, including both tennis and pickleball,” he said. It’s why the campus has added pickleball and padel courts, further positioning the facility as a premier destination for all racquet sports.

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The game is played on a badminton-sized court and a slightly modified tennis net using a racquetball-esque paddle and plastic balls with holes. It can be played as doubles or singles by all ages and skill levels.

Since he started playing, Lang has become addicted to the sport. He points to pickleball players’ generally friendly nature as another reason for the game’s appeal. “For the most part, it’s a welcoming community,” he said, adding that it can be easier to get started than you might think.

“If you know someone that plays the game already, they more than likely have paddles that you can borrow. Clothes are pretty much tennis shoes and comfortable clothing, and [you’ll need] pickleballs.”

You also don’t need previous racquet sports experience — or pickles. Per Lang, “It’s a very easy game to pick up.”

Where to Play Pickleball in Orlando

Orlando has a huge supply of pickleball courts, already boasting more than 50 places to play with fresh ones popping up on the regular. One of the best is Crush Yard, a state-of-the-art venue that combines pickleball, food and drink, events, and social connection. Located in Kissimmee near Walt Disney World® Resort, they welcome players of all levels and all courts are indoors.

Our pickleball options also include the four open-air courts at the USTA National Campus, as well as ClearOne Sports Centre’s nine indoor, air-conditioned courts. Both venues also offer instruction.

“The USTA National Campus staff are equipped to deliver racquet sports at the highest possible level,” said Morris. Reserving a USTA court starts at as little as $18 an hour, and the campus also offers programs and play opportunities for all ages and abilities. The facility’s surrounding neighborhood, Lake Nona, features numerous food, entertainment and lodging options minutes from Orlando International Airport (MCO).

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ClearOne Sports Centre, which is west of Orlando’s College Park Main Street district, offers a Pickleball 101 course for beginners. They also have Pickleball 102 and 103 courses for players who are ready for advanced strategies, as well as private lessons. Taught by Lang’s daughter Taylor and other expert coaches, their courses are open to locals and visitors alike.

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And that’s just the start of pickleball opportunities in Orlando. You’ll find more than 50 pickleball venues throughout the greater Orlando area, including outdoor and indoor options and many that are free to play.

Guests of select hotels and resorts can also take advantage of complimentary onsite courts, including these properties:

• Caribe Royale Orlando
• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village
• Disney’s Beach Club Resort
• Disney’s Contemporary Resort
• Disney’s Old Key West Resort
• Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
• Villatel Resort Orlando

Many locations have multiple courts, such as Warren Park. Use our map to find some of the best options close to you, book some time, and unleash your inner pickler right here in Orlando.

Map of Pickleball Courts in Orlando

FAQ: Pickleball in Orlando

Where can I play pickleball in Orlando?

Orlando offers more than 50 public pickleball venues, including indoor and outdoor courts, with many options that are free to play. Popular choices include Crush Yard, the USTA National Campus, ClearOne Sports Centre and Warren Park.

Are there indoor pickleball courts in Orlando?

Yes. For example, Crush Yard welcomes players of all skill levels to its indoor courts near Walt Disney World® Resort, while ClearOne Sports Centre has nine indoor, air-conditioned courts west of Orlando’s College Park Main Street district.

Are there outdoor pickleball courts in Orlando?

Yes. For starters, the USTA National Campus in Lake Nona features four open-air pickleball courts, and Orlando has numerous additional outdoor options throughout the destination.

Where can beginners learn to play pickleball in Orlando?

ClearOne Sports Centre offers Pickleball 101 for beginners, along with more advanced courses and private lessons. The USTA National Campus also provides instruction, programs and play opportunities for all ages and abilities.

Where can experienced pickleball players take lessons in Orlando?

ClearOne Sports Centre offers Pickleball 102 and 103 courses focused on advanced strategies, as well as private lessons taught by expert coaches. Courses are available to both Orlando residents and visitors.

How much does it cost to play pickleball in Orlando?

Prices vary by venue. Court reservations at the USTA National Campus start at $18 per hour, while many public locations throughout the Orlando area are free to play.

Can I play pickleball near Walt Disney World® Resort?

Yes. Crush Yard is located in Kissimmee near Walt Disney World and combines indoor pickleball with food, drinks, events and social experiences. The venue welcomes players of all skill levels.

Which Orlando hotels and resorts have pickleball courts?

Select properties offer complimentary onsite courts for guests, including Caribe Royale Orlando, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village, Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Old Key West Resort, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort and Villatel Resort Orlando.

Can families play pickleball together in Orlando?

Yes. Pickleball can be played by people of all ages and skill levels, either as singles or doubles. The USTA National Campus also offers programs and play opportunities for a range of ages and abilities.

Do I need previous racquet-sports experience to play pickleball?

No previous racquet-sports experience is required. Pickleball is considered easy to pick up, and beginners may be able to borrow paddles from friends who already play. Comfortable clothing, tennis shoes and pickleballs are the basic essentials.

How is pickleball played?

Pickleball is played on a badminton-sized court with a slightly modified tennis net. Players use paddles and perforated plastic balls, and games can be played as singles or doubles.

Why is pickleball so popular in Orlando?

Pickleball offers a fun, social way to stay healthy and fit. Its welcoming community, accessibility for beginners and suitability for different ages and skill levels add to its appeal.

Does Orlando have a professional pickleball team?

Yes. Orlando is home to the Orlando Squeeze, its own Major League Pickleball team.

FAQs are based on this blog’s content, created in partnership with Microsoft Copilot, and edited by the real humans at Visit Orlando.

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