Located in the heart of the Street Bassins district, Pickle Arena Bordeaux is the very first French center entirely devoted to the practice of pickleball, this booming racket sport from the United States. Opened in August 2024, this innovative complex offers a complete experience to discover, practice and improve in a sporting activity accessible to all, in a friendly and modern atmosphere.
What is pickleball?
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A sport between tennis, badminton and ping-pong
The pickleball is a mixture of three disciplines: tennis, ping-pong and badminton. It is played on a small ground similar to that of the badminton, with a lower net and a racket without rope, often in carbon or graphite. The players use a perforated, light ball, which slows down the game and makes exchanges more technical and tactical.
A game accessible at all ages and all levels
Easy to handle, pickleball seduces athletes of all ages. This accessibility makes pickleball an intergenerational activity ideal to practice with family, friends or even in school or associative. HAS Pickle Arenasupervised initiations are offered at all levels.
Essential rules to start off right
Some specificities make this sport unique:
- The service is carried out diagonally, under the size.
- After the service, the ball must bounce once on each side before being taken over.
- A central area, called “kitchen”, prohibits the volley within its perimeter.
The matches are played in single or double, generally in 11 or 21 points with two minimum differences.
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An opening in the heart of Bordeaux
Inaugurated in August 2024, Pickle Arena Bordeaux is the first French complex exclusively devoted to pickleball. Since then, another site has opened in Lyon, but the Gironde capital remains the founder. This opening illustrates the wish to publicize the pickleball to the greatest number.
High -end infrastructure for optimal practice
The site has Three resin covered landwith a six -meter ceiling height, guaranteeing ideal play conditions in all time. The equipment made available is of professional quality, and a proshop allows you to equip itself on site.
Extended schedules (11 a.m.–23h during the week, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. on weekends) offer great flexibility to come and play, train or discover this sports activity dynamic.
A friendly house club to extend the experience
After a game, players can find themselves in the Pickle Arena Club House space. There is a snacking corner and drinks, perfect for prolonging the exchanges in a warm atmosphere. It is also a place where real moments of conviviality are created between enthusiasts.
An agenda punctuated by tournaments and events
FFT approved competitions
Recently, Pickle Arena Bordeaux offers approved pickleball tournaments by the French Tennis Federation. These competitions allow participants to win (or lose) classification points, an important step to structure the discipline in France.
10 events per month for all levels
The agenda is full: between 10 events are organized. There are leisure tournaments, evenings with broadcasting of match, supervised initiations, but also free sessions for players wishing to train or simply relax.
A desire to democratize pickleball
Initiations for all, courses and supervised sessions
One of the major objectives of Pickle Arena is to make the pickleball discover to the greatest number. The center offers free initiations, individual and collective courses for all levels. The watchword: accessibility, pleasure and progression.
Awareness of younger people thanks to associations
Pickle Arena also works with local associations for Initiate children in pickleballoften in partnership with associations. A great way to bring this sport into the daily life of young people and to develop sports vocations.
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Booming discipline
Born in the United States in the 1960s, pickleball experienced a real boom. He conquered the Americans, with millions of practitioners and even courts installed in Roland-Garros. In France, his practice first developed in the associative world before the emergence of specialized complexes as Pickle Arena Bordeauxengine of this new dynamic.
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Practical information
Pickle Arena
Prices (per player):
Off -peak hours from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.:
2 players:
1h: 8 € 50 and 1h30: 12 €
4 players:
1h: 6€, 1h30: 9€
Hours full weekdays from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m., weekend & holidays
2 players:
1h: 11€, 1h30: 15€
4 players:
1h: 8€50, 1h30: 12€
Racket rental: € 1.50, offered during the first visit
Schedules:
Monday at Friday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Weekends from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Address:
24 rue Francis Garnier, 33300 Bordeaux
Pickleball: A Speedy Guide to America’s Fastest-Growing Sport
To understand the rise of pickleball, let’s break down the essentials in an easy-to-digest format. below is a comparative table highlighting the key aspects of pickleball:
| Feature | Pickleball | Tennis | Badminton | Ping Pong |
|——————–|——————————————|——————————————–|———————————————|———————————————–|
| Court Size | 20 x 44 feet (approx.badminton court) | 78 x 27 feet (singles) / 36 feet (doubles) | 20 x 44 feet (doubles) | 9 x 5 feet |
| Net Height | 34 inches (0.86 m) | 3.5 feet (1.07 m) | 5 feet (1.52 m) | 6 inches (15.24 cm) |
| Paddle | Solid paddle, oversized ping pong paddle | Racket with strings | Light racket, thin frame | Small solid paddle |
| Ball | Perforated plastic (similar to Wiffle ball) | Pressurized rubber ball | Feathered shuttlecock | Small plastic ball |
| Gameplay | Combination of tennis, badminton, and ping pong | Fast-paced, strategic | Emphasizes finesse and agility | Fast-paced, reaction-based |
| “Kitchen” Zone | Non-volley zone near the net | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Typical Game | Played to 11 points, win by 2 | Played in sets (e.g., best of 3 sets) | played to 21 points, win by 2 | Played to 11 points, win by 2 |
| Accessibility | High; easy to learn, suitable for all ages and skill levels | Moderate; requires skill and stamina | Moderate; requires good agility | Relatively high; requires good reflexes |
| Popularity | Rapidly growing | Established global sport | Moderately popular | widely known but less popular for organized play |
Pickleball: Why It’s taking Over
Pickleball combines elements of multiple sports, making it easy to pick up and play, which is a major factor in its popularity. The game’s accessible nature allows players of all ages and skill levels to participate,from novices to experienced athletes seeking a different kind of challenge. It’s not just a trend; it’s a community-driven movement. Pickleball facilities like Pickle Arena Bordeaux exemplify this, fostering social connections and providing a dynamic environment for players to improve their skills.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
to further assist you in understanding pickleball, here are some frequently asked questions:
Q: What is pickleball?
A: Pickleball is a paddle sport that blends elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong
