Why Pickleball for your club?
Pickleball is the fastest-growing racket sport in the world — and in Germany we are just at the beginning of this development.
Tennis and multi-sport clubs benefit especially: existing facilities can be used for Pickleball without major investments.
Pickleball appeals to target groups who may find tennis too demanding or too expensive.
Advantage for tennis clubs
Four regular Pickleball courts fit on a standard tennis court (23.77 × 10.97 m) — with sufficient buffer zones.
Courts per tennis court
Maximum utilisation of existing facilities without new construction.
Clubs in Germany
Growing community — become part of the network.
What Pickleball brings to your club
Attract new members
Pickleball attracts target groups who were not previously in the club.
Use existing facilities
No major investments needed. Four Pickleball courts can be created on a tennis facility.
New revenue streams
Courses, court rental, taster sessions, tournaments — Pickleball offers diverse opportunities.
DPB support
The DPB advises clubs free of charge when starting out.
Digital infrastructure
With the DPB, your club gets access to the Pickleball Platform.
National tournament series
As a DPB member, club players can participate in the national tournament series.
Introducing Pickleball to your club
Contact DPB & get advice
The first step is a conversation with the DPB. We discuss your facility and goals — free and non-binding.
Set up facility & courts
Temporary lines on tennis courts + portable net = immediately ready. Costs from approx. 200–450 €.
Train coaches
The DPB offers structured coach training. A trained coach is the cornerstone of a successful Pickleball section.
Taster courses & build community
Open taster sessions and open play offers. Pickleball players are enthusiastic — this generates organic growth.
List on the Pickleball Platform
Your club becomes visible in the Pickleball Platform Club Finder — 9,000+ clubs worldwide.
Court options
Temporary lines
Adhesive film or paint on existing tennis courts. Cost-effective and immediately implementable.
Portable net
Easy to set up and take down, ideal for halls and flexible use. Certified nets to official dimensions.
Dedicated court
Permanent courts with fixed net posts and permanent lines. Optimal for clubs that want to establish Pickleball long-term.
Register your club on the Pickleball Platform
9,000+ clubs worldwide. Players search for clubs near them every day — be part of it.
FAQ for clubs
Your club – your Pickleball offer
Start today. The DPB accompanies your club from the very beginning — free of charge and personally.