Where can I find places to play and get started?

Doubles is the most popular format in pickleball. The key strategic principle is getting both partners to the kitchen line as quickly as possible, where you control the pace and angles of the rally.

Pickleball offers a wide spectrum from casual social games to intense tournament competition. Understanding the difference helps you find the right level of play for your goals.

Structured instruction accelerates your learning curve dramatically compared to just showing up to open play. A two-hour introductory clinic covers fundamentals that would take weeks to pick up on your own.

DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) is the most widely used pickleball rating system globally. It uses a scale from 2.000 (beginner) to 8.000 (professional) and updates automatically with each recorded match.

Open play is the most common format at public pickleball courts. Players stack their paddles in groups of four to queue for the next game, rotating in with different partners and opponents. It's the easiest way to start playing.

Places2Play (P2P) is the official court-finding tool powered by USA Pickleball. It maps pickleball locations worldwide and lets you filter by indoor/outdoor, free/paid, and skill level.