Pickleball, the sport that mixes elements of tennis, ping pong, and badminton has gained popularity over the years — across the country and right here in Nashville.
Find your pickle pack
Music City Pickleball
This social club celebrates all things pickleball in Middle Tennessee and hosts club play, clinics, and more at TOA Sports Performance Center in Franklin.
Nashville Pickleball
Facebook group for sharing open play opportunities, tournament announcements, court openings, and more.
Pickleball Kids USA
The organization promotes the sport through lessons, summer camps, and a certified coach program.
Dinkville
This Nashville pickleball community has grown to 2,100+ members since forming in July 2022.
Bonus: Keep an eye on NSL and Mid State Sports Leagues when you’re ready to unleash your competitive side.
Local courts
Whether you’re new to the game or haven’t played in awhile, brush up on the rules and find a local court.
The Courts at West Meade, 812 Davidson Dr.
Choose from beginner, intermediate, and advanced open play sessions, and check the calendar for social events such as The Sunday Set, designed for players ages 21 to 35.
Pickleball Kingdom, 5035 Harding Pl.
Picklers of all skill levels can sign up for open play or book sessions led by a coach. There are even classes designed for kids ages 6 and up.
Dinkville Under Broad, Nashville Yards
Join open play, sign up for an Intro to Pickleball clinic, or play on the 9-hole mini golf if you’re all pickled out.
Gordon Jewish Community Center, 801 Percy Warner Blvd.
Three indoor courts in the full gym (four times weekly) and one indoor court in the half gym (three times weekly) are available with nets, balls, and paddles provided. If you have your own, feel free to dink on the outdoor tennis courts during operating hours.
Centennial Sportsplex Tennis Center, 224 25th Ave. N.
The athletic complex’s 12 pickleball courts are ready for open play hours ($5 to $10 per hour) and Intro to Pickleball classes ($48).
Metro Parks and Recreation, Locations vary
Metro offers indoor and outdoor pickleball play at 15+ parks and regional centers, though some places require you to bring your own net.
Green Hills Park, 1200 Lone Oak Rd.
Located by the park and J.T. Moore Middle School, the court is free to play.
Gallatin Civic Center, 210 Albert Gallatin Ave.
Live, work, or play near Gallatin? Pay $5 to play on the courts inside the gym.
Delmas Long Community Center, 200 Memorial Dr.
Indoor pickleball open play is offered at various times throughout the week.
C2 Attack, 162 Imperial Blvd., Hendersonville
The “lifetime” package for a one-time donation ($5,000) offers unlimited sessions and paid tournaments. Montly and yearly memberships are also available.
Don’t put the paddle down just yet — find more public pickleball courts in the Middle Tennessee area.
