Do you know the game pickleball? It’s a fast-paced, easy-to-learn game that is gaining popularity. If you have tennis courts in your community and want to give people another option to play, consider converting them into pickleball courts! Here are some helpful tips on how you can do this.
What is Pickleball?
What is pickleball? Pickleball is a sport that was inspired by tennis and ping pong. It’s played with two or four people (singles and doubles) on an indoor or outdoor court, typically in a badminton/tennis size court. It uses a perforated plastic ball instead of a hollow, rubber, or plastic ball and has a low net (similar to tennis). Renting out a tennis court can be costly and time-consuming after factoring in equipment costs. Converting a tennis court into pickleball courts can save time and money by utilizing the same hard surface.
Why seek professional help?
Converting a tennis court to a pickleball court without tennis court contractor help often causes more harm than good. For example, the ball’s bounce may not be consistent, or seating for spectators or benches may be an issue since they are too close to the net.
How to Convert Tennis Courts to Pickleball Courts
Your contractor may follow these steps to convert it into a pickleball court:
1) Subtract the width of the badminton/tennis net from the length of a tennis court
2) Divide by 2 to determine how far apart to make the pickleball nets
3) Mark where to put each line on the ground using paint or chalk
Steps to converting a tennis court into a pickleball court
1) Subtract the width of the badminton/tennis net from the length of a tennis court
2) Divide by 2 to determine how far apart to make the pickleball nets
3) Mark where to put each line on the ground using paint or chalk
4) Excavate, install, and level cement for the pickleball court
5) Fill the court with sand, so it’s smooth and even
6) Pour 3 inches of Portland cement onto the sand to bind it together
7) Smooth out with a groover, so there are no high spots or holes
8) Paint lines on the cement utilizing tape guides, stencils, or a template
9) Place pickleball nets on concrete and attach poles to cement with backboard brackets.
The Benefits of converting a tennis court into a pickleball court
1) Save time and money compared to renting out a tennis court
2) Can play at any time without booking, does not interfere with other activities
3) Reduce wear and tear on the body compared to tennis
4) Increased visibility for spectators
5) Easier way to create a social circle
6) Does not require specific equipment, can be played barefoot or in sneakers
7) Can play year-round, inside or outdoors.
Converting a tennis court into pickleball courts can be easy with the right tools and knowledge, but it is recommended to seek tennis court contractor help if you are inexperienced.
