by Jasper Wang

How to Play Pickleball: A Beginner’s Guide 🎾

Ready to dive into the fast-paced world of pickleball? This beginne...
How to Play Pickleball: A Beginner’s Guide 🎾

Introduction 

Welcome to the exciting world of pickleball! Whether you’re looking for a fun new hobby or want to get competitive, pickleball is the perfect sport for all ages and skill levels. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to play pickleball, so you can hit the court confidently and start enjoying the game right away.

 

1. What is Pickleball?

Pickleball is a fast-growing paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. Played on a smaller court, it’s easy to learn and suitable for all ages and skill levels. Whether for fun or competition, pickleball offers an engaging experience for everyone.

 

2. Equipment You’ll Need

Before you hit the court, here’s the essential gear:

Pickleball Paddle: Choose our Astes Sports Engineer Pro for explosive power or Engineer Max for pinpoint control.

Pickleball Balls: For top performance, try our FlyingPea Pro Balls.

Eyewear: Protect your vision and enhance performance with our Clairvoyant Pro and Clairvoyant Lite eyewear.

 

3. The Court Setup

Pickleball is played on a court measuring 20 x 44 feet, with a net height of 36 inches at the sidelines and 34 inches in the center.

 

4. Basic Rules of Pickleball

The Serve: An underhand serve must cross diagonally, with one foot behind the baseline.

Scoring: Only the serving team can score. Games are played to 11, and you must win by 2 points.

Double Bounce Rule: Both teams must let the ball bounce once after the serve.

Non-Volley Zone: The “kitchen” is a 7-foot zone near the net where volleys are not allowed.

 

5. Pickleball Tips for Beginners

Stay in position: Play near the net for better control.

Practice your serve: Try different types of serves, like lobs or spins.

Use proper eyewear: Protect your eyes with Astes Sports eyewear.

 

6. Where to Play

Pickleball courts are available at local parks, recreation centers, and community clubs.

 

Ready to Play?

Now that you know the basics, it’s time to gear up! Explore our premium pickleball collection at Astes Sports and take your game to the next level.

 

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