Pickleball

Madison Parks and Recreation offers Pickleball!

Pickleball is a fast-growing racquet sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. Played on a badminton-sized court with a tennis-like net, players use paddles to hit a perforated plastic ball. The game can be played in singles or doubles, with the goal of scoring by landing the ball in the opponent's court while following rules for serving, volleying, and the "kitchen" (a non-volley zone). It's easy to learn and suitable for all ages and skill levels.

Where to play:

Brown Gym | 100 S Broadway Street

  • Monday through Friday, 10 AM - 1 PM for open play
  • 1 - 3:30 PM for group play (bring your own group of 4)

* Evening sessions are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 - 9 PM.

Mary Kay McCubbin Sport Court | 1253 W Main Street

  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday
    • Morning until 12 PM: Tennis
    • From 5 PM onwards: Pickleball

  • Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
    • Morning until 12 PM: Pickleball
    • From 5 PM onwards: Tennis

*Open Court: 12 PM to 5 PM daily; all day on Sundays

Sport Court Rules:

If no one is using the sport court during the designated times for a specific sport, it can be used for other sports. However, you must give up the court if others come to play the designated sport. Bring your own balls. Pickleball nets are available in the storage building. If you're the last to leave and the lights are on, please turn them off (the switch is in a box next to the entrance).

Passes Available: (purchase at Brown Gym or on Rec Desk)

  • $5 daily pass (purchase at Brown Gym only)
  • $115 annual daytime pass
  • $55 annual evening pass
  • $130 annual all-inclusive pass (daytime and evening)

Summer Adult and Youth Leagues:

We also offer adult and youth pickleball leagues during the summer, so stay tuned for more information on dates and costs.