Pickleball Courts
Pickleball Court Construction, Lighting & Shading
One of the keys to taking your pickleball game to the next level is having access to a convenient, well-built pickleball court. Whether you’re preparing for serious competition, setting up casual games with friends, or creating a temporary court for an event, knowing the basics will help you get the most enjoyment out of every match. These guidelines will help you design, build, or adapt a court that’s perfect for your needs.
Court Setup
Build Your Pickleball Court
When laying out a temporary or permanent court, it’s essential to follow the official pickleball court dimensions as shown in the diagram. A regulation pickleball court measures 20 feet wide by 44 feet long. Courts should be oriented north–south outdoors to avoid players looking directly into the sun during morning or late-afternoon play—a common safety hazard.
Court Setup
Pickleball Court Dimensions
- Baselines: sit parallel to the net at the end of the court.
- Sidelines: running the length of the court.
- Non-volley zone (NVZ): the area on either side of the net bound in by a line parallel to and 7 feet from the net and two sidelines.
- Centerline: extends down the center from the baselines to the NVZ, dividing the court.
- Service area: the area beyond the NVZ on either side of the centerline, including the centerline, sideline, and baseline.
