All things Pickleball in Birmingham—where to play, clubs to join + more

Pickleball is one of the trendiest, most popular sports in Birmingham, with new courts popping up and players gathering all over. With the warm weather we got a taste of this week, it’s the perfect time to start playing. Keep reading for all things pickleball in The Magic City.

What’s the hype all about?

Pickleball is a paddle sport combining features of tennis, badminton and ping-pong using a paddle and a plastic ball. The rules are simple and easy to learn, so it’s a great introductory sport.

According to Pickleheads, Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America. There are around 36.5 million pickleball players in the US, making it one of the largest sports in America by participation.

“The magic of pickleball is it’s easy to learn, but hard to master. Beginners can go out their first time, learn the game, have fun, and even win a few games. But advanced players stay challenged, and keep coming back for more. This dynamic is a big reason why pickleball continues to grow like crazy.

Pickleball is a sport for all ages. Anyone from age 5 to 95 can play and have fun. This makes pickleball the perfect activity for families.”

Brandon Mackie, co-founder of Pickleheads

Where to play

• CityWalk BHAM Pickleball Courts
  • 950 22nd St N Suite 550, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA
  • Website
  • Free to play
• Levite Jewish Community Center
  • 3960 Montclair Rd, Mountain Brk, AL, 35213, USA
  • (205) 879-0411 | Website
  • Membership required

• Greystone YMCA
  • 5414 Hwy 280, Hoover, AL, 35242, USA
  • (205) 981-0144 | Website
  • Membership required

• Lifetime Vestavia Hills
  • 3051 Healthy Way, Birmingham, AL, 35243, USA
  • (205) 547-3100 | Website
  • Membership required

• The Lighthouse at VHUMC
  • 2061 Kentucky Ave, Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216, USA
  • (205) 769-0139 | Website
  • Membership required

• Vestavia Hills Recreation Center
  • 1973 Merryvale Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216, USA
  • (205) 978-0166
  • Membership required

• Bessemer Wellness & Recreation Center
  • 100 14th St S, Bessemer, AL, 35020, USA
  • (205) 425-0655 | Website
  • Membership required

• Clay Pickleball & Tennis Center
  • 6745 Old Springville Rd, Pinson, AL, 35126, USA
  • (205) 533-2777
  • Free to play, reservations available

• Trussville Civic Center
  • 5381 Trussville Clay Rd, Trussville, AL, 35173, USA
  • (205) 655-2503
  • A one-time fee is required to play

• First Baptist Church Trussville
  • 128 Chalkville Rd, Trussville, AL, 35173, USA
  • (205) 228-1000 | Website
  • Free to play

• Trussville Mall Courts
  • 102 N Mall, Trussville, AL, 35173, USA
  • (205) 533-2777
  • Free to play

• Crestwood Park
  • 5400 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham, AL, 35212, USA
  • (205) 254-2391
  • Free to play

Join a club + get ready to play

Ready to get your game on? Check out these local clubs who host community play, training, tournaments and more.

• Pickleball of Birmingham
• Heardmont Park Pickleball
• Pickleball of Vestavia Hills
• Gardendale Pickleball
• Magic City Pickleball Club

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