Play Pickleball
Play Pickleball
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in Australia - and the easiest to start. NPL builds the clubs, runs the sessions and creates the community. All you have to do is turn up.
The NPL venue network
NPL doesn't just run the league - we build the places Australia plays.
NPL Clubs (owned & operated)
The Jar — South Melbourne
Australia's first dedicated indoor pickleball club. Four championship courts, coaching, leagues and a packed social calendar.
Visit website
The Jar HQ - Maidstone
Nine championship-grade indoor courts, with pro-spec padel arriving later in 2026. The home of the National Pickleball League.
Visit website
PARK Racquet Club
Racquet clubs that actually work. Tennis-led, with pickleball and padel alongside - one club, three sports, done properly. Live at The Gap and Baringa in Queensland, with more venues on the way.
Visit websitePowered by NPL
Powered by NPL are standalone venues that are linked directly to the NPL Professional Pathways and Venue network. Second homes to the NPL community and players.
Want your venue to be powered by NPL?
The Real Dill - Ravenhall
The first Powered by NPL venue. Coaching clinics, open play, round robins and a crew to belong to.
Visit website
The Rally Pickleball - Altona
Six premium indoor courts and the Rally Lounge - good times served here.
Visit websitePartner venues
From Focus Pickleball in Queensland to Pickleball Canberra in the ACT, to the Perth Pickleball Centre in Perth - NPL has partner venues around the country, that all fit the same mould: dedicated courts and a commitment to a fantastic pickleball experience. Find a venue near you.
Want to bring your venue into the network? Get in touch.
How you'll play
Entry sessions
Learn to play. Coach-led, equipment included, zero experience required.
Learn more about Entry sessionsOpen play
The backbone of every club. Graded social play, rotating partners, capped numbers, set to your DUPR level.
Learn more about Open playCoaching
Group clinics, skills & drills, private sessions. The fastest way to move up a level.
Learn more about CoachingRated competitive play
DUPR round robins - structured draws, real results, your official rating on the line.
Learn more about Rated competitive playSocial events
Themed nights, mixers, food and community. The court is the centre, not the whole story.
Learn more about Social eventsCourt hire
Book a court for your crew, seven days a week. Corporate groups welcome.
Learn more about Court hireReady to compete?
NPL tournaments run from community cups to National Majors - every one DUPR-rated, every one open to entry at your level.
Start here
Learn to Play
Entry sessions at NPL clubs: coach-led, equipment provided, no experience needed. You'll be rallying within the hour.
Learn more about Learn to PlayFind your level
Sessions are graded by DUPR rating, so you always play people at your level.
Learn more about Find your levelBook a court
Court hire seven days a week at venues across the network.
Learn more about Book a courtNPL Paddle Partners
NPL is proud to partner with the best pickleball equipment brands in the world. Luzz Pickleball - the American brand taking over the world - and Diadem, the big name in tennis that has entered into pickleball with NPL. Find both ranges at The Jar venues and future PARK Racquet Club venues, with NPL member discounts online.
NPL Property Partner
Diadem
Eight BluCore models with a Lifetime Core Warranty, from a $189.99 entry carbon paddle to the tour-level Edge line. 15% off online with code NPL15.
Paddle guide
NPL Property Partner
Luzz
A four-tier range from an $85 genuine starter through to Pro 4 tournament paddles. Demo one at either Jar venue before you commit.
Paddle guideSee every brand behind the league on the NPL partners page.
Your journey
Every player on the Pro Tour started with a first session. See the whole pathway - from newcomer to national champion.
Community events
Charity days, demo nights and social tournaments - hosted by The Jar and friends, powered by NPL.
See what's onPlay Pickleball news
See AllBuild a Court
Councils, schools, clubs and developers: NPL and Laykold build tournament-grade courts end to end.
Running sessions or a club night?
Clubs and venues run their sessions, ladders and leagues on LADER - bookings, payments, scheduling and DUPR results in one place.