Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Welcome to our FAQ section! Here you’ll find answers to common questions about events, memberships, clubs, and more.
I’m a brand-new PLAYER. What do I need to know to prepare for my first game?
No special preparation is required. Just book your calendar for a 1 - 1,5 hour game and come with your regular athletic gear. For the first game all the equipment is provided. Once you get a feel for the game you can decide whether to buy your own equipment (paddle) or to rent it. Reasonably priced good quality paddles are available in our Pro-shop at www.pickleballuniversal.com/shop
Where to find the rules of the pickleball game?
If you are a club member or a PBU community member, you will receive free access to our online book which explains everything you need to know. For guest players “Pickleball in 7 easy lessons” is available for purchase in our Pro-shop at www.pickleballuniversal.com
How old do kids have to be to start—and is there junior-sized equipment?
If they can hold a paddle and hit the ball over the net, they are good to go. Lightweight “Student Special” paddles available at our Pre-shop are a good choice for beginner players.
What are the requirements for paddle court if I want to start a club? How many courts are needed to run pickleball games?
This link has all the details of owning and operating a club (link to the page where potential club owners provide their details. We will add about facility requirements to that same page)
