Learn more about pickleball

As the largest gated community in the United States, Hot Springs Village offers an abundance of lifestyle amenities for Property Owners to enjoy. In addition to nine golf courses, 11 recreational lakes, a state-of-the-art fitness center and numerous cultural activities, HSV is also home to scores of recreational activities such as tennis, swimming and pickleball. You heard that right … pickleball.

Though the game may have a funny name, Pickleball provides a fast-paced, aerobic sport and an excellent transition for former tennis players looking for a less strenuous, but fun activity.

Pickleball, which is played with a hard paddle and a wiffleball, combines the elements of badminton, tennis, racquet ball and ping-pong, and is played on a badminton-sized court.

Pickleball enthusiasts note the game gives people an opportunity to participate in a court sport no matter what their skill or activity level, and makes it possible for even those with limited physical abilities to stay active.

The sport, which was created in 1965 to provide an activity for the entire family, is fun for all ages. It takes up less space than a tennis court and can be played both indoors and outdoors. The Village has eight outdoor courts at the Family Recreation Area.

Pickleball is played the world over - throughout the United States in addition to Canada, Japan, Singapore and Western Europe.

For more information about pickleball and other sports offered in Hot Springs Village, call the Recreation Department at 922-0322.