Pickleball at the Velodrome
The infield square just got a whole lot more fun!
Pickleball court rental is now available on weekends at the Grassroots Trust Velodrome.
Our indoor courts provide a great space to play year-round, whether you are booking a casual game with friends, organising a group session, or planning a workplace activity.
Court hire includes pickleball equipment, with racquets and balls provided, so you can simply turn up and play.
To book, or check availability, email reception reception@velodrome.nz or call 0800 VELODROME and we'll get you sorted!
How does it work?
For now, we are trialling Pickleball court rental on Saturdays and Sundays in the infield, with the plan to grow the schedule because we know how popular it will be!
Courts can be rented for 60-minute blocks at $20 per hour per court. Only one person from your group needs to call up to book the court.
Saturday time slots are 10:30 am, 11:30 am. 12:30 pm and 1:30 pm.
Sunday time slots are 11:30 am, 12:30 pm and 1:30 pm.
When you come to the Velodrome reception desk, you will be provided with a brief run through of guidelines for court hire and venue rules.
What to bring and wear
Wear supportive sneakers and clothes that are suitable for moving around in. Bring a drink bottle. All equipment supplied.
How do you play?
Pickleball is a fun and easy to learn paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis. It is played on a court similar in size to a badminton court, with a net across the middle. Players use paddles to hit a lightweight plastic ball over the net, either in singles or doubles.
The game begins with an underhand serve hit diagonally into the opponent’s service box. Each side must let the ball bounce once before returning it, known as the “two bounce rule.” After that, players can either volley the ball in the air or play it after a bounce.
There is also a no volley zone near the net, often called “the kitchen,” where players cannot hit the ball out of the air. This helps keep the game strategic and accessible for all skill levels.
Points can only be scored by the serving team, and games are typically played to 11 points, with a two point lead needed to win. Pickleball is social, fast paced and suitable for players of all ages and abilities.
