Pickleball is played on a badminton-sized court: 20’ x 44.’ The ball is served diagonally (starting with the right-hand service-square), and points can only be scored by the side that serves.

Players on each side must let the ball bounce once before volleys are allowed, and there is a seven-foot no-volley zone on each side of the net, to prevent “spiking.” The server continues to serve, alternating service courts, until he or she faults. The first side scoring eleven points and leading by at least two points wins. Pickleball can be played as a doubles game or singles game.

Before you step on the court, it's nice to have an understanding of the rules and scoring.  Here are a couple short videos that will help introduce you to the sport of pickleball.

The USAPA (USA Pickleball Association) has a section of their website devoted to newcomers.  Check it out for more information!