Pickleball & Emerging Court Solutions: Design, Maintenance, ROI

Pickleball’s rapid rise makes it an attractive addition to community sports programs and private clubs. For investors and operators, a well-planned court yields steady activity and strong member retention. The key is doing the basics right: correct court dimensions, surface selection, and easy maintenance.

Layout & Surface

Court layout is standardized, but adjacent circulation and spectator spaces greatly affect usability. Surfaces should provide predictable bounce without being abrasive; polypropylene or acrylic systems over compacted bases are common choices.

Revenue Models & ROI

From an ROI point of view, pickleball courts are efficient: smaller footprint than many sports, lower construction cost per sqm, and strong community appeal. Consider multi-use designs that let courts serve tennis, pickleball and social programming with removable lines or modular surfacing.

Maintenance & Longevity

Maintenance is manageable: scheduled sweeping, net checks, and surface repairs keep courts reliable. AAIF Group works with owners to model projected utilization and recommend surfaces and lighting that balance upfront cost with long-term value.