Quick answer: A regulation pickleball court is 6.1 m wide and 13.41 m long (20 x 44 ft), used for both singles and doubles. The kitchen extends 2.13 m from the net on each side. The net stands 0.914 m high at the posts and 0.86 m at the center. The recommended total footprint for one court is about 9.1 x 18.3 m.
Part of pickleball's appeal is how compact the court is: four pickleball courts fit inside a single tennis court. But small doesn't mean you can line it however you like. Get the kitchen off by even a few centimeters and the entire net-play strategy shifts. This article rounds up every official measurement, for anyone who wants to understand the court and anyone planning to build one.
Official pickleball court measurements
Under the international rules used at tournaments in Vietnam, a pickleball court has the following dimensions:
| Item | Regulation measurement | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Court width | 6.10 m (20 ft) | Same for singles and doubles |
| Court length | 13.41 m (44 ft) | Covers both halves of the court |
| Kitchen (Non-Volley Zone) | 2.13 m (7 ft) each side | Measured from the net on each side |
| Net height at the posts | 0.914 m (36 in) | |
| Net height at center | 0.86 m (34 in) | Net dips slightly at the center |
| Recommended footprint for one court | 9.1 x 18.3 m (30 x 60 ft) | Includes run-back space around the court |
A key difference from tennis: pickleball singles and doubles share the same court dimensions, with no separate doubles lines. Lines are 5 cm wide and count as part of the in-bounds court.
The kitchen: the zone that shapes the whole game
The 2.13 m zone right against the net on each side is officially the Non-Volley Zone, better known among players as the "kitchen." Standing inside it, you can't volley — meaning you can't hit the ball before it bounces. That single rule is what creates pickleball's signature dink battles at the net. Which is why the kitchen has to be measured with absolute precision when building a court: shallower than regulation and net-rushing volleys become too easy; deeper and the game slows down considerably.
Common court surfaces in Vietnam
Acrylic-coated concrete. The most common surface at pay-to-play courts today. Consistent, regulation bounce, good drainage, reasonable cost. The downside is it's hard on the knees over long sessions, and the textured surface wears down balls faster.
Interlocking PP tiles. Quick to install, can be disassembled and relocated, easier on the legs than acrylic. The downside is less consistent bounce at the seams, and tiles can shift if installation is sloppy.
Indoor cushioned matting. The easiest on the joints, used at premium indoor courts. Higher cost, and it needs to be fully covered.
What all three surfaces in Vietnam have in common: they're hard courts, and most are exposed to some wind, which is why an outdoor 40-hole ball is still the right choice over an indoor ball, as we covered in indoor vs. outdoor pickleballs.
Building a court? Don't forget the running costs
Court construction is a one-time investment, but balls are a recurring cost every week the court is in use. The busier your court, the more it pays to think seriously about your ball supply: pick a durable, regulation-standard ball, buy by the case at wholesale pricing, and even resell balls to players on-site as an extra revenue stream. vola!'s one-piece molded 40-hole balls come with a dedicated wholesale program for court owners, with stock ready in Hanoi, Da Nang, and Saigon — register for a quote at the dealer page. For a broader look at the business side, see our article on starting a pickleball accessories shop.
Frequently asked questions
How wide and long is a regulation pickleball court?
A regulation court is 6.1 m wide and 13.41 m long, equivalent to 20 x 44 feet, used for both singles and doubles. The recommended footprint for one court, including run-back space, is about 9.1 x 18.3 m.
How deep is the kitchen in pickleball?
The kitchen (Non-Volley Zone) extends 2.13 m from the net on each side of the court. Players standing inside it cannot volley, meaning they can't hit the ball before it bounces.
How high is a pickleball net?
The net stands 0.914 m high at both posts and 0.86 m at the center of the court. A slight natural dip toward the middle is allowed.
How many pickleball courts fit on one tennis court?
A standard tennis court, including its run-back space, can fit up to four pickleball courts — a common way many venues in Vietnam are making use of existing space.