Good news for all pickleball fans who hate breaking into a sweat before the warm-up: SPH Pickle Padel has recently opened Singapore’s first indoor air-conditioned pickleball court at Expo. This means that you and your kakis can now serve and dink your way through a game without turning into a puddle.
Image credit: SPH Pickle Padel via Google Maps
You’ll rarely have to fight for court space here – there are 6 pickleball courts and 3 padel courts up for grabs. The courts are open daily from 7am to 11pm, but if you want to enjoy that sweet, sweet comfort of aircon, make sure to play between 11am and 9pm.
Image credit: SPH Pickle Padel via Google Maps
Playing indoors also means you won’t have to worry about your game getting rained out last minute.
Image credit: @sph.picklepadel via Instagram
In case you haven’t noticed, the pickleball courts are decked out in a 2-tone blue, which is said to evoke calmness and confidence, perfect for keeping cool-headed while you serve up some serious game.
Image credit: SPH Pickle Padel via Google Maps
There’s a dedicated wellness zone with exercise bikes, resistance bands, and yoga mats to help you properly prep before a game and wind down after.
It’s great for seasoned players, but also super handy for those new to the sport. Just refer to the guided instructions for warm-up and cool-down stretches, so you won’t have to awkwardly copy moves from YouTube or guess what to do.
Image credit: SPH Pickle Padel via Google Maps
Don’t forget to visit the on-site shop that sells rackets, balls, and even sportswear. You can choose to rent or purchase what you need, so there’s no pressure to splurge on equipment upfront.
But if you’re looking to invest in your own set later on, we’ve already done the research on the best places to buy pickleball equipment for you.
Image credit: SPH Pickle Padel via Google Maps
Court rental rates are pretty wallet-friendly, especially if you split them among friends. We’ve broken the prices down into a table for your convenience:
| Sport | Weekday | Weekends |
| Pickleball | From $25/hour | From $35/hour |
| Padel | From $70/hour | From $70/hour |
Rates vary depending on time slots, but this gives you a rough idea of what to expect.
Image credit: @padelcatwoman via Instagram
Still think padel is just tennis with extra steps and pickleball is badminton’s distant cousin? Only one way to find out. With spacious courts, all-day bookings, and no fear of rain messing up your plans, this new spot at Expo might just be your next go-to hangout for friendly matches.
More about court rentals in Singapore:
Cover image adapted from: SPH Pickle Padel via Google Maps
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