Pickleball is having a moment. Grab your paddles, round up your friends, and head to these courts around Metro Manila for your next sporty day out.
If you’re on social media, you’ve probably seen at least one friend pick up a paddle and head to a pickleball court. The sport—where players hit a perforated plastic ball back and forth while trying to outsmart their opponents—has quickly become the “it” activity of the moment. If you’re ready to see what the hype is about, we’ve rounded up pickleball courts you can book with your friends for a fun-filled, sporty day.
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Kerry Sports Manila
Kerry Sports Manila turns a pickleball session into a full-on wellness day. The premium sports club offers a polished setting and access to the kind of facilities you’d expect from a five-star hotel. Come for a few rounds with friends, freshen up after, and cap off the day with lunch or dinner nearby. Because if you’re going to work up a sweat, you might as well make a whole day out of it.
Kerry Sports Manila is located at Level 5 and 6 of Shangri-La The Fort, Manila, 30th Street corner 5th Ave., Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
Baseline Pickleball Club
Baseline Pickleball Club is a good pick for those who want a dedicated space to actually play. The club focuses on the sport, so you can expect a proper pickleball setup instead of squeezing a game into a multipurpose court. It’s also open until late, making it an easy option for after-work matches that make for a fun, full evening with friends.
Baseline Pickleball Club is located at Brgy. Santa Ana, Taguig City, Metro Manila
Pickleball Junction
Pickleball Junction brings a social energy to the game. Whether you’re booking a court with your usual group or joining an open play session, pickleball becomes a way to meet fellow players and new friends. Its Kapitolyo location also means you’re never too far from a good post-game meal, because apparently, hitting a plastic ball around works up quite the appetite.
Pickleball Junction is located at 10 Brixton St, Pasig, 1300 Metro Manila, Philippines
Vantage Pickleball
Vantage Pickleball is worth the trip for players looking for a dedicated pickleball experience. The venue has built a strong following among regular players, with well-maintained courts and a setup designed around the sport. Bring your friends for a casual game or stay long enough to convince yourself that, with a little more practice, you could absolutely go pro.
Vantage Pickleball is located at 1 FVR Rd, Marikina, 1800
Activate One Ayala
Activate One Ayala is perfect for those who like their pickleball sessions with a side of convenience. The modern, fully air-conditioned venue offers a crisp and polished setting for a game, while its location puts you right in the middle of Makati’s Central Business District. Once you’re done playing, you can trade your paddle for a proper meal, a little shopping, or whatever else the day calls for.
Activate One Ayala is located at Level 5 of One Ayala, Makati
Banner photo courtesy of Pickleball Junction
Frequently Asked Questions
You can play pickleball at several venues across Metro Manila, including Kerry Sports Manila in BGC, Activate One Ayala in Makati, Baseline Pickleball Club in Taguig, Pickleball Junction in Pasig, and Vantage Pickleball in Marikina.
Activate One Ayala offers a modern, fully air-conditioned indoor venue in Makati. Its location inside One Ayala also makes it easy to grab a meal or go shopping after your game.
For pickleball in Makati, head to Activate One Ayala, located inside One Ayala in Central Makati. If you’re after a more premium sports-club experience nearby, Kerry Sports Manila in BGC is another option.
It depends on the kind of day you have planned. Pickleball Junction offers a social atmosphere and open play sessions, while Baseline Pickleball Club and Vantage Pickleball cater to those looking for dedicated pickleball spaces. Kerry Sports Manila and Activate One Ayala are great if you want to turn your game into a full day out.
Activate One Ayala puts you steps away from dining and shopping in Central Makati, while Pickleball Junction’s Kapitolyo location makes a post-game meal an easy addition to your plans. Kerry Sports Manila also lets you extend your pickleball session into a full wellness and dining day in BGC.
