Rules and playing equipment

Paddle and ball

General characteristics of the paddle and the perforated ball. Guides, articles, and definitions on rules and playing equipment.

What the federation says about the paddle, ball, and court in pickleball

Find out in the federation rules what you need to bring to play.

About 4 min

Pickleball: the vocabulary of the game for beginners (serve, non-volley zone)

Understand the basic pickleball terms to follow a first game and read the rules.

About 4 min

Pickleball paddle cover: what is it really for?

Find out whether a cover is useful for your play and what types of protection exist.

About 4 min

Pickleball bag: the most common buying mistakes

Spot the classic traps before buying a bag: size, carrying comfort, and keeping your things separate.

About 4 min

Bag capacity: how to calculate its volume in liters from its dimensions

Estimate a bag's volume in seconds from its three dimensions and compare it with your needs.

About 4 min

Pickleball and badminton: what the federations coming closer together changes for clubs

Understand the federal context of pickleball in France and its effect on access to gyms and play.

About 4 min

Backpack or multi-paddle bag: which format for pickleball?

Compare bag formats based on how often you play and the gear you carry, so you can choose with confidence.

About 4 min

Getting started in pickleball: what goes in your first bag?

Build a complete first pickleball bag without buying useless accessories.

About 5 min

Pickleball gear: what the FFT says and what to pack in your bag

FFT rules and the basic gear to carry.

About 6 min

Organizing your bag pockets: a checklist before you go play

Get your bag ready in a few minutes with a simple checklist to tick before every session.

About 4 min