Nashville’s #1 Resource for All Things Pickleball
Find Places to Play, Certified Instructors, & Communities to Join
IT’S NOT JUST A FAD
The Fastest-Growing Sport in America by the Numbers
Pickleball Growth Explained in Inarguable Numbers
36.5m
pickleball players estimated in the US (Source: the Association of Pickleball Professionals in 2022)
21.3%
growth rate of total participants in 2020 (Source: SFIA Single Sport Participation Report)
$256.2m
predicted value of pickleball paddle market by 2028 (Source: CNBC)
45%
of pickleball players make over $100,000 in annual income (Source: CNBC)
280,000
additional courts will need to be built to meet demand by 2030. Only 38,140 courts are currently available. (CNBC)
70
countries play pickleball (to qualify as an Olympic sport, it needs to be played in at least 75 countries)
Video
What Is Pickleball & Why Is It Taking Over America?
Pickleball is easy to learn, fun to play, it’s a great workout, and many people are getting hooked, including athlete celebrities like LeBron James, Tom Brady, and Drew Brees.
Resources
Find Places to Play & Connect with Local Groups
Music City Pickleball
This club has a dedicated facility in Williamson County with open play and court reservations for members.
Dinkville Community
This is a free group of players who organize meetups and play near Hendersonville and Gallatin Tennessee.
Nashville Pickleball Facebook
This public Facebook group is an easy way to connect with local players, groups, and venues.
Pickleheads Courtfinder
This free and easy-to-use website is an fast way to find courts in Nashville and anywhere in the country.
Nashville Parks & Rec.
Get up-to-date information on Nashville’s public pickleball courts via the parks and recreation page
Certified instructors
Connect with a Certified Pickleball Instructor in Nashville
Adam Richards
Adam is a certified instructor through the IPTPA and the founder of High Five Pickleball.
Michael Smits
Michael is a certified instructor through the IPTPA and community organizer in Nashville.
Stephanie Lane
Stephanie is a IPTPA Master instructor, USAPA National Champion, and PaddleTek Senior Pro
FREE RESOURCES
FREE Download: 10 Important Skills Every Pickleball Player Needs
Sign up and get a free downloadable skills guide and 10 tutorial videos.
FREE RESOURCES
Take Your Game to the Next Level with These Tips
How to Dink in Pickleball: 5 Keys to Success for Beginners
The dink is one of the most essential shots in pickleball. If you want to compete at higher levels, mastering this soft, controlled shot is crucial. In this guide, we'll cover how to dink in pickleball, the fundamentals of dinking, including grip, technique, and...
The #1 Pickleball Skill You’re Ignoring (And How to Fix It)
There are many important skills to master in pickleball, but one often goes underrated—unpredictability. In today's post, we’ll explore simple yet effective ways to add unpredictability to your game, helping you win more points and level up faster. Let’s dive in!...
The ULTIMATE Guide to Beginner Pickleball Paddles: 3 BEST Pickleball Paddles for Beginners
Finding the right beginner pickleball paddle can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. How do you choose a paddle? What are the best brands? What is the best value in the sea of paddles and brands for your skill level? By the end of this video, I’ll help you answer those questions, I’ll help you avoid common mistakes with paddle purchases, and I’ll give you a shortlist of my recommendations that won’t break your budget.
About
About Adam & High Five
Adam Richards a certified instructor with the International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association (IPTPA) and creator of High Five Pickleball.
High Five Pickleball is a resource designed to help you take the guesswork out of your game so you can maximize your time on the court, have more fun, and get better faster. With High Five Pickleball, it’s my goal to help you cultivate your confidence, develop your strategy, and build a strong foundation of skills, techniques, and practices without all the unnecessary trial and error.
Trusted Partners
