Do you have waiting lists for adult courses?

Yes, if our adult courses are fully booked, you can join our waiting lists or sign up to our emails to receive the latest news and offers.

How do the waiting lists work?

If you join one of our waiting lists, you will be notified by email if a space or suitable alternative becomes available, along with instructions on how to book.

I joined a waiting list, am I guaranteed to get a space?

Due to the popularity at our venues, we cannot guarantee that you will be offered a space. We strongly encourage you to check our website frequently to give yourself the best opportunity to secure one. By signing up to our emails , you will be among the first to know of new courses as soon as they become available to book.

Can I check my progress on a waiting list?

No, but should you find a different activity you wish to book instead we can remove you from the waiting list if you want us to. To do this just let your venue know.

Who can play pickleball?

Absolutely anyone. Pickleball is a great game for all ages – it is based more on control and reactions rather than just power and as it’s on a smaller court, doubles doesn’t require as much movement as other sports. [Pickleball England]

What are the basic rules of pickleball?

Serve Each point starts with an under-hand serve, from behind the back line which must be hit diagonally to the opposite square. The serve must clear the non-volley zone (including the non-volley line). A server gets 1 service attempt. If the server wins the point, they continue to serve and alternate sides. In doubles, both players get to serve regardless of whether they win their first point on serve. When the service is lost, then both players in the opposing pair get to be the server. Play ‘Double Bounce Rule’ - Each team must play their first return shot off the bounce. It is only after the third short that the ball can either be volleyed or played off the bounce. Volleys - Players are only allowed to volley when their feet are behind the non-volley zone line. The point is lost if the volleyer’s momentum carries the player into the non-volley zone after volleying. Scoring Pickleball is scored as a first to 11 points, with two clear points needed to win. A point can only be won by the serving team.

How do I report any safeguarding concerns?

For your own personal safety, if at any time you feel uncomfortable or unhappy, trust your instincts and share your concerns. Each of our sporting venues operates according to the ‘Safeguarding, Diversity and Inclusion’ policies as set out by the Governing Bodies for each of the sports played. More information on our Welfare Officer and Safeguarding policies can be found here .

Adult Beginner

Pickleball Courses

Introduction to Pickleball

This summer, join our 6-week Adult Pickleball Courses—the perfect opportunity to learn more about America's fastest-growing sport! All equipment included.

Adult Pickleball Courses

Uncover the excitement of Pickleball with our 6-week Beginner courses at Park Sports Chiswick.

Perfect for newcomers or those who may struggle with the fundamentals. Each session combines coaching, drills, and fun games to help you learn the basics of stroke play, in game tactics, and how to keep score.

Monday 8pm-9pm | June 16 – 21 July
Sunday 1pm-2pm | June 22 – 27 July

How to Find Us

You can find us in the northern corner of Chiswick House Gardens, where the gardens meet the A4. If travelling by car, we have a pay & display car park accessed via the A4 westbound.

If arriving by bicycle, at the front of the sports pavilion, you will be able to use our bicycle parking rack to lock your bike up safely. You will need to bring your own padlock.

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