What was once an unattractive, abandoned lot that was collecting garbage has blossomed over the last year into a hidden garden haven where people come to learn and enjoy Pickleball in San Juan del Sur.
The San Juan del Sur pickleball court was the first of its kind in the entire country and the facility has followed with many other firsts. It has hosted the first singles and doubles pickleball tournaments, beginner lessons and now it’s the first court in the country to have a roof over it! Playing can now be enjoyed both day and night, in sunshine or rain.
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Only one year ago very few people in the area had even heard of pickleball which was created in Bainbridge Island, Washington State, USA in 1965. The game was designed to be played by both children and adults. The equipment and court time are both affordable and the game is easy to learn. It is the perfect family activity. One short year later many locals play it several times a week. It is a great way to connect with others and for some it has become an avenue to awaken their competitive side. Other reported effects and benefits of play are exercise, weight loss, laughter, and joy.
Not just popular here, the game has been exploding all over. As of September 2022, the International Federation of Pickleball reported that 63 countries in the world now offer Pickleball. Big name tennis stars Agassi, McEnroe, Chang and Roddick participated in a televised Pickleball event. Celebrities and professional athletes are clamoring to be involved by investing in Major League Pickleball Teams. Naomi Osaka, Kevin Durant, Michael B. Jordan, LeBron James, Eva Longoria, Heidi Klum and Michael Phelps to name just a few. The players on these teams are currently earning on average $50,000 usd per year. The players at the top of the rankings are earning in excess of $100,000 per year.
The coming year at PBSJDS will bring more lessons, clinics, a variety of tournaments, weekly group games and a few more surprises, so stay tuned.
The Facebook page Pickleball San Juan del Sur is where one can find a plethora of information. This includes; the rules of the game, tips on how to play, how to avoid injury, singles and doubles strategies and a weekly calendar of what’s happening. Photos are also posted there after each event.
Thank you to all of those who have played and fallen in love with the game.
If you would like a lesson or would like to book the court, you can arrange that at +505 8257 8256.
Pickleball San Juan del Sur is located in La Talanguera. Only a seven-minute walk from downtown. You can find it here on google maps.
