Pickleball
The pickleball hype has also reached the Netherlands!
At Sportcentrum VU, we now have the facilities to play this simple and accessible racket sport, which is above all a great deal of fun!
On Sunday March 22, we hold the Pickleball Amstelveen Open organized by Pim Huberts. Do you want to participate? Check for more information this page: Pickleball Amstelveen Open and register for the event.
Why pickleball?
- Accessible: easy to learn and less physically demanding than tennis or squash.
- Social: it's all about fun and connection – ideal for recreational players.
- Versatile: can be played indoors or outdoors.
- Fast-paced: the ball moves rapidly from left to right on a small court.
What is Pickleball?
Pickleball is a combination of badminton, table tennis, tennis and padel. It is mainly played 2 against 2. Compared to, for example, tennis and padel, the sport has other characteristics that make the sport grow so fast. The speed of the ball is about a third of a tennis ball. The court is about a third of a tennis court. And unlike a tennis racket, the "paddle" has no strings, making it easier to hit the ball. This combination makes the sport extremely accessible. With pickleball anyone without a background can immediately play a nice game.
We now offer pickleball in the sports hall. Various courts will be set up for playing, and you don't need to make a reservation!
Please check the class schedule, as classes may be canceled due to exams for VU students.
When you we play?
Starting August 6, 2026, you can play every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Prices:
- Free if you already have a subscription.
- Students without a subscription: 10-trip ticket for €55.
- VU employees with or without a VU in Motion subscription: 10-trip ticket for €55.
- Others without a subscription: 10-trip ticket for €65.
- One-time access: €7.50.