Northern Beaches Pickleball

Frequently Asked
Questions

What is pickleball?

Pickleball is a fun, fast-paced paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. It's played on a smaller court than tennis, with a net similar to a tennis net but slightly lower.

Pickleball is easy to learn, making it accessible to people of all ages and skill levels. Its smaller court and slower pace compared to tennis make it less physically demanding, yet it still offers plenty of opportunity for strategy and competition. It has grown rapidly in popularity in recent years and is played recreationally and competitively worldwide.

If you want to know more about how Pickleball is played, head on over to our Pickleball 101 page.

What is pickleball?

If you want to know more about how Pickleball is played, head on over to our Pickleball 101 page.

What is pickleball?

If you want to know more about how Pickleball is played, head on over to our Pickleball 101 page.

Are members of NBPA covered by insurance?

You will be covered by PAA’s Personal Accident Insurance when playing in NBP club sessions and PAA-sanctioned events. Full details of this policy and its benefits are available on the PAA website.

Are members of NBPA covered by insurance?

You will be covered by PAA’s Personal Accident Insurance when playing in NBP club sessions and PAA-sanctioned events. Full details of this policy and its benefits are available on the PAA website.

Are members of NBPA covered by insurance?

You will be covered by PAA’s Personal Accident Insurance when playing in NBP club sessions and PAA-sanctioned events. Full details of this policy and its benefits are available on the PAA website.

How much does it all cost?

Annual membership at Northern Beaches Pickleball costs:
$90 for ordinary members

$75 for senior members over 65 years

$40 for children under 18 years

The above fees also include membership of the Pickleball Australia (PAA) and the Pickleball Association of NSW (PANSW).

A 2-hour playing session at one of our venues is usually $12 per player.

Should you wish to play in our Dee Why PCYC sessions, then you will also need to take out an annual PCYC membership for $30.

NBP supplies the balls and nets, and while many players have their own paddles, the club has plenty of spare ones that you can borrow for the session.

How much does it all cost?

Annual membership at Northern Beaches Pickleball costs:
$90 for ordinary members

$75 for senior members over 65 years

$40 for children under 18 years

The above fees also include membership of the Pickleball Australia (PAA) and the Pickleball Association of NSW (PANSW).

A 2-hour playing session at one of our venues is usually $12 per player.

Should you wish to play in our Dee Why PCYC sessions, then you will also need to take out an annual PCYC membership for $30.

NBP supplies the balls and nets, and while many players have their own paddles, the club has plenty of spare ones that you can borrow for the session.

How much does it all cost?

Annual membership at Northern Beaches Pickleball costs:
$90 for ordinary members

$75 for senior members over 65 years

$40 for children under 18 years

The above fees also include membership of the Pickleball Australia (PAA) and the Pickleball Association of NSW (PANSW).

A 2-hour playing session at one of our venues is usually $12 per player.

Should you wish to play in our Dee Why PCYC sessions, then you will also need to take out an annual PCYC membership for $30.

NBP supplies the balls and nets, and while many players have their own paddles, the club has plenty of spare ones that you can borrow for the session.

What should I wear/bring to a session?

Wear comfortable clothing and non-marking tennis or indoor sports shoes. Running shoes are not recommended.

There are spare paddles for you to use, and we supply the balls and nets.

Other than that, we'd recommend you bring water or a sports drink to keep yourself hydrated, and a towel!

What should I wear/
bring to a session?

Wear comfortable clothing and non-marking tennis or indoor sports shoes. Running shoes are not recommended.

There are spare paddles for you to use, and we supply the balls and nets.

Other than that, we'd recommend you bring water or a sports drink to keep yourself hydrated, and a towel!

What should I wear/bring to a session?

Wear comfortable clothing and non-marking tennis or indoor sports shoes. Running shoes are not recommended.

There are spare paddles for you to use, and we supply the balls and nets.

Other than that, we'd recommend you bring water or a sports drink to keep yourself hydrated, and a towel!

Do I have to be a member to play at venues organised by NBP?

Yes, however, there are exceptions.

Players who are new to Pickleball can play without being a member at our "Come and Try" Sessions. Check out our page for first time players here.

We also welcome overseas and interstate visitors for up to 3 weeks without having to pay membership fees. To apply to become a visitor, please fill out our Visitor form.

Do I have to be a member to play at venues organised by NBP?

Yes, however, there are exceptions.

Players who are new to Pickleball can play without being a member at our "Come and Try" Sessions. Check out our page for first time players here.

We also welcome overseas and interstate visitors for up to 3 weeks without having to pay membership fees. To apply to become a visitor, please fill out our Visitor form.

Do I have to be a member to play at venues organised by NBP?

Yes, however, there are exceptions.

Players who are new to Pickleball can play without being a member at our "Come and Try" Sessions. Check out our page for first time players here.

We also welcome overseas and interstate visitors for up to 3 weeks without having to pay membership fees. To apply to become a visitor, please fill out our Visitor form.