Pickleball in Leicester (2026): Clubs and Courts
Where to play pickleball in Leicester in 2026: Leicester Pickleball Club, Avanti Fields, Braunstone, Enderby and Aylestone leisure centres, and more.
Pickleball in Leicester has gone from a handful of leisure-centre sessions to a genuine city-wide scene, with a dedicated club, several council venues and community groups now running regular play. Pickleball (a paddle sport that blends tennis, badminton and table tennis on a badminton-sized court) suits Leicester's mix of indoor sports halls perfectly, so most play here is indoors and year-round.
This guide rounds up the main clubs, the leisure centres with marked or bookable courts, and how to get started - whether you are brand new or moving from another city. Sessions and prices change often, so treat this as a starting point and confirm the current timetable with each venue before you travel.
Which are the main Leicester pickleball clubs?
Leicester's club scene is led by a dedicated city club, supported by community and county groups that welcome beginners. Joining a club is the fastest route in - most run friendly, paddles-provided sessions where newcomers are paired with experienced players.
Leicester Pickleball Club
The city's main club, running regular sessions at Avanti Fields School. Membership is flexible, from pay-as-you-go (around £5 a session) to discounted block memberships, and sessions cater for all levels.
Pickleball Coalville
A friendly club serving Coalville and north-west Leicestershire, a good option if you are closer to the M1 than the city centre.
Sileby Tennis and Pickleball Club
A long-established village club in Sileby, between Leicester and Loughborough, welcoming players of all ages and abilities.
West Leicestershire U3A pickleball group
Plays outdoors in summer at Sport in Desford and moves indoors to Enderby Leisure Centre in winter - aimed at older recreational players but a relaxed way in.
Which leisure centres have pickleball courts?
Several Leicester and Leicestershire leisure centres offer pickleball, either through organised club sessions or general pay-and-play court hire. Court surfaces and numbers vary by venue, and some run pickleball only on set days, so check the timetable first.
Avanti Fields School
Home to Leicester Pickleball Club, with multiple indoor courts used for both club sessions and pay-and-play bookings.
Braunstone Leisure Centre
Indoor courts with a mix of organised sessions and pay-and-play access, on the west side of the city.
Enderby Leisure and Golf Centre
Indoor courts suitable for pickleball with organised sessions and general court use - handy for Blaby, Narborough and the surrounding villages.
Aylestone Leisure Centre
Runs indoor pickleball in south Leicester, a convenient option for players near the city centre.
Ramgharia Community Centre
Indoor hard courts available for private hire and used for community club sessions in north Leicester.
The Rally Hub
An indoor racket-sports centre bringing padel, pop tennis, pickleball, badminton and table tennis together under one roof.
Carisbrooke Tennis Club
Offers pickleball court bookings alongside its tennis facilities.
How much does it cost to play pickleball in Leicester?
Costs are low, which is part of the sport's appeal. Most club and pay-and-play sessions sit around £5 a visit, with paddles and balls usually loaned free to newcomers at organised sessions. Regular players save money with block memberships or leisure-centre activity passes. Outdoor community sessions, where available in summer, are often cheaper still.
For the official list of affiliated clubs and the latest on coaching and competitions, Pickleball England (the sport's national governing body) keeps a club locator covering Leicester and the wider county.
How do you start playing pickleball in Leicester?
Find a beginner-friendly session
Start with Leicester Pickleball Club at Avanti Fields, or a leisure-centre 'introduction to pickleball' session. These are designed for first-timers and supply paddles.
Check the timetable and book
Confirm the current day, time and booking method with the venue or club - some take online bookings, others are turn-up-and-play.
Bring court shoes and water
Non-marking indoor trainers are usually required. You do not need your own paddle to begin; clubs lend equipment.
Learn the basics
Read up on the rules and scoring before your first game so you can follow play quickly. Our beginner's guide covers everything you need.
Join and play regularly
Once you are hooked, a club membership or activity pass is the cheapest way to play several times a week.
