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!
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.
Pickleball can be played on:
- Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - trainer Pim Hubert (Dutch pickleball champion)
- Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. - trainer Marielle Spekreijse
To participate in pickleball, you can purchase a 10-session pass or a single-use pass at the Sports Center reception desk.
The 10-session pass costs €55 for students and €65 for other athletes.
The single-use pass costs €5.50 for students or €6.50 for other members.