Pickleball Net Setup Reference
Convert pickleball net dimensions and get a practical setup checklist for the centre, posts and court placement.
Setup reference
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Dimensions
Setup checklist
How pickleball net dimensions are computed
This pickleball net dimensions reference shows fixed regulation values for the net, court and surrounding setup area. Choose a unit and whether you are checking the centre or the sidelines/posts.
The reference converts the published feet-and-inches measurements to feet, inches, centimeters or meters. The checklist then pairs those dimensions with the standard or preferred tournament footprint.
converted value = feet value ÷ feet per requested unit Use the centre height for the middle of the net and the posts height at the sidelines. The setup type changes the recommended total footprint only.
Pickleball net dimensions FAQ
How high should a pickleball net be at the centre?
The centre height is 34 inches.
How high should a pickleball net be at the posts?
The height at the sidelines/posts is 36 inches.
How far apart should pickleball net posts be?
Posts should be no more than 22 feet apart, measured outside to outside.
What are the pickleball court dimensions?
The court is 20 feet wide by 44 feet long for both singles and doubles. The non-volley zone extends 7 feet from the net on each side.
How much space should I allow around a pickleball court?
The recommended total area is 30 feet by 60 feet. A preferred tournament footprint is 34 feet by 64 feet.