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Pickleball at PENN 1

THIS IS IT. This is THE place for pickleball. More quality courts, more passionate players, and more enthusiastic energy than anywhere else in Manhattan. If you love pickleball, It's where you have to be.

Life Time has the most dedicated indoor pickleball courts in the city. Two at Sky and seven at PENN 1. There's nothing else like it: state-of-the-art courts with luxury amenities in an athletic country club-perfect for those who know and love the game.

2 brightly lit indoor pickleball courts at life time penn 1

PICKLER’S PARADISE

A pickleball player dinking over the net during a game at Life Time

FOR THE LOVE OF SPORT

 Grab your paddle, step onto this new court and fan the flame. What a game!

Your New Home Away From Home

The sound of paddles popping, people laughing, an occasional curse word or two.

Pickleball player smiling and about to hit a serve

What A Workout

Both aerobic (getting your heart rate up) and anaerobic (building muscle) — it's just as much fitness as it is fun. The amount of people who talk about weight just falls off is mind-numbing.
Pickleball player on a Life Time court

More Cushion Means More Court Time

Our courts are made with Laykold surfaces which layer-in a generous amount of gel to minimize impact on the knees, hips and back, keeping you on the court for longer.
Two pickleball players chatting before a match

Access Across North America

In addition to our Manhattan courts, Premier Members will have access to over 600 indoor and outdoor courts across North America.

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IT REALLY IS FOR EVERYONE

One of the appeals of pickleball is its inclusivity. It’s pretty easy to pick up, making it accessible to beginners, yet can get competitive at higher levels. You’ll see so many generations playing at Life Time. Why not join them?

HOW DID IT BEGIN?

Back in 1965, on Bainbridge Island in Washington, three buddies named Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum got together and came up with something really cool. Today, there’s even a dedicated national governing body, and the likes of Bill Gates love to play.

BUT WHY’S IT CALLED PICKLEBALL?

There’s no straight answer. Some people swear it’s because of the Pritchard family dog, Pickles, who would go all out chasing those runaway balls during their early games. But hey, not everyone buys into that tale!

LEARN THE LINGO

Pickleball's got its very own language, full of quirky words like ‘dinking,’ which is just a fancy way to say making a soft, controlled shot over the net. And then there's the "Erne" move – that's when a player goes all ninja and jumps to the side of the court to swat the ball before it hits the ground. Learn the moves, win the game.

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A pickleball player about to hit the ball
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Membership levels, types, amenities, services, programs and their associated dues, pricing, fees and/or charges may vary by location and are subject to change. Access to clubs, and certain services, programs, amenities, or areas within a club (e.g., outdoor pools, racquet courts) may be restricted, conditioned, or otherwise limited by specific terms and conditions and/or subject to a separate or supplemental fee for access or use (e.g., your access to the outdoor pool area may require a separate fee and be limited to your designated club). See club for additional terms and conditions that may apply. Always consult your physician before beginning any new exercise program.