Tampa, Fla., mayor Jane Castor announced this week that Tampa Parks & Recreation will have 49 pickleball courts available to city residents by the end of 2023.
The outdoor courts are in addition to the 13 indoor courts at City of Tampa Community Centers.
Tampa, Fla., mayor Jane Castor announced this week that Tampa Parks & Recreation will have 49 pickleball courts available to city residents by the end of 2023.Â
The outdoor courts are in addition to the 13 indoor courts at City of Tampa Community Centers.Â
Prior to 2021, Tampa Parks & Recreation had just nine pickleball courts at Julian B. Lane, Cuscaden Park and Madison Park. By 2022, Tampa Parks & Recreation added 14 pickleball courts at Rowlett Park, Foster Playground, Skyview Playground and more.
In 2023, Tampa Parks & Recreation will add 26 pickleball courts, spread out across Copeland Park, Williams Park, MacFarlane Park, Highland Pines Park, Al Barnes Park, Vila Brothers and New Tampa Park.Â
“Pickleball is incredibly popular here in Tampa, and provides so many great opportunities to exercise, while working on agility and balance,” Castor said in a statement. “People of all ages can easily take up the game and it’s simple to learn, especially if you ever played badminton or tennis. We can’t wait to see the public out enjoying these new courts.” Â
Free lessons for beginners are also offered daily at Cordelia B. Hunt and Barksdale Centers and private instruction is available upon request at Rowlett Park.Â
“Whether you’re a beginner who just wants to learn a new sport for fun, or you’re an experienced pickleball player, this sport offers something for everyone.” said Sherisha Hills, Director of Tampa Parks & Recreation.  “For someone wanting to add casual, social exercise to their routine, pickleball is a great way to go.” Â
