Welcome to Pickleball Winston-Salem, your dedicated spot for all things pickleball in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Whether you're just discovering pickleball or are a seasoned player in the Piedmont Triad, our website is your resource for Winston-Salem pickleball. Our mission is simple: to support and grow the local pickleball community, making it accessible and enjoyable for everyone, particularly newcomers to the game.

Winston-Salem has a growing pickleball community with various public courts and organized play opportunities. Below is an overview of where to play, available lessons, upcoming events, and information for visitors.

Where to Play

• Shaffner Park: Located at 900 Yorkshire Rd., this park offers six dedicated outdoor pickleball courts with lighting. Courts are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Oak Summit Park: Situated at 370 Oak Summit Rd., this facility features six dedicated outdoor pickleball courts. The park operates from dawn to dusk, and courts are open for play without reservations.
• Sedge Garden Park: Located at 401 Robbins Rd., Sedge Garden Park has ten dedicated outdoor pickleball courts with permanent nets and lighting for evening play.
• Joanie Moser Memorial Park: Found at 601 Lewisville-Clemmons Rd., this park features nine dedicated pickleball courts. The busiest times are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.
• Polo Park Community Center: Located at 1850 Polo Rd., this community center offers two indoor pickleball courts. Open play is scheduled on Monday and Wednesday mornings, Saturday mornings, and Thursday evenings.

For more details on city-run pickleball courts and programs, visit the City of Winston-Salem’s pickleball page.

Lessons

Pickleball lessons are available through local recreation programs and private instructors. The city may offer beginner-friendly clinics at select parks or community centers. Players looking for more structured instruction can check with local clubs and community centers for private or small-group coaching.

Open Play Pickleball

The City of Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks WePLAY program offers free, beginner-friendly pickleball play at local parks. Open to players 18 and older, these sessions provide a great opportunity to meet other players and enjoy the game. No registration or fees are required.

Weekly Open Play Schedule

• Monday: Sedge Garden Recreation Center, 401 Robbins Road
• Wednesday: Shaffner Park, 900 Yorkshire Road
• Friday: Oak Summit Park, 355 Oak Summit Road

All sessions start at 9 a.m.

For the latest event information, visit the City of Winston-Salem’s pickleball page

Information for Visitors

Visitors to Winston-Salem can find pickleball courts at several public parks and community centers. Most courts are available on a first-come, first-served basis, though some facilities may require reservations for certain play sessions. Checking with city recreation programs or visiting local courts during peak play times can help visitors find active games and meet local players.