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Pickleball club safety checklist

For club leaders and organizers. Print it, or keep it at the courts.

Last reviewed October 4, 2026

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Before play

  • Check the court surface for anything that could make someone slip or trip. [1]
  • Lighting is even and glare-free, so players can track the ball. [2]
  • Each court has at least the 30 by 60 foot playing surface USA Pickleball sets as a minimum (34 by 64 for new courts). [3]

Emergency readiness

  • An AED is at the courts or can be brought within 3 minutes, with signs showing where it is. [4]
  • A first aid kit with an instant cold compress is at the courts, checked regularly and restocked. [5]
  • The street address, cross streets and landmarks are posted for anyone calling 911. [4]
  • A written emergency plan, posted at the courts, says who does what, and the group practices it at least once a year. [4]

Heat and weather

  • A heat plan says when to shorten, delay or reschedule play, and how often to take rest breaks. [6]
  • Water is available at all times, and breaks are taken in the shade. [6] [7]
  • Play stops when thunder is heard and waits 30 minutes after the last thunder. [8]

Players

  • Players are encouraged to wear eye protection that meets ASTM F3164. [9] [10]
  • Players wear supportive shoes made for court sports. [11] [1]
  • Time and space for a dynamic warm-up before games. [1] [12]

Sources

General safety information, not medical or legal advice. See the disclaimer. From pickleballsafety.com.