Pickleball is growing fast in Cyprus. What started as an expat pastime has become one of the most talked-about racket sports on the island, attracting players of all ages who want something social, accessible, and easy to pick up.
The sport is played with solid paddles and a perforated plastic ball on a court roughly a quarter the size of a tennis court. The net sits lower than tennis, the ball moves slower, and the rules are designed to keep rallies going longer. Doubles is the most common format, though singles works too.
Where to Play Pickleball in Cyprus
Dedicated pickleball courts in Cyprus are still rare. Most games happen through community groups that book time at multi-use sports venues, tennis clubs, and hotel courts. Limassol has the most active scene, with expat-led groups running regular sessions several times a week. Paphos and Nicosia also have growing communities.
The best way to find games is through local Facebook groups. Search for "Pickleball Cyprus" or "Pickleball Limassol" and you will find active communities posting weekly schedules. Some sports clubs in Limassol now offer dedicated pickleball time slots alongside their tennis and padel programmes.
What You Need to Get Started
The barrier to entry is low. A basic paddle costs between €30 and €80, and pickleballs run about €3 each. Most community sessions welcome beginners and can lend you equipment for your first few games. Wear court shoes with good lateral support — the same kind you would use for tennis or padel.
No prior racket sport experience is needed. The learning curve is gentle, and most people are playing competitive rallies within their first session.
Pickleball vs Padel: How They Compare
Both sports attract people looking for something social, active, and easier to learn than tennis. The key differences come down to court design and gameplay speed.
Pickleball uses a flat paddle and plastic ball on an open court. Padel uses a solid racket and a depressurised tennis ball on an enclosed court with glass walls that are part of the game. Padel courts are larger, the ball moves faster, and the wall play adds a tactical dimension that keeps the sport interesting as you improve. The footwork, court awareness, and net play overlap significantly between the two sports, so skills transfer well.
Many players in Cyprus play both. If you enjoy the social, fast-paced nature of pickleball, padel is a natural next step — or vice versa.
The Racket Sports Scene in Cyprus
Cyprus has one of the fastest-growing racket sports scenes in Europe. The year-round climate means outdoor and indoor play is possible every day, and the social sports culture makes finding playing partners easy regardless of your level.
Limassol leads the way with the highest concentration of padel clubs on the island. The city now has over 80 padel courts across more than 20 clubs, and the pickleball community is growing alongside it. Nicosia, Larnaca, and Paphos all have active groups too.
Try Padel at Green Padel Club
If you enjoy pickleball, padel is worth a try. Green Padel Club in Limassol has six indoor courts with consistent playing conditions every session. No wind, no sun glare — just you and the game.
The club offers professional coaching for all levels, from complete beginners to competitive players. A community of over 750 players means you will always find someone to play with. Racket and ball rental is free, so you can try padel without buying any equipment.
Green Padel Club is open from 7AM to 11:30PM daily. Book a court on Playtomic and see for yourself why so many pickleball players are adding padel to their rotation.
New to racket sports entirely? Start with our beginner's guide to padel to learn the basics before your first session.