Pickleball Court Layout and Dimensions

Basic Court Dimensions

Overall Measurements

  • Total Court Length: 44 feet (13.41 meters)
  • Total Court Width: 20 feet (6.1 meters)
  • Playing Surface: Same size for both singles and doubles

Court Areas

Non-Volley Zone (Kitchen)

  • Extends 7 feet (2.13 meters) from net on each side
  • Width: 20 feet (6.1 meters)
  • Purpose: Prevents volleys close to net

Service Courts

  • Length: 15 feet (4.57 meters)
  • Width: 10 feet (3.05 meters)
  • Divided by centerline

Lines and Markings

Court Lines

  • Baseline: Back boundary line
  • Sidelines: Side boundary lines
  • Non-Volley Line: Kitchen line
  • Centerline: Divides service courts

Line Specifications

  • Line Width: 2 inches (5.1 cm)
  • Line Color: Contrasting with court surface
  • All lines are part of the court they define

Net Specifications

Net Measurements

  • Height at Sidelines: 36 inches (91.44 cm)
  • Height at Center: 34 inches (86.36 cm)
  • Net Width: 20 feet (6.1 meters)
  • Mesh Size: Small enough to prevent ball passage

Setting Up a Court

Setup Steps

  1. Measure and mark total court area (44' x 20')
  2. Mark non-volley zones (7' from net on each side)
  3. Draw centerline to divide service courts
  4. Install net at proper height
  5. Verify all measurements and lines

Surface Requirements

  • Level surface
  • Good drainage
  • Non-slip material
  • Clear of obstacles

Ready to Play?

Now that you understand the court layout, check out our Serving Techniques Guide to start playing!