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  • Monday – Saturday: 7 AM – 10 PM

  • Sunday: 11 AM – 9 PM

About Us

We’ve transformed a 1930’s historic 60,000-square-foot warehouse in the heart of Los Angeles into a vibrant pickleball hub — built on one core belief: great games happen in great spaces.

At Pickle Alley, you’ll be welcomed by:

9 indoor courts

5 outdoor courts

2,800 sq.ft gym

Lounge and community spaces designed for more than play — enjoy a coffee, connect with friends, or get some work done between matches.

Free parking. As much as we would all love to drive around downtown for 20 minutes before the game, we have multiple non-metered parking options on and around our facility.

And so much more…

Phase 1 is officially complete—and we’re open to the public 🙌

OPEN NOW, COME PLAY!

Pickle Alley’s culture comes first.

We champion authenticity so everyone feels free to show up exactly as they are. Respect is non-negotiable, honesty is the baseline, and growth is something we chase together. This is a place to evolve holistically, push the boundaries of pickleball, and feel rooted in a real community.

Hit bold shots. Talk your talk.

Laugh loud. Compete hard.

Lift each other up. Feel at home.

Founder of Pickle Alley Morgan Burrows - Pickle Ball courts in DTLA

Meet our founder

Morgan Burrows

Morgan Burrows is the driving force behind Pickle Alley — a visionary with the determination to turn big ideas into reality. What began as a casual conversation about pickleball in 2023 quickly grew into a bold plan for a one-of-a-kind facility in Downtown LA.

After securing the majority of his funding, navigating a tough real estate market, and signing a 15-year lease, Morgan has led the project from concept to construction with a clear goal: to create more than courts — a true community hub. Known for his ability to see potential where others see obstacles, he combines Type A focus with a lighthearted, solution-oriented approach, building spaces and experiences that bring people together.

FAQS

Yes, plentiful. There’s free, non-metered street parking along our building and in the neighborhood.

No age limit, kids are welcome

Imagine a sport that is racquetball for team players, a version of tennis on your terms, or the lovechild of badminton and table tennis. It is played on a smaller court using a light, perforated plastic ball that travels at about half the speed of a tennis ball, allowing men and women of all ages to rally. Since the court is small, you don’t need a full arsenal of massive swings or marathon sprints to compete in California pickleball— so it’s easier on your knees and shoulders while still delivering an excellent workout. What keeps people hooked isn’t just the gameplay but the social spirit: you can talk, laugh and become friends with one another while playing. That’s one reason Los Angeles pickleball is known as “America’s friendliest sport.”

The game starts with an underhand serve, which must land in the opposite service box, below me. Each side has one bounce, but can let the ball bounce once after it is served — the “now famous” two-bounce rule — before hitting it in the air. Things bop back and forth until one of the teams can’t get to it, strikes the net or whacks it out of bounds. Points can be scored only by the serving team, and games are typically played to 11 points with a minimum two-point margin of victory.

Strategic learning curve: You’ll pick up the “dink” (a gentle ball tap over the net), learn to drive powerful baseline shots and communicate frequently with your partner. Unlike tennis, there is no overhead serve and no time to generate a ball-withering level of spin or power; local pickleball values placement, teamwork and rhythm. All it takes is one satisfying pop of a good volley, and you’ll understand why so many people fall in love with the sport in their first few games.

The game was invented in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, Wash., by three dads — Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell and Barney McCallum — who were looking for a way to entertain their children during the summer. They devised a game using ping-pong paddles, a badminton net, and a wiffle ball in their driveway. The family activity has spread across the island and now our country.

It had been adopted by community centers and Y.M.C.A. programs in the 1970s as a social sport anyone of any age could play when, by the 1980s, wooden paddles gave way to high-tech versions with rubberized coverings and sponge interiors. The USA Pickleball Association was formed in 2005 to codify the rules and support tournaments. Now, more than half a century later, pickleball is as big in schools as retirement communities and pro circuits. And its 60-year history attests to the truth that big ideas so often start with little more than backyard play.

A pickleball court is 20 feet wide by 44 feet long — about one-third the size of a tennis court. Because of the smaller court and lighter paddle, rallies are faster, reactions are quicker, and control matters more than power. You’ll be scurrying to and fro, moving from tip to tail of the court, and taking part in long, adrenaline-pumping rallies. At Pickle Alley, all courts are professionally resurfaced to reduce the stress on your joints and optimize traction in our indoor pickleball Los Angeles play environment, lit by custom lighting or outdoors under the California sun. We also have 4 tournament sized courts.

Getting started is refreshingly simple. You’ll need three things:

A paddle: Usually made up of a composite material such as graphite or fiberglass. Pickle Alley also has rentals and pro-shop sales, for people who are ready to invest in some gear of their own.

A pickleball: A light, perforated plastic ball — typically the same for indoor and outdoor pickleball Los Angeles games.

Gear: Court shoes with non-marking, flat soles provide the best grip and ankle support.

Bonus: Sweatbands, dry-fit exercise gear, and a good sense of humor. Dozens of players show up carrying a water bottle and towel, as rallies can unexpectedly become spirited. You don’t need to have an expensive set of gear or years of lessons; you simply need to be oriented to the sport and play a few casual games to feel at home.

Absolutely. Pickle Alley was created for everybody. Our open-play sessions make it easy for newcomers to rotate in with people who already know the game inside out and love teaching beginners. Additionally, we have clinics that teach the basics of scoring, serving and movement in a laid back non-competitive environment. You’ll never feel out of place — the community here nurtures its members to grow and improve.

Many first-timers will find that within one session or so, they’re already rallying confidently and laughing with their hitting partner. Because pickleball is snap-and-play simple, yet endlessly challenging to master, there’s always another level at which to engage it — from a fun mixer to citywide competitions.

Yes, we do. Pickleball Los Angeles club memberships are live now. The pickleball membership Los Angeles options include priority court reservations, guest passes, access to member-exclusive events like round-robins, social mixers and mini-leagues, a fully equipped 2,800 sq ft gym, pro-shop discounts, early registration for clinics and tournaments and more! Our memberships at Pickle Alley are designed with flexibility in mind.

Check out our membership page to get the latest info!

Yes – It is. It is, in fact, one of the best sustainable workouts. A Pickleball court is about a third of the size of a tennis court, and with the small, light paddle that you use, your butt is really moving; constantly shifting back and forth but without the jarring burn that comes along with sprinting miles on end. Practicing these games enhances hand-eye coordination, cardiovascular fitness, balance, and core strength. The fast stop-and-go pace can feel almost like interval training, where your heart rate stays high during intervals but recovers somewhat in between them.

Comfort and mobility are key. The vast majority of players wear sweat-wicking athletic gear, basically the same as what you’d don for a tennis match, run or yoga. Individuals seeking where to play pickleball Los Angeles should wear shoes with firm, not thick soles — there’s a risk of them catching when doing fast side moves.

Hats and sunblock products are standard issue for outdoor games in Los Angeles’ sunny weather. At home or indoors, wind gear and terminal sweatbands can help prevent heat exhaustion. You should be able to get by without feeling stifled. Feel free to use what suits you best – even if that means prioritizing function over fashion.

What Is Pickleball?

Los Angeles pickleball is, in other words, perhaps the ultimate mash-up: part tennis, part ping-pong and part badminton; all heart. Players hit a perforated plastic ball with paddles and volley it over a low net. The game is designed to be played singles or doubles, and the aim could not be more straightforward: score by getting a ball into your opponent’s court without it bouncing twice on your side. Games are fast-paced, points rack up quickly, and laughter comes even faster.

Why Pickleball Is the Fastest-Growing Sport in America Is Flourishing Here.

Los Angeles is a town built on creativity and connection — and Los Angeles pickleball happens to be perfectly compatible with that way of life. You can pop in for a short 20-minute match, or come and play all day, socializing — and refueling — with friends.

And if you go to Pickle Alley, where artists gather after work, entrepreneurs face off in morning matches before meetings, and families hang out on weekends. It’s the sort of game that transcends age, skill and background — anyone can walk in off the street, pick up a paddle and feel like they’re part of the squad.

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