Pickleball Johor Bahru: The Complete 2025 Guide

Pickleball has taken Johor Bahru by storm. In 2023, you could count JB's pickleball courts on one hand. By late 2025, there are over 15 dedicated venues, with new ones still opening. Whether you are a complete beginner or a regular player, JB now has a court for every budget and skill level.

This guide covers everything: where to play, how much it costs, how to book, and how to find other players in JB.

How Much Does Pickleball Cost in JB?

Court rates in JB range from RM20/hr to RM78/hr, depending on the venue and time of day.

The cheapest option is Forum Group at Toppen Shopping Centre — RM20/hr on weekday mornings, open until 2am. For a mid-range indoor venue with good facilities, expect to pay RM38 to RM60/hr. Premium air-conditioned courts like Pickle Friends and KICKS run up to RM78/hr on weekends.

A rough guide:

How to Book a Pickleball Court in JB

Most JB courts can be booked through one of three platforms:

AFA Community SuperApp — the most widely used booking app in JB. Free to download. Covers JuzDink, Pickle Connection, Pickle Friends, Gotta Bounce, D Pickle Zone, KICKS, and more.

Courtsite — used by X Park, Ponderosa, Leisure Farm, ATP Club, and Pickleholic Arena.

Walk-ins — Forum Tebrau and Tiger Ace typically accept walk-ins on weekday afternoons.

Book at least a day in advance for evenings and weekends.

Best Pickleball Courts by Area

Skudai

JuzDink Pickleball is the standout choice in Skudai. Air-conditioned, beginner-friendly, and they offer a free 15-minute intro session for first-timers.

Pickle Connection in Nusa Bestari is another solid option — 6 courts inside TF Value Mart with free WiFi and mall parking.

Central and South JB

KICKS — The Pickle Exchange in Taman Gembira is the most complete venue in JB. Eight indoor courts, a café, a gear shop, and open until 1am daily. Best for players who want more than just a game.

Gotta Bounce in Tampoi offers 9 courts across indoor and sheltered outdoor. Lively social atmosphere.

East JB (Masai, Permas Jaya, Plentong)

D Pickle Zone is the largest and most versatile. 18 courts including VIP indoor, open indoor, and outdoor. Community events, beginner classes, and a café on site.

Pickle Friends at Lotus Plentong is the premium pick — 9 fully air-conditioned courts with quality flooring. Higher pricing but the facilities match.

Hawk Shark Sports Club in Johor Jaya is the serious player's choice. Titan ball machine, professional coaching, open until 1am.

Iskandar Puteri and Gelang Patah

Pickleboleh at EduCity — 12 outdoor courts with floodlights. JB's biggest outdoor venue. Rates from RM20/hr midday.

X Park at Sunway Iskandar — sheltered outdoor courts in an adventure park. Higher pricing but a unique setting.

Leisure Farm Resort — 2 outdoor courts in a resort environment. Good for a relaxed game with full resort facilities.

Best for Beginners

Three venues stand out for players new to pickleball:

1. JuzDink Pickleball — free 15-min intro session, patient staff

2. D Pickle Zone — regular beginner classes and open play sessions

3. Forum Tebrau — cheap enough to learn without feeling the pressure

Equipment rental is available at most venues. Paddle rental runs RM5 per session. Bring your own water.

Finding Other Players in JB

The pickleball community in JB is active and welcoming.

Facebook: Join "Johor Bahru Pickleball Fanatics" — the most active group for finding games and events.

Reclub app: Lists open play sessions across JB venues. Good for joining a game without needing to organise your own group.

Venue Instagram pages: D Pickle Zone (@dpicklezone), KICKS (@kickspickleball), and Pickleholic Arena (@pickleholic.arena) post regular community events and tournament announcements.

Peak vs Off-Peak Hours

Off-peak is generally weekday mornings until 5pm or 6pm. Peak kicks in after that and all day on weekends.

If you are flexible on timing, weekday mornings offer the best rates and the easiest bookings. Saturday and Sunday evenings book out fastest — reserve at least 3 days ahead.

Is Pickleball Growing in JB?

Yes, significantly. The number of dedicated pickleball venues in JB grew from roughly 3 in 2023 to over 15 by late 2025. New venues continue to open, existing ones are adding courts, and community events are getting bigger.

For players in JB, that means more choices, more competition, and more people to play with. It is a good time to get into the sport.