Where to play padel in Canberra

In short: For now, padel in Canberra means one club: Canberra Racquet Club in Fyshwick. It has six indoor padel courts (plus four pickleball courts), takes bookings through Playtomic and runs weekly clinics from Intro to Padel upwards. Because the courts are indoor, you can play through Canberra's cold winter mornings and hot summer afternoons.

Padel is a doubles racket sport played on an enclosed court, with glass walls that stay in play. The underarm serve and the walls mean rallies last longer than in tennis, so beginners pick it up quickly and have fun from the first session. Canberra Racquet Club celebrated its first birthday in June 2026, and its calendar is full of clinics, socials and courses. Here's everything you need to know to get on court.

Last checked: November 2026. We only list venues whose own website or live booking page showed them operating. Prices and hours change, so check with the club before you play.

Where to play padel in Canberra

Canberra Racquet Club – Fyshwick

Suburb: Fyshwick (Nyrang Street). Courts: 6 indoor padel courts and 4 indoor pickleball courts, according to the Racquet Club website. The club's Playtomic page also lists a seventh, outdoor padel court. Booking: the Playtomic app. Coaching: weekly clinics by level, including Intro to Padel, Lower and Upper Beginner, Intermediate, a Ladies Morning session, and Defensive and Attacking Masterclasses. It also runs multi-week courses such as a five-week padel academy, plus regular socials. Equipment rental is available, and the club has a café, changing rooms and free parking. racquetclub.com.au

We couldn't verify any other operating padel venue in the ACT. Plans for more courts have been reported, but none had an opening date when we checked. We'll update this guide when new clubs open.

How to book a court in Canberra

Canberra Racquet Club uses Playtomic:

1. Download the Playtomic app and create an account.
2. Search for "Canberra Racquet Club".
3. Choose a padel court and a time slot, then pay for the booking.
4. Book clinics, courses and socials in the same app.

The club lists opening hours of 6 am to 10 pm Monday to Saturday and 7 am to 10 pm on Sunday on Playtomic. With only one club in town, peak evening and weekend slots can go quickly, so book a few days ahead if you can.

Tips for beginners

• Start with Intro to Padel. It's the club's entry-level clinic and the quickest way to learn the underarm serve, the scoring and how to let the ball come off the glass.
• Move up through the levels. After the intro, the Lower and Upper Beginner clinics give you a clear path, and the five-week academy suits players who want structured progress.
• Go to a social. The club runs regular socials, such as its First Serve Social, which mix you with other players and take the pressure off finding a regular four.
• What to bring: indoor court shoes or tennis shoes with good grip, comfortable sportswear, water and your own racket if you have one. Rackets can be rented at the club.
• Brush up on the rules. Our simple guide to the padel rules covers scoring, serving and the walls, and our guide on how to start playing padel takes you through your first booking.

What to expect at your first session

Most first sessions are doubles: two players on each side of the net. You'll serve underarm after bouncing the ball, and you can let the ball bounce and come off the back or side glass before you return it. The key rule is that your shot must land in your opponents' half before it touches their walls. If it hits their glass or fence first, you lose the point. Don't worry about power: in padel, patience and placement win more points than big hits.

Gear up before you play

Rental rackets are perfect for your first few weeks. Once you're playing regularly, your own racket gives you a consistent feel and helps you develop your shots.

• Beginner padel rackets: forgiving, comfortable models for new players.
• All padel rackets: our full range for every level.
• Padel balls: stock up so every booking starts with fresh balls.
• Racket Finder: answer a few questions and get matched with a racket.
• Racket Reviews: in-depth reviews by Sven Boele.

Orders placed before 4 pm Sydney time ship the same day. Standard shipping takes 2–5 business days and is free on orders from $200. Express shipping takes 1–3 business days. Need advice? Call or WhatsApp Hans on +61 466 383 404.

Padel in other Australian cities

Travelling interstate? See our guides to padel in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Perth and Adelaide.

FAQ: padel in Canberra

Where can I play padel in Canberra?

At Canberra Racquet Club in Fyshwick, which has six indoor padel courts. It was the only operating padel venue we could verify in the ACT in November 2026.

How much does padel cost in Canberra?

Canberra Racquet Club shows court-hire prices in Playtomic when you choose a slot. Its Playtomic page lists socials from $25 (First Serve Social) and memberships at $30 a month or $330 a year, which give 10% off your share of court hire. Prices can change, so check the app.

Is padel in Canberra indoor?

Yes. Canberra Racquet Club's six main padel courts are indoor, so the weather won't stop play. Its Playtomic page also lists one outdoor court.

Are there padel lessons in Canberra?

Yes. Canberra Racquet Club runs weekly clinics from Intro to Padel through to beginner, intermediate and masterclass levels, as well as multi-week academy courses.