Where to play padel in Sydney

In short: Sydney is one of Australia's busiest padel cities. We verified 11 operating clubs across Greater Sydney, from the 18-court Indoor Padel Australia complex in Alexandria to smaller clubs in the Inner West, the Hills and the south-west. Almost all of them take bookings through Playtomic, and most hire out rackets, so you can turn up for your first game with just your shoes and a water bottle.

Padel is played in doubles on an enclosed court a little smaller than a tennis court, and the glass walls are part of the game. It's quick to learn and very social, which goes a long way to explaining why so many clubs have opened around Sydney in a short time. This guide lists the venues we could confirm are open, how to book them and what to expect as a beginner.

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

Padel clubs in Sydney

Indoor Padel Australia – Alexandria

Suburb: Alexandria (inner south). Courts: 18 (16 indoor, 2 outdoor), according to the club's Playtomic page. Booking: Playtomic. The club's bookings page lists racket hire at $7 and a tube of three balls at $3, and it runs lessons, weekly social sessions and kids' holiday camps. indoorpadel.com.au

Indoor Padel Australia – Northern Beaches

Suburb: Cromer. Courts: 4 indoor. Booking: Playtomic (search "Indoor Padel Northern Beaches"). It is run by the same group as Alexandria, with rackets and balls available from a vending locker. indoorpadel.com.au

Sidewall Social

Suburb: Marrickville (Inner West). Courts: 5 indoor panoramic courts: 3 doubles and 2 singles. Booking: Playtomic, and your booking comes with a door access code. Sidewall offers group and private lessons and hires out rackets; balls are free. sidewall.com.au

Sydney Racquet Club

Suburb: Moore Park (Entertainment Quarter). Courts: 3 outdoor padel courts, plus 5 pickleball courts. Booking: the Playtomic app. The club advertises socials, clinics, coaching and first-timer sessions every week, including Intro to Padel, and rackets can be hired at the club. racquetclub.com.au

Tribe Padel & Wellness Sydney

Suburb: North Ryde. Courts: 5 outdoor. Booking: Playtomic, up to 14 days ahead. Tribe lists racket hire at $8 per session and offers coaching pathways once you're ready to move beyond social games. tribe.club

Padel Club Australia

Suburb: North Rocks (Hills district). Courts: 6 indoor panoramic courts, according to the club's Playtomic page, which also lists public classes, socials and pickleball. Booking: Playtomic. padelclubaus.com.au

Racqueteer

Suburb: Lidcombe (near Sydney Olympic Park). Courts: 6 indoor padel courts alongside 11 pickleball courts. Booking: the "Book a Court" button on its website; the club is also on Playtomic, where it lists coaching, programs and a weekly padel social. racqueteer.com.au

The Padel Lounge

Suburb: Greenacre. Courts: 3 full-size indoor courts plus a smaller private training court. Booking: Playtomic, via the "Book a court" link on the club's site. It runs group training and Americano sessions. thepadellounge.com.au

Padel Point

Suburb: Bankstown Aerodrome. Courts: 4 indoor, climate-controlled courts. Booking: the "Book a Court" page on its website (the club is also on Playtomic). Padel Point offers private, group and kids' lessons. padelpoint.com.au

Padel Spot

Suburb: Minto (south-west Sydney). Courts: 6 indoor panoramic courts (4 doubles, 2 singles), according to its Playtomic page. Booking: Playtomic. The club offers individual, group and beginner classes. padelspot.com.au

Play Nation

Suburb: Smeaton Grange (south-west Sydney). Courts: 6 indoor padel courts plus 5 pickleball courts. Booking: Playtomic. When we checked, the club said it was in its soft-opening phase, with courts and classes (including an Intro to Padel session) already bookable. It also hires out rackets and balls. playnation.au

Further afield: La Palma Padel Club

Suburb: Tuggerah (Central Coast, about 90 km north of the CBD). Indoor courts, booked through Playtomic. The club lists racket hire at $5 and three balls at $3. lapalmapadelclub.com

Several more Sydney clubs have announced openings but weren't operating when we checked, including Bounce Padel in Botany and Padel Point's second club in Rosehill. We'll add them once they're open.

How to book a court in Sydney

Most of the clubs above use Playtomic: download the app, search for the club, choose a 60- or 90-minute slot and pay for the court. Racqueteer and Padel Point also take bookings through their own websites. A few practical points:

• Book ahead for evenings and weekends. Peak slots fill quickly at the busier clubs.
• Check the club's cancellation policy. Indoor Padel Australia, for example, asks for 48 hours' notice (24 hours for members).
• At some clubs, such as Sidewall Social and Indoor Padel Australia (outside staffed hours), your booking comes with an access code for the door or gate.

Tips for beginners

• Start with an intro session or clinic. Sydney Racquet Club, Play Nation, Tribe and others run beginner-friendly classes, and joining one is the fastest way to learn the walls and the serve.
• Try a social. Socials and Americanos mix you with players at a similar level, which is handy if you don't have a regular four.
• What to bring: court or tennis shoes with good grip for quick sideways movement, comfortable sports clothing, water and a racket if you have one. Rackets and balls can be hired at most clubs.
• Learn the basics first. Our guide to the padel rules covers scoring, the underarm serve and how the walls work, and how to start playing padel walks you through your first session.

Gear up before you play

Hiring a racket is fine for your first few games. Once you're playing every week, your own racket gives you a consistent feel and saves on hire fees.

• Beginner padel rackets: forgiving, control-focused models for new players.
• All padel rackets: the full range when you're ready to step up.
• Padel balls: stock up so every booking starts with fresh balls.
• Racket Finder: answer a few questions and get a shortlist that suits your game.
• Racket Reviews: in-depth reviews by Sven Boele.

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Padel in other Australian cities

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

FAQ: padel in Sydney

Where can I play padel in Sydney?

We verified 11 operating venues in Greater Sydney: Indoor Padel Australia (Alexandria and Cromer), Sidewall Social (Marrickville), Sydney Racquet Club (Moore Park), Tribe (North Ryde), Padel Club Australia (North Rocks), Racqueteer (Lidcombe), The Padel Lounge (Greenacre), Padel Point (Bankstown Aerodrome), Padel Spot (Minto) and Play Nation (Smeaton Grange). La Palma Padel Club in Tuggerah is the nearest option on the Central Coast.

How much does padel cost in Sydney?

It depends on the club and the time of day, and most clubs show court prices in Playtomic when you pick a slot. One example: Sidewall Social publishes doubles prices of $25 per player per hour at standard times and $20 off-peak. Racket hire is extra at most clubs: $7 at Indoor Padel Australia, $8 at Tribe and from $10 at Sidewall, according to their websites in November 2026.

Is there indoor padel in Sydney?

Yes, most Sydney clubs are indoor. Indoor Padel Australia (Alexandria and Northern Beaches), Sidewall Social, Padel Club Australia, Racqueteer, The Padel Lounge, Padel Point, Padel Spot and Play Nation all have indoor courts. Sydney Racquet Club and Tribe play outdoors.

Where can I play padel on the Northern Beaches?

Indoor Padel Australia's Northern Beaches club in Cromer has 4 indoor courts, which you book on Playtomic.