Adaptive pickleball is growing fast. USA Pickleball is committed to facilitating a national network of inclusive, accessible pickleball programs that empower and unite players of all abilities. Because Pickleball is for All!
We’re building a national network of adaptive pickleball programs designed for individuals with physical and/or intellectual disabilities, and we need your help. If you’re part of an existing program or want to get involved, fill out our short form to be included in a resource we share with USA Pickleball Ambassadors, organizers and community leaders. Together, we can make the sport more inclusive and accessible for all.
In partnership with Sportable, this video highlights Adaptive Standing Pickleball and the ways the sport is being adapted to create more inclusive opportunities for athletes of all abilities.
You can also explore a broader look at adaptive pickleball and how the sport is played across different ability levels.
BORP’s Adaptive Pickleball community meets weekly at the outdoor pickleball courts of James Kenney Community Center. We’re also partnering with Craneway Pavilion which is providing Adaptive Pickleball Coaching from 5-6PM on Wednesdays! Players, family members, and volunteers of any age, experience and skill level are welcome. Pickleball is a wheelchair and quad friendly sport. Meet: Weekly; Population Served: Physical/Recovery (Wheelchair, Adaptive-Standing), Youth Programming (18 and under), Adult Programming (19 and older)
City of Duarte Adaptive Sports
Duarte
CA
Join us for Adaptive Pickleball, a welcoming and inclusive program designed for individuals of all abilities to enjoy one of the fastest-growing sports in the country! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned player, this program is thoughtfully adapted to support participants with physical, cognitive, or developmental disabilities. Our friendly staff and volunteers will guide players through fun, engaging drills and games that promote coordination, teamwork, and physical activity, all while building confidence and fostering community. Equipment and accommodations will be provided as needed to ensure everyone can participate comfortably and safely. Let’s get active, have fun, and make new friends. All skill levels and support needs are welcome! Type of Program: Regularly Scheduled Clinic; Meet: Weekly; Population Served: Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, Adult Programming (19 and older)
T3 Adaptive Racquet Sports
Costa Mesa
CA
Type of Program: Regularly Scheduled Clinic, Competitive Match Play/Tournament; Meet: Weekly; Population Served: Physical/Recovery (Wheelchair, Adaptive-Standing), Youth Programming (18 and under), Adult Programming (19 and older)
Adaptive Pickleball Youth and Young Adults
Ventura
CA
Our program is new as of Fall 2025. We have a drop-in monthly adaptive program. Population Served: Physical/Recovery (Wheelchair, Adaptive-Standing), Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, Youth Programming (18 and under), Adult Programming (19 and older)
SOFL provides training and competition for athletes with intellectual disabilities at the Area, Regional, and State levels. Type of Program: Regularly Scheduled Clinic, Competitive Match Play/Tournament; Meet: Seasonally
Special Olympics Michigan
Grand Rapids
MI
The mission of Special Olympics Michigan is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Athletes develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage and experience joy while participating in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendship among their families, Special Olympics athletes and the community. The athletes achieve their dreams with the support of caring volunteers, coaches, family members and staff. Donations from Michigan citizens and businesses provide funding for the program. Meet: Weekly and Seasonally; Population Served: Physical/Recovery (Wheelchair, Adaptive-Standing), Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.
3rd Shot Pickleball
Reno
NV
Sundays from 11am-1pm we meet for adaptive Pickleball.
$5 entry. Population Served: Physical/Recovery (Wheelchair, Adaptive-Standing)
Adaptive Sports & Adventures Program
Charlotte
NC
The Adaptive Sports and Adventures Programs (ASAP) has been helping adults and children participate in adaptive sports for over two decades. We help our community develop skills and overcome challenges so they can participate in sports, recreation, and lead healthy lifestyles. Our program serves hundreds of people across the Southeast. We offer competitive avenues and community involvement for adaptive participants — and we’re one of the only programs of our kind in the Carolinas. Our office is located within the Carolinas Rehabilitation facility in Charlotte, NC, but we’re a community-based program. We partner with other organizations across the Carolinas to provide adaptive opportunities related to sports and adventures.
Wheelchair Pickleball for Southeast PA
Wyndmoor
PA
Special Olympics Rhode Island
Smithfield
RI
6-week program offered in the summer and the fall. Population Served: Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
City of Chattanooga Therapeutic Recreation Services
Chattanooga
TN
Chattanooga Therapeutic Recreation Services provides recreation and leisure opportunities for people with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. Our pickleball program has been running for 4-5 seasons now and we have had people with a variety of disabilities and skill levels participate! Meet: Weekly & Seasonally. Population Served: Physical/Recovery (Wheelchair, Adaptive-Standing) Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
Military Adaptive Court Sports (Central Texas Chapter)
Harker Heights
TX
Providing adaptive pickleball, redball, and tennis for Veterans and AC, NG, and Reserve Troops and their families in the Central Texas Area. Meet: Regularly Scheduled Clinic. Population Served: Physical/Recovery (Wheelchair, Adaptive-Standing), Adult Programming
P3
Fairview
TX
We promote adaptive wheelchair pickleball with all disabilities. All inclusive. Through our connection Chicken N Pickle, we have 2 courts for 2 hours to teach and train wheelchair pickleball. It's all free and we offer free sport chairs to try. Check with a CNP near you. Type of Program: Regularly Scheduled Clinic, Competitive Match Play/Tournament; Meet: Monthly; Population Served: Physical/Recovery (Wheelchair, Para-standing), Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
Special Olympics Texas
San Antonio
TX
We offer sports and health programs for special needs athletes. We offer this for Unified as well. This is where we partner typical peers with individuals with special needs. Meet: Weekly. Population Served: Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, Youth Programming (18 and under). Athletes: 40,000
Sportable Adaptive Sports and Recration
Richmond
VA
Sportable offers three levels of pickleball instruction and practice - Beginner/Recreational, Intermediate, and Advanced -for both wheelchair and adaptive standing (para-standing) athletes. We provide coaching, equipment loans (including sport wheelchairs), and facility access to ensure all players have what they need to participate and improve. In addition to regular practices, Sportable organizes intra-squad tournaments and supports athlete participation in local and regional competitions, including wheelchair singles, wheelchair doubles, hybrid, and adaptive standing divisions. To date, we’ve introduced more than 100 individuals with physical disabilities to the sport. We believe pickleball is one of the most inclusive sports available and are committed to growing both the wheelchair and adaptive standing divisions, whether athletes are looking for fun and fitness or pursuing competition. Type of Program: Regularly Scheduled Clinic, Competitive Match Play/Tournament; Meet: Weekly; Population Served: Physical/Recovery (Wheelchair, Para-standing), Youth Programming (18 and under), Adult Programming (19 and older)
What is adaptive pickleball (wheelchair pickleball)?
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Adaptive pickleball includes rule and equipment modifications to make the sport inclusive and competitive for players using wheelchairs or with disabilities.
How many bounces are allowed in wheelchair pickleball?
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Players may allow two bounces; permitting three bounces results in a fault.
Do courts need to be bigger for wheelchair play?
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Yes. USA Pickleball recommends a playing surface of 44 ft by 74 ft, or 50 ft by 80 ft for stadium courts, to accommodate mobility and safety.
How does serving differ in wheelchair pickleball?
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The rear wheels must remain behind the baseline and within the court’s boundaries when serving.
