PICKLEBALL IN OCEANIA

American Samoa, Australia, Cook Islands, Guam, New Zealand, Northern Marianas Islands, Samoa and Tonga, are all member nations of the Oceania Pickleball Federation (OPF). They work together as the OPF to encourage and support the development of pickleball across the region.

Our vision:

Pickleball established as the ultimate accessible sport on all Pacific islands.

    • Officiating and Coaching – establishing standards of for accreditation and providing training opportunities.

    • Courts – supporting facility development

    • Equipment – support for developing nations and those initiating pickleball in their country.

    • Supporting access to grants and financial aid.

    • Social media presence

    • Support Oceania Tournament development

    • Showcase Events

  • Setting standards and policy for governance and administration across the region

    Guidance and support for new and developing countries.

Our mission:

Nurture an Oceania wide netwk of members to facilitate expansion of pickleball play, while developing a respected structure of support services for national organisations.

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Why? Pickleball Benefits

    • A slower pace and smaller court make it easier on the joints whilst improving balance, coordination, and agility. Therefore a great option for those with injuries or looking for a gentler racquet/ ball alternative.

    • A great activity to boost your mood and mental health, while burning calories.

    • Documented findings of health impacts include improved balance and agility, reduced risk of heart attack and chronic disease, toning muscles, increased energy levels.

    • Pickleball is a social sport where you will create friendship anywhere you play, across all ages.

    • The sport is growing internationally. Many countries have started adding pickleball associations and courts, and now we are on a mission to grow the sport in Oceania too!

    • The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.

    • It can be played at almost any age, is extremely valued as a family and inter-generational sport and we know once you try it you won’t want to stop.