Pickleball Gains Popularity, PB IPF Expands Courts and Promotes in Schools

The popularity of Pickleball continues to rise in Indonesia. The Executive Board of the Indonesia Pickleball Federation (PB IPF) is expanding the sport's ecosystem by opening several new courts in South Jakarta and the tourist area of Cileungsi, West Java.

The expansion aims to provide broader space for the public wanting to try or regularly play the sport.

PB IPF Vice Chairman Harlin Rahardjo stated that the increasing number of community tournaments signals pickleball's growing appeal across regions.

"Nearly every month now there are inter-community championships at pickleball courts. We'll keep promoting this across all provinces so pickleball becomes more recognized and popular," said Harlin in an official statement Thursday.

Beyond facility expansion, PB IPF is preparing long-term measures by introducing the sport to school environments. 

According to Harlin, pickleball's characteristics suit students well, both in court size and game format.

In terms of dimensions, a pickleball court equals a Badminton court. The team-based gameplay offers an ideal alternative for student Sports development.

"Pickleball fits perfectly in schools. We want inter-school team championships open to everyone. This way, youth development can flourish nationwide," explained Harlin.

PB IPF hopes pickleball-based student sports ecosystems can develop like popular school Basketball Competitions. 

Support from teachers, coaches, principals, and local governments is deemed crucial for expanding the sport's reach.

Thus, Harlin invites all parties to actively introduce pickleball to the broader community.

The goal is for pickleball to become publicly recognized, enjoyed across generations, and part of Indonesia's healthy Lifestyle.

PB IPF leverages Ramadan momentum to introduce the sport to the public. 

"We want to share the gameplay, rules, fun, and excitement. Pickleball suits ngabuburit perfectly—it's not too intense, doesn't drain energy, has light movements, yet remains active and healthy," he concluded.