🚶 Best Venues for Walk-In Play
These three venues consistently welcome players who just show up — no advance booking, no group organiser needed. Gear is available to borrow at all three.
The original and most welcoming spot in CM. Just show up between 8 AM and 1 PM, pay a small session fee, and you'll find regulars who will welcome you into a game immediately. Outdoor asphalt courts in Hai Ya — best during the cool dry season.
A newer dedicated venue near Wat Chet Yod with 8 roofed courts open from 8 AM to midnight. The roof means you can play regardless of rain or sun. Walk in, pay 200 THB/hr, and they'll get you set up. The owner is regularly praised for being welcoming to newcomers.
Seven indoor courts open 8 AM to 11 PM. You can book a court on arrival or through their website. Open play sessions happen throughout the day — check their Facebook page or the Reclub app for scheduled open play slots versus private court time. All gear available on-site.
📅 Open Play Schedule — All Venues
All venues and community groups in Chiang Mai known to run open play or drop-in sessions. Times marked "verify" are reported but should be confirmed directly before visiting.
| Venue | Type | Open Play Days & Times | Cost | How to Join |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiang Mai Pickleball Club | Outdoor | Daily 8 AM – 1 PM | 100–200 THB session | Just show up |
| Chiang Mai Pickleball (Jedyod) | Roofed | Daily 8 AM – midnight | 200 THB/hr | Walk in or book via Reclub |
| All Time Pickleball | Indoor | Daily 8 AM – 11 PM Open play sessions scheduled throughout day |
200–300 THB/hr | Check Facebook for open play slots |
| Chiang Mai Rally House | Indoor | Daily 8 AM – 11 PM Open play mixed with private bookings |
250 THB/hr | Walk in or Reclub / website |
| BYC Pickleball & More | Indoor | Verify Check Facebook / call ahead | 140 THB/hr | Call +66 96-906-1725 or Facebook |
| BokBok Pickleball & Cafe | Mixed | 7 AM – 11 PM Open play via Reclub |
200 THB/hr | Reclub app |
| SPACE Pickleball CNX | Indoor | Mon & Wed ~9 AM – 12 PM Intermediate players (2.0–3.5) |
Drop-in via Reclub | Reclub app ("SPACE Pickleball CNX") |
| Smash Hits Pickleball | Indoor | Weekday mornings + weekend afternoons Weekly "Top Dawg" & "Spy vs Spy" tournaments |
Drop-in via Reclub | Reclub app ("Smash Hits Pickleball") |
| Chiangmai Downtown PB | Indoor | Rotating Locations change weekly | Drop-in via Reclub | Reclub app ("Chiangmai Downtown PB") |
| Imperial Resort & Sports Club | Mixed | Verify Open play via Reclub | Day pass / membership | Reclub app or contact venue |
| TripleAce Pickleball | Indoor | Verify Open play via Reclub | Ask venue | Reclub app ("TripleAce") |
📱 Community Groups on Reclub
Several of Chiang Mai's most active communities organise exclusively through the Reclub app — download it before you arrive. Search "Chiang Mai" in the app to find all active groups and their current schedules.
Social and competitive drop-in community at Space Basketball Club in Saraphi. Weekday mornings and weekend afternoons, plus weekly tournaments — "Top Dawg" (individual) and "Spy vs Spy" (team) for 3.25+ rated players. Welcoming to all levels for regular sessions.
Skill-focused sessions for intermediate players (2.0–3.5 rating) at Space Basketball Club. Monday and Wednesday mornings. Run by Ethan. If you want to improve your game in a structured environment rather than a casual social drop-in, this is the group.
A large downtown community group for players who don't want to commute to suburban venues. Rotating court locations in and around the Old City area — typically using All Time Pickleball and other central venues. One of the most active communities in the city.
Open play sessions at the social café-court hybrid in central Chiang Mai. Great for a longer hangout — play a few games, grab a coffee, stay for the afternoon. Community events and beginner nights run regularly.
🏓 How to use Reclub in Chiang Mai
Download the Reclub app (free, iOS and Android). Search for "Chiang Mai" — you'll see all active clubs and their upcoming sessions. You can view schedules, check who's coming, and book your spot directly in the app. Most community group sessions require joining the group first (free), then booking a specific session. Arrive 10 minutes early on your first visit — the session organiser will usually be there to welcome newcomers.
💡 Tips for Open Play in Chiang Mai
Pick Indoor During Smoky & Rainy Season
Outdoor open play at the CM Pickleball Club is great from November to February. From February to April (burning/smoky season) and May to October (rainy season), choose Rally House, All Time Pickleball, BYC, or Jedyod's roofed courts instead.
Set Up Reclub Before You Arrive
Download the Reclub app and join the groups you're interested in before you land. Some sessions fill up quickly — especially Smash Hits weekend slots and BokBok events. Joining in advance means you get session notifications immediately.
Introduce Yourself as a Visitor
The Chiang Mai pickleball community is genuinely welcoming to tourists and newcomers. At open play sessions, just introduce yourself — people will immediately include you in rotation games. You don't need to know anyone in advance.
Arrive Early at Popular Sessions
For the CM Pickleball Club morning sessions and weekend slots at community groups, arriving 10–15 minutes before start time means you get into the first rotation. Arriving late at a busy session can mean a longer wait before getting on court.
No Gear? No Problem.
Every open play venue on this page offers paddle loans or rentals. At Jedyod, paddle and ball rental is 50 THB each. At the CM Pickleball Club, paddles are available for loan as part of the session. At Rally House, gear is available in their paddle shop.
Join the Facebook Groups Too
For real-time updates and last-minute schedule changes, join the Chiang Mai Pickleball Club Facebook group and the groups for individual venues. Organisers post cancellations, special events, and venue changes here first — often same-day.