Local Pickleball Guide – Kailua Kona and Kauai, Hawaii
ALOHA to all of the pickleball players in the gorgeous state of Hawaii!
While pickleball is brand new to this state (it was brought to Kauai in 2011 by Jack Hodges) it is growing leaps and bounds. So far, it seems like the two “hotspots” are Kailua Kona on the Big Island and Kauai.
Each of these places have a dedicated pickleball club. Check out Kona Pickleball Hui, based in Kailua Kona, and Kauai Pickleball. Both clubs have that awesome Hawaiian spirit and welcome visitors with open arms… have paddle, will travel! They both often hold regular clinics, and post information on those on their Facebook pages.
Kauai Pickleball Players
Pickleball Courts Around Kailua Kona and Kauai
There are several places to play in the surrounding areas:
- Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area (Kailua Kona)
- Holua Tennis and Pickleball Center (Kailua Kona)
- Poipu Beach Athletic Club (Kauai)
- Kalaheo Neighborhood Center Gymnasium (Kauai)
- and more!
Pickleball Court Constructors in Hawaii
If you’re looking to increase the number of places to play in Hawaii, these local court construction companies would be happy to help you out:
USAPA Ambassadors – Hawaii
These are several locals who are always willing to lend a hand in the growing of the sport in Hawaii:
- Jacqueline Frame – 808-895-8973 – Kailua Kona, HI
- Annette Cottle – 801-643-6603 – Honolulu, HI
- Jack Hodges – 808-634-4049 – Koloa, HI (Island of Kauai)
- Bob and Javon Courtney – 818-708-1770 – Kailua Kona, HI
- Kevin and Teresa Kimball – 808-392-9304 – Laie, HI
Hawaii Pickleball Related News and Youtube Videos
Check out these articles and videos that have featured pickleball in Hawaii:
- Pickleball Passion
- Playing Pickleball with Relish
- Aloha from Hawaii (Boise Pickleball)
- BC Pickleball Goes To Hawaii
Pickleball Waikiki
Pickleball – Kauai, HI
Kona Pickleball Hui
Pickleball Central Blog 
Greetings,
I am from the mainland of Cali actually SF bayarea and looking to playing PB when we travel to Maui in August. Is there a group there that has open play or an “invited” we can share our likeness of playing in your area?
Thanks for your reply,
Davin Wong
davinpw@yahoo.com
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Hi Davin! http://www.pickleballmaui.com/ is a website dedicated to just that – pickleball in Maui. Check it out, and have fun in Maui!
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There are a few guys who play in the mornings at the Maui Sunset Kihei. Hit or miss. Jim
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I will be in Maui from Jan28-Feb 7. Any place to play Pickleball? Packing my paddle just in case.
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Hi Danielle! I’d get in contact with Maui Pickleball. Here’s their website: http://www.pickleballmaui.com/. You could also contact Kauai Pickleball and see if they know anything as well: https://www.facebook.com/kauaipickleball/?fref=ts. Have fun!
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Some really fun players at Maui Sunset. Mostly early morning. Jim
Hit n miss schedule.
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We will be in Kapaa Kauii Jan/Feb 2016. Any place there for us to play? We would LOVE to pack our paddles!!!
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You can find a complete listing of places to play in Hawaii by going to the USAPA.org website and clicking on “Places to Play” then “HI”. The Outrigger has a court available for guests. Thanks for asking.
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Been going over at Christmas and playing at Maui Sunset but was looking for a bigger group.
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How about Waikiki. Heading there in June.
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What about Maui !!? Headed over in Dec.
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Hi Jim,
You can check with Parks and Rec in Kihei, Maui for pickleball opportunities. Let us know if you find other places on Maui!
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Mahalo…..
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