Tennis energy. Pickleball accessibility.

A new racket-sport experience for Johannesburg. Fast rallies, fresh competition and another reason to get on court.

Fairland Walk Sports Hub plans to become South Africa’s first SkyBall-aligned club.

A new way to play

Small court.
Big energy.

SkyBall combines elements of tennis and pickleball, using a strung racket and a high-density foam ball on a pickleball-sized court. Play singles or doubles, enjoy dynamic rallies and get into the game quickly.

Look out for demonstrations, introductory social sessions, leagues and tournaments as this emerging sport arrives at the club.

01
44 ft × 20 ft
The same court dimensions for singles and doubles - compact, social and full of movement.
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Games to 11
Rally scoring awards a point on every rally. Win by two points; players alternate serving two points each.

SkyBall, explained

Get to know
the basics.

New game, familiar energy. Get to know the equipment, the court and the basics before your first rally.

Why try SkyBall?

Your invitation
to try something new.

Love tennis but don’t always have a full tennis court available? SkyBall offers a compact alternative. Already playing pickleball? Here’s another way to enjoy the court.

Fast, social, easy to learn and physically engaging - with room to compete. Session dates, pricing and booking details will be announced.

Watch for upcoming sessions