Where to play padel on the Gold Coast

In short: We verified three operating padel venues on the Gold Coast: Padel Gold Coast in Carrara (6 outdoor courts), Gold Coast Racquet Club in Robina (7 padel courts) and House of Pickle in Currumbin Waters (1 padel court). Padel Gold Coast books through MATCHi and Gold Coast Racquet Club through Playtomic. Both run intro sessions for beginners. Several more clubs have announced openings for late 2026.

The Gold Coast's climate suits padel, a fast, social doubles sport played on an enclosed court with glass walls that stay in play. If you've played tennis or squash you'll feel at home quickly, and complete beginners pick it up fast too. Here's where you can play right now, how to book and how to make your first game a good one.

Last checked: November 2026. We only list venues whose own website or live booking page showed them operating. Prices and hours change, so check with the club before you play.

Padel clubs on the Gold Coast

Padel Gold Coast – Carrara

Suburb: Carrara (in the KDV Sport complex on Nerang Broadbeach Road). Courts: 6 outdoor courts with LED lighting. Booking: MATCHi, and you don't need a membership. The club runs private and semi-private lessons, an Intro 2 Padel session, Skills & Drills, group academy sessions and a junior academy. padelgoldcoast.com.au

Gold Coast Racquet Club – Robina

Suburb: Robina (Lido Parade, Robina Town Centre). Courts: 7 padel courts, plus 6 pickleball courts. Its Playtomic page lists the padel courts as outdoor and panoramic. Booking: Playtomic. The club runs clinics by level and Intro to Padel open play, and lists equipment rental. racquetclub.com.au

House of Pickle – Currumbin

Suburb: Currumbin Waters. Courts: 1 padel court, alongside 3 indoor pickleball courts. Booking: the House of Pickle app. It's mainly a pickleball venue, but a handy option in the southern Gold Coast. houseofpickle.com.au

Coming soon

PADLX has announced two clubs: Burleigh Heads (4 outdoor courts, "Opening November 2026") and Arundel (8 indoor courts, "Opening December 2026"). Neither was taking bookings when we checked, and we'll add them once they open. Brisbane is also within reach: see our guide to padel in Brisbane.

How to book a court on the Gold Coast

• Padel Gold Coast: MATCHi (no membership needed).
• Gold Coast Racquet Club: the Playtomic app.
• House of Pickle: the House of Pickle app.

Pick a slot, pay for the court and you're set. Padel Gold Coast publishes per-court hourly rates (see the FAQ), with off-peak sessions cheaper than peak times.

Tips for beginners

• Book an intro session. Padel Gold Coast's Intro 2 Padel and Gold Coast Racquet Club's Intro to Padel open play are made for first-timers. You'll learn the underarm serve, the scoring and how to let the ball come off the glass.
• Try a clinic once you've got the basics. Gold Coast Racquet Club runs clinics by level, and Padel Gold Coast has Skills & Drills and group academy sessions.
• Play early or late in summer. The main clubs play outdoors, so mornings and evenings under lights are the most comfortable.
• What to bring: court or tennis shoes with good grip, a hat and sunscreen for daytime play, water and your own racket if you have one.
• Know the rules. Our simple guide to the padel rules and our guide on how to start playing padel cover the essentials.

Gear up before you play

Borrowing or hiring is fine at first. Once you're playing every week, your own racket helps you build a consistent game.

• Beginner padel rackets: forgiving models for new players.
• All padel rackets: our full range for every level.
• Padel balls: stock up so every booking starts with fresh balls.
• Racket Finder: a few questions and you'll have a shortlist.
• Racket Reviews: detailed reviews by Sven Boele.

Orders placed before 4 pm Sydney time ship the same day. Standard shipping takes 2–5 business days and is free from $200, and express takes 1–3 business days. Want help choosing? Contact Hans on +61 466 383 404, or on WhatsApp.

Padel in other Australian cities

See our guides to padel in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide and Canberra.

FAQ: padel on the Gold Coast

Where can I play padel on the Gold Coast?

Right now: Padel Gold Coast in Carrara, Gold Coast Racquet Club in Robina and House of Pickle in Currumbin Waters. PADLX has announced clubs in Burleigh Heads and Arundel.

How much does padel cost on the Gold Coast?

Padel Gold Coast publishes court hire at $68 per hour at peak times ($17 per player in a four) and $48 per hour off-peak ($12 per player), as of November 2026. Its Intro 2 Padel session was listed on MATCHi at $29.25. Gold Coast Racquet Club shows its rates in Playtomic when you book.

Are there padel lessons on the Gold Coast?

Yes. Padel Gold Coast offers private and semi-private lessons, group academy sessions, Skills & Drills and a junior academy. Gold Coast Racquet Club runs clinics by level and Intro to Padel sessions.

Is there indoor padel on the Gold Coast?

Padel Gold Coast and Gold Coast Racquet Club both play outdoors. PADLX has announced an 8-court indoor club in Arundel, which it says opens in December 2026.