Pickleball in Gurgaon brings a little bounce, a little competition, and plenty of reasons to get moving. Karma Lakelands, our 270-acre resort on NH 8 in Manesar, brings the game to Sports Junction, with dedicated pickleball courts alongside badminton and table tennis.

You don’t need to book a room to join the game. Day visitors can reserve a pickleball session through the Hudle app, while padel adds another racquet sport to the mix, with our dedicated Padel & Pause retreat offering a more immersive way to play.

Whether you’re picking up a paddle for the first time, meeting friends for a weekend match, or planning a lively outing with your team, there’s room for every kind of player here. Explore pickleball and padel at Karma Lakelands with details on how to book a session and what else to add to your day once the game is underway.

Pickleball in Delhi NCR: What It Is and Why It's Booming

Pickleball brings together elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, with a perforated paddle and a lightweight plastic ball adding their own character to the game. The court is roughly the size of a badminton court, making it smaller and more intimate than a full tennis court.

A standard game runs to 11 points, with only the serving side scoring. Near the net, a 7 ft. zone on either side, known as the kitchen, keeps volleys at bay and adds another layer of strategy to every rally.

Padel takes the pace up in a different direction. Usually played in doubles, it unfolds inside an enclosed court framed by glass walls and mesh fencing. Courts measure roughly 20 x 10 m, with the enclosure becoming part of the game itself. The basic rule is simple: the ball must bounce on the floor before it touches any wall on your own side.

Both sports have found a growing following across Delhi NCR in recent years. Padel, in particular, has seen a surge in India, with the country's market projected to reach USD 250 to USD 300 million by 2036. Court numbers have also risen from fewer than 100 nationally in 2023 to several hundred today, with Delhi NCR accounting for a significant share.

Where the Game Begins: Pickleball and Padel in Gurgaon at Karma Lakelands

At Karma Lakelands, Sports Junction brings pickleball, badminton, table tennis, and a few easy-going games together in one lively sporting space. For those exploring pickleball in Delhi and the wider NCR, it offers a polished setting for a quick match or a longer day of play. Pickleball sessions start at INR 750 and can be booked directly through the Hudle app.

Badminton follows the same booking route, with sessions priced from around INR 600. There’s a little extra waiting after the game, too: any session booked through Hudle comes with a 15% discount on food and drinks at Klub Karma.

For padel, our dedicated Padel & Pause retreat brings the sport into a more immersive setting. Padel sessions can also be booked through the Hudle app. Equipment for both pickleball and padel is provided on-site, so you can turn up ready to play without filling your bag with gear.

When you feel like changing pace, table tennis and the casual games at Sports Junction offer an easy switch. The same complex also houses a golf simulator, where you can take a swing without stepping onto a fairway. With badminton, padel, golf simulation, and a pickleball court in Gurgaon all within the same sporting complex, the day can move easily from one game to the next. Sessions start at around INR 2,200 per booking and are also available through Hudle.

Pickleball vs Padel at a Glance

Pickleball	Padel
Uses a solid paddle and a perforated plastic ball on an open court	Uses a stringless bat and a low-bounce ball inside an enclosed court
The smaller court and underhand serve make it approachable for complete beginners.	The enclosed court brings the walls into play, adding a more strategic dimension to each point.
Rallies are generally easy to pick up without a formal lesson, making it a natural choice for first-timers.	Rewards players who enjoy using angles, placement, and the walls to keep a rally alive
Has more in common with badminton and table tennis in terms of court size and feel	Feels closer to squash in the way the walls become part of the game
Works well for mixed-ability groups, with placement often mattering more than raw power	Also suits mixed-ability groups, with positioning and teamwork shaping the game
A good choice when you want to pick up a paddle and start playing quickly	A good choice when you want a little more strategy and movement around the court

Making a Day or Weekend of It

A morning of padel in Gurgaon can easily become a full day at Karma Lakelands. Start with a game at Sports Junction, followed by lunch at On Kourse, our multi-cuisine restaurant by the greens. After lunch, take the Karma Experience Tour to see more of the property, or head to Klub Karma for a round of indoor games.

As evening arrives, make your way to AK's Cocktail Bar for drinks and a slower change of pace. Guests staying with us can also make use of our wider recreational facilities, while those booking the Padel & Pause retreat receive a 20% discount on our signature spa therapies, adding a wellness element to their time on the court.

For regular players, Klub Karma brings sports facilities, golf, and social privileges together, with occasional complimentary stays included with membership. And when you want to turn a game into a weekend, a stay booked directly through the resort keeps the courts, dining, recreation, and your room within the same leisurely escape.

Why Karma Lakelands Is Worth the Drive

Pickleball in Gurgaon has plenty of places to play, but Sports Junction at Karma Lakelands brings the game into a 270-acre resort setting, with pickleball, padel, badminton, and table tennis in one place. Day visitors can book through Hudle, while guests can build a fuller escape around the Padel & Pause retreat.

The short drive to Manesar turns a game into a proper day out, with dining, the Karma Experience Tour, and indoor games at Klub Karma adding more to the visit. Book a court ahead, especially on weekends, and let the match be the beginning of a day that takes you well beyond the final point.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where can I play pickleball in Gurgaon?
Karma Lakelands runs dedicated pickleball courts at Sports Junction on NH 8 in Manesar. Sessions can be booked directly through the Hudle app.

Can non-guests use the pickleball courts or book via Hudle?
Yes, day visitors can book a pickleball or badminton session through Hudle without staying overnight. Booking through Hudle also comes with a 15% discount on food and drinks at Klub Karma.

Does Karma Lakelands offer padel?
Yes, Karma Lakelands offers padel at Sports Junction in Manesar. Guests can book padel sessions through the Hudle app, and the resort also offers the Padel & Pause retreat.

What are the court timings and charges at Karma Lakelands?
Pickleball sessions start from around INR 750, with badminton priced from INR 600, both booked through Hudle. Specific timing slots are shown directly within the Hudle app when booking.

Is pickleball good for complete beginners?
Yes, pickleball suits beginners well, since the underhand serve and smaller court keep rallies manageable. Most first-timers are rallying comfortably within a single session.

Is there a package for padel Gurgaon offers?
Yes, the Padel & Pause retreat at Karma Lakelands combines daily padel court access with breakfast and a 20% discount on spa therapies.

Play Pickleball in Gurgaon at Karma Lakelands' Sports Junction