What Are the Standard Padel Court Dimensions and Requirements?

A regulation-compliant padel court is more than a 20 × 10-meter rectangle. The enclosure, net, playing surface, access points, lighting, and clear height all have specific requirements.

Understanding these standards before construction helps ensure the finished padel court is suitable for regular play and can be designed around the latest International Padel Federation (FIP) rules.

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What Are the Standard Padel Court Dimensions?

The standard padel court dimensions are 20 meters long and 10 meters wide, measured internally. FIP allows a 0.5% tolerance on these principal dimensions, giving an internal playing area of approximately 200 square meters.

The main measurements are:

Specification	Standard Requirement
Court length	20 m
Court width	10 m
Playing area	200 m²
Service line from net	6.95 m
Court line width	5 cm
Minimum clear height	6 m
Suggested height for new facilities	8 m

The 200 m² figure covers the internal court. A complete project needs additional space for the structure, access, circulation, safety areas, and supporting infrastructure.

What Are the Padel Court Enclosure Requirements?

The court must be completely enclosed. At each end, the enclosure is 4 meters high, consisting of a 3-meter wall and 1 meter of metallic fencing. FIP permits two configurations for the side enclosures, using combinations of walls and metallic fencing.

Walls can use transparent or opaque materials, including suitable glass or brick, provided they are hard, smooth, and capable of producing a consistent ball rebound. Glass courts must meet the applicable FIP requirements for tempered or plate glass.

The metallic fencing also has defined specifications. FIP states that welded rhomboid mesh should have diagonal openings between 5 cm and 7.08 cm, with recommended wire thickness between 2 and 3 mm and a maximum of 4 mm. Exposed sharp edges and weld points must be protected.

What Are the Padel Court Net Requirements?

The net spans the full 10-meter width of the court. It must be:

• 0.88 m high at the center
• 0.92 m high at the ends
• Supported by posts with a maximum height of 1.05 m

The net needs to be securely tensioned and installed in accordance with the FIP specifications mentioned above.

Where Are the Service Lines Located?

The service lines are positioned 6.95 meters from the net on both sides. A central service line divides each service area.

Court lines must be 5 cm wide, and the two sides of the court must be symmetrical. Line colors should provide clear contrast against the playing surface.

Accurate marking is essential because incorrect line positions can affect the dimensions of the playing areas and the consistency of the court.

What Surface Is Used for a Padel Court?

FIP permits cement, synthetic materials, or artificial grass, provided the surface produces a regular ball bounce. The playing surface must also meet the required level tolerances. FIP specifies that internal level differences should remain below 3 mm when measured with a 3-meter straightedge.

Artificial turf is commonly selected for padel facilities because it provides a dedicated sports surface and can be combined with suitable infill.

For outdoor installations, the sub-base and drainage design should be considered before the surface is installed. Poor drainage can affect usability and long-term surface performance.

How High Should an Indoor Padel Court Be?

The minimum unobstructed height throughout the court is 6 meters. FIP suggests 8 meters for new facilities. No elements should obstruct the required playing clearance.

This makes ceiling height an important consideration when converting warehouses, gyms or other buildings into indoor padel facilities. Beams, ventilation equipment, and lighting fixtures should all be considered during the design stage.

What Are the Padel Court Access and Safety Requirements?

FIP permits access points on one or both lateral sides of the court. Their dimensions depend on whether one or two access points are provided on each side. Public facilities must also meet applicable accessibility requirements.

Facilities designed for authorized out-of-court play require additional space outside the enclosure. FIP specifies an unobstructed area of at least 3 meters wide and 4 meters long on the relevant sides, with a minimum clear height of 3 meters. A 4-meter width is recommended.

This is why the land requirement for a complete padel facility is greater than the 200 m² internal playing area.

What Are the Padel Court Lighting Requirements?

Lighting should provide uniform visibility without creating difficulties for players, officials or spectators. Light poles must be positioned outside the court, while the FIP rules specify minimum heights for projectors depending on their position.

For a new installation, lighting should be incorporated into the court design rather than treated as an afterthought. Factors such as pole location, glare, shadows and surrounding structures can affect playing conditions.

How Do You Plan a Padel Court Construction Project?

Before construction begins, check the site against the complete specification rather than the court footprint alone. The design should account for:

• 20 × 10 m internal court dimensions
• Enclosure and glass requirements
• Net and service-line measurements
• Suitable playing surface
• Drainage and foundation requirements
• Minimum clear height
• Access and safety areas
• Lighting position
• Local building and accessibility regulations

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Key Takeaways

• Standard size: A padel court measures 20 × 10 meters internally.
• FIP requirements: Enclosure, net, surface, access, clearance and safety specifications all need to be considered.
• Planning matters: The total project footprint must be larger than the 200 m² playing area.

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FAQs

What is the standard padel court size?

The standard internal padel court measures 20 meters long by 10 meters wide, creating a 200 m² playing area. FIP allows a 0.5% tolerance on these principal dimensions.

How high should a padel court be?

The minimum unobstructed height is 6 meters. For new facilities, FIP suggests an unobstructed height of 8 meters throughout the court.

What is the standard padel net height?

The net is 0.88 meters high at the center and 0.92 meters at the ends. The supporting posts can have a maximum height of 1.05 meters.

What surface can be used for a padel court?

FIP permits cement, synthetic materials and artificial grass, provided the surface delivers a regular ball bounce and meets the applicable technical requirements.