Pickleball in Columbia, SC

Columbia has a growing pickleball community spread across parks, recreation centers, churches, and tennis facilities throughout Richland and Lexington counties. Recent additions like the new pickleball courts at Finlay Park downtown highlight the city’s investment in the sport. Players coordinate many games through the TeamReach app and local Facebook groups, making it easier for newcomers and visitors to find active sessions.

Where to Play

• Finlay Park
  930 Laurel St, Columbia, SC 29201
  Four dedicated outdoor pickleball courts added as part of the major renovation of Columbia’s historic downtown park. The courts are part of the $25 million Finlay Park revitalization project completed in 2025 and provide a convenient option for players staying downtown.
• Drew Wellness Center
  2101 Walker Solomon Way, Columbia, SC 29204
  Columbia Parks & Recreation facility that hosts indoor pickleball sessions during scheduled gym times.
• Southeast Park
  Columbia, SC 29209
  Community games take place several evenings each week. Players coordinate through TeamReach using code 29209.
• Lexington County Tennis Center (LCTC)
  425 Oak Dr, Lexington, SC 29072
  Organized open play including Monday and Wednesday evenings and Saturday morning sessions. TeamReach code: LCPC.
• Cayce Tennis and Pickleball Complex
  Cayce, SC
  Regular open play coordinated through TeamReach with code cayce.
• Barr Road Sports Complex
  Lexington, SC
  Morning open play sessions and beginner-friendly play on Friday afternoons.
• Elmwood Church of God Activity Center
  Columbia, SC
  Community group plays Monday, Tuesday, and Friday mornings around 10:00 AM. Two indoor courts and a regular social group of players.
• Crooked Creek Park
  Chapin, SC
  Morning pickleball sessions during the week. TeamReach code: crookedcreek.
• Melvin Park
  Chapin, SC
  Advanced level play sessions scheduled throughout the week. TeamReach code: melvinpark.

Getting Started

If you are new to pickleball in the Columbia area, community sessions like the Elmwood Church group or beginner play at Barr Road are friendly places to start. These groups tend to welcome newcomers and help with learning scoring and rotation.

Most local play is coordinated through the TeamReach app. Joining the appropriate group lets you see current schedules, skill-level sessions, and last-minute updates from players.

If you prefer individual instruction, you can also reach out to one of the local coaches listed on this site.

Leagues and Organized Play

Several facilities around Columbia host organized sessions including ladder leagues, drills, and skill-level play blocks. These are often coordinated through TeamReach groups rather than formal public calendars.

Examples include ladder leagues at Southeast Park and structured sessions at Lexington County Tennis Center and Cayce Tennis Center.

Visitors

If you are visiting Columbia and want to find a game quickly, the easiest approach is to join the local TeamReach groups listed above. Most active players use the app to coordinate daily games.

Popular places for visitors to check include Lexington County Tennis Center, Cayce Tennis Center, and Southeast Park. These locations tend to have the most consistent organized play.