How to Improve Acoustics in Large Indoor Pickleball Facilities

The Growing Need for Noise Control in Pickleball Centers

As pickleball continues to grow in popularity, more indoor facilities are opening to accommodate year-round play. While these spaces provide players with a controlled environment, they often suffer from poor acoustics. Hard surfaces, high ceilings, and large open areas contribute to excessive echo and reverberation, making communication difficult and increasing overall noise levels.

The Challenges of Indoor Pickleball Acoustics

Unlike outdoor courts, indoor pickleball facilities amplify sound, creating several problems:

• Excessive Echo: The sharp sounds of paddles hitting the ball bounce off walls, ceilings, and floors, leading to a noisy environment.
• Poor Speech Intelligibility: Players and coaches struggle to hear each other, making instructions and casual conversations difficult.
• Player Fatigue: Continuous exposure to loud noise can cause discomfort and distractions, reducing overall enjoyment.

Acoustic Solutions for Pickleball Facilities

The key to controlling noise in an indoor pickleball facility is installing sound-absorbing treatments designed to reduce reverberation.

1. Ceiling-Mounted Acoustic Baffles

Suspended from the ceiling, acoustic baffles like NetWell’s VET Baffles absorb sound waves before they reflect throughout the space. These panels significantly cut down on echo while maintaining an open and unobstructed court layout.

2. Wall-Mounted Acoustic Panels

Strategically placing sound absorbing Fabric Panels along the walls helps to further absorb and diffuse sound, reducing noise levels and improving speech clarity.

3. Ceiling-Mounted Acoustic Panels

For facilities with wall obstructions or those unable to suspend panels vertically from the ceiling, flush-mounted acoustic ceiling panels like our FELT Panels and Dakota Panels provide cost-effective noise absorption while seamlessly blending into the environment.

Case Study: Mega Pickleball

One of Minnesota’s top indoor pickleball centers, Mega Pickleball, faced severe echo and reverberation issues. Players struggled with excessive noise, making communication and gameplay less enjoyable.

The Solution: VET Baffles

NetWell Noise Control provided a customized solution using VET Baffles, which were installed throughout the facility. These lightweight, high-performance acoustic baffles significantly reduced echo, creating a more comfortable and controlled sound environment.

The Results:

• Clearer Communication between players and coaches
• Reduced Echo & Reverb, making the space more enjoyable
• A Better Playing Experience for everyone involved

VIEW CASE STUDY

Improve Your Facility’s Acoustics Today

If your indoor pickleball center struggles with excessive noise, NetWell Noise Control can help. Our acoustic solutions are designed to optimize sound quality, making your facility more enjoyable for players and staff alike. Contact us today to find the right noise control solution for your space!

Call us at 1.800.638.9355 or email help@controlnoise.com