From jungle courts in Canggu to rooftop rinks above the Kuta skyline, padel has become Bali’s most talked-about sport — and the scene is only getting better.
There’s a new sound echoing through Bali’s rice fields and beach clubs. Not the crash of surf or the thud of yoga blocks, but the sharp, satisfying pop of a padel ball ricocheting off glass. If you haven’t played yet, you’re already behind. Padel — the hybrid of tennis and squash played on a smaller, walled court — has gone from niche import to full-blown cultural phenomenon on the Island of Gods, and it happened faster than anyone predicted.
From Zero Courts to a National Movement
Bali’s padel story begins in 2022, when the pandemic fog was finally starting to lift. The first padel club to open on the island was Liga.Tennis Padel Club, which added two outdoor panoramic courts to its flagship Sanur location — a first for Indonesia. Word spread quickly through the expat community, and within months, a chain reaction was underway.
New venues like Padel+ Canggu, Jungle Padel, and Padel Club Bali followed shortly after, each bringing their own flair and setting a high bar for padel luxury. What began as a sport for European expats missing their home courts morphed into something far bigger: a genuine lifestyle movement, embraced by Bali’s fitness-forward international community and increasingly by locals.
The growth was so rapid that Bali quickly accumulated at least 15 clubs with a total of 60 courts — a staggering figure compared to Jakarta with just three courts and Banten with four at the same point in time. By 2025, the numbers had exploded further. Indonesia as a whole saw a 295% increase in padel clubs and over 1,580 new courts built, with Bali among the primary regions driving the expansion.
Why Padel Clicked in Bali
The sport’s appeal in a place like Bali isn’t hard to understand. Padel is social by design — doubles only, played on a smaller court with glass walls that keep the ball in play longer, which means more rallies, more laughs, and more time with your playing partners. It’s easier to pick up than tennis, harder to put down than almost anything else.
Padel fever has inspired rooftop courts, networking clubs and swanky retreats, with the social scene built up around the sport being key to its long-term success. In Bali, that social dimension was always going to land. This is an island where working out, networking, and socialising are practically the same activity — and padel sits at the intersection of all three.
The local cultural conditions helped too. As one founder of Jungle Padel noted, Indonesia’s deep tradition as a racquet sport country — particularly in badminton — means local players are already predisposed to picking up something new with a racket in hand. At the national level, the sport gained further legitimacy when Indonesia formed a national padel association and moved to introduce the sport at the 2024 Indonesian National Games.
The Scene Today: Luxury, Community and Competition
What makes Bali’s padel scene genuinely impressive is its range. This isn’t a single type of club replicated across the island. Sanur Padel Club has taken a lifestyle-integration approach, offering a café, a pro shop, and social spaces where players can relax and network — positioning padel not just as a sport but as a wellness and social activity. Meanwhile, academy-style facilities like Bali Padel Academy bring international coaching credentials and tournament infrastructure to the table.
The five courts at Indopadel include a court specifically designed for professional-level play according to the standards of the World Padel Tour — a detail that would have seemed wildly ambitious in 2022 but feels entirely natural today. Bali isn’t just following the global padel wave. In some respects, it’s defining what tropical padel looks like.
Booking is mostly frictionless. The go-to app for padel in Bali is Playtomic, used by most international-facing clubs. Direct bookings via WhatsApp or Instagram are preferred at smaller or newer venues, while clubs like Liga.Tennis run their own platforms. Court time is extraordinarily affordable by global standards — a session typically costs between IDR 150,000 and 300,000 per person (roughly USD9–18), which makes a daily game entirely viable even on a long stay.
The community infrastructure has grown to match. WhatsApp groups, Instagram leagues, Americano tournaments, and open mix sessions mean that even if you land in Bali solo, you’ll have a game within 24 hours.
What’s Coming Next
The trajectory shows no signs of flattening. Ayodya Resort Bali has announced a collaboration with the Liga.Tennis group to open Bali’s first international-standard indoor padel club within a beachfront five-star resort in Nusa Dua. When it opens, it will mark a new chapter: padel as a headline resort amenity, not just a standalone club.
Globally, projections point to 70,000 padel courts worldwide by 2026, and Bali — with its perfect climate, international visitor base, and deeply ingrained sporting culture — is positioned to be one of the sport’s defining destinations. If you’re a padel player, or even just padel-curious, there is no better place to be right now.
The Top 10 Places to Play Padel in Bali
1. Bali Padel Academy (BPA) — Canggu
Style: World-class academy meets resort facility
Courts: 7 semi-indoor courts + central show court (200-spectator gallery)
Set amidst the scenic rice fields of Canggu, Bali Padel Academy is a premium padel club with seven world-class courts open to players of all levels, from first-timers to professionals. As the international headquarters of the NOX Future Academy, BPA offers expert coaching with NOX-certified courses, group clinics and private lessons following the NOX Method to develop technique, confidence and overall gameplay.
Beyond the courts, facilities include a pro shop, restaurant, infinity pool, sauna, ice bath, and a kids’ playground. BPA also hosts some of the biggest padel open tournaments on the island. For serious players and those who want to level up fast, this is the benchmark.
📍 Jl. Babakan Kubu, Canggu | balipadelacademy.com
2. Jungle Padel — Multiple Locations (Pererenan, Canggu, Ubud, Kedungu, Seseh)
Style: Tropical social hub with serious community credentials
Courts: Multiple European-standard outdoor courts across 6 locations
Jungle Padel is one of the most recognised names in Bali’s padel scene, known for its beautiful tropical locations and vibrant player community. Each venue offers a unique experience — Pererenan is ideal for sunset matches and a social vibe, while Ubud provides a more peaceful, green setting for those seeking a relaxed atmosphere.
Courts are well maintained with options for casual and competitive play. Facilities include outdoor or semi-covered courts, a modern café, coaching sessions, a pro shop, and regular tournaments. Booking is simple through the Jungle Padel app, with popular formats like Americano, ladder leagues, and mixed doubles. With six locations spanning the island, chances are there’s a Jungle court near wherever you’re staying.
📍 Multiple locations | junglepadel.com
3. Bali Social Club (BSC) — Canggu / Berawa
Style: Luxury wellness and sport fusion
Courts: 7 padel courts surrounded by lush greenery
Bali Social Club integrates wellness with padel sport in a tranquil setting. The padel courts are surrounded by lush greenery, enhancing the overall sense of relaxation and focus, and the club also provides yoga studios and meditation spaces.
Post-match, players can utilise extensive recovery options including cold plunge and sauna facilities. Services include padel coaching, wellness workshops, and social tournaments — perfect for those looking to maintain a balanced lifestyle. For the man who wants his sport and his recovery in the same place, BSC delivers.
📍 Jl. Kayu Tulang Selatan No.188, Canggu | balisocialclub.com
4. Amare Padel — Umalas / Kerobokan
Style: Boutique, intimate, community-first
Courts: 5 semi-indoor all-weather courts
Located in the leafy village of Umalas, Amare Padel Club offers a premium indoor experience that blends sport and wellness. Featuring five all-weather courts, a sauna, and an ice bath, it’s designed for players who take both performance and recovery seriously. Coaching is led by internationally certified instructors, with weekly tournaments and social events adding to the club’s strong community feel.
The club is known for its welcoming staff and clean, modern space, with services including towel rental, café, lockers, sauna, ice bath, and professional coaching. Amare is Bali’s best kept secret — intimate, unhurried, and genuinely excellent.
📍 Jl. Dukuh Indah No.71, Kerobokan Kelod
5. Island Sports Club (ISC) — Canggu & Uluwatu
Style: Surf-and-sport lifestyle destination
Courts: 3 panoramic courts per location
Island Sports Club lets you hit the ball at three panoramic padel courts, with the Canggu branch just a six-minute drive from Berawa Beach. A session of padel can be followed by CrossFit, a swim in the 25-metre pool, and a smoothie bowl at the café.
ISC hosts Americano, Mexicano and Argentino formats where you can play with rotating and fixed partners, and the club runs a sunset padel party that has become one of the island’s most talked-about sporting social events. The Uluwatu outpost pairs perfectly with a post-game surf check — this is padel at its most Balinese.
📍 Canggu & Uluwatu | iscbali.com
6. Sanur Padel Club — Sanur
Style: Relaxed coastal community club
Courts: 3 European-standard outdoor courts in tropical gardens
Reflecting Sanur’s relaxed coastal vibe, Sanur Padel Club features three European-standard outdoor courts in a tropical garden setting. The club offers Cardio Padel sessions, social games, and a welcoming café environment.
Alongside its courts, the club offers a pro shop and social spaces where players can relax and network — positioning the experience as a social and wellness-driven activity. Sanur Padel Club was among the island’s earliest pioneers, founded by a London expat who moved to Bali during the pandemic, and the community spirit built in those early days still defines it today.
📍 Sanur, Denpasar
7. Sky Padel — Kuta (Rooftop)
Style: Rooftop novelty meets genuine playability
Courts: Bali’s only rooftop padel court
Perched above the Bali Dynasty Resort in Kuta, Sky Padel is Bali’s only rooftop padel court, offering ocean breezes, golden-hour matches, and a resort-style atmosphere. Lessons, equipment hire, and day passes are available for both resort guests and the public. Daily sessions run from 7 AM to 10 PM.
It might not be the most technically demanding venue on the island, but for sheer experience — smashing a padel ball with the Kuta coastline spread out below you — nothing comes close.
📍 Bali Dynasty Resort, Kuta
8. Liga.Tennis Padel Club — Multiple Locations (Sanur, Umalas, Seminyak, Nusa Dua)
Style: Reliable multi-sport network with island-wide reach
Courts: 4 courts at Umalas (3 doubles + 1 singles), 4 courts at Sanur (3 indoor + 1 outdoor)
One of Bali’s best-established sports clubs, Liga.Tennis integrates padel into its network of multi-sport facilities. The Seminyak and Umalas branches feature covered courts, ideal during the rainy season, plus a pool, café, and fitness amenities.
With six clubs currently operating and eight more under development, Liga has connected nearly 100,000 members via its proprietary Liga App. As the club that first brought padel to the island in 2022, it remains one of the most organised and consistently excellent options for players of all levels.
📍 Umalas, Seminyak, Sanur, Nusa Dua | liga.tennis
9. Bam Bam Padel — Ubud
Style: Family-owned, scenic escape from the Canggu buzz
Courts: 5 panoramic courts open daily
Just five minutes from Ubud’s centre, Bam Bam Padel features five panoramic courts open daily from 7 AM to 10 PM. After an action-packed game, relax in the scenic café or recovery area, complete with a sauna, steam room, and cold plunge. The Pro-Shop offers top brands like Drop Shot and NOX Padel.
If your trip takes you inland to Ubud’s temples and terraces, Bam Bam gives you no excuse to skip a game. The jungle backdrop makes it one of the most beautiful places to play padel anywhere in Southeast Asia.
📍 Jl. Cempaka, Mas, Ubud | bambampadel.com
10. Canggu Padel Centre — Berawa, Canggu
Style: Serious competition hub with a great social scene
Courts: 7 professional courts including a show court with spectator seating
Canggu Padel Centre is Canggu’s largest and most advanced padel destination, featuring seven professional courts, including a central show court with spectator seating for 200. Beyond matches, expect a full academy programme, pro shop, sauna, ice baths, and a playground for kids.
The café at Canggu Padel has screens broadcasting live matches, and there’s a regular social schedule — Cardio Padel every Monday and Friday, Americano on Wednesdays (with a complimentary coconut), and Happy Hour from 5 to 7 PM. If you want to feel the full scale of what Bali’s padel scene has become, come here.
📍 Jl. Pantai Berawa No.15, Canggu
Quick Tips for Playing Padel in Bali
When to play: Early mornings (7–9 AM) or evenings (5–7 PM) are the sweet spots — the tropical heat between 11 AM and 4 PM makes for tough going. Most clubs are open from 7 AM to 10 PM daily.
How to book: Playtomic works for most international-facing clubs. For others, WhatsApp or Instagram DMs are the move. Booking at least 24 hours ahead is wise for peak slots.
Finding a game: Join Bali padel WhatsApp communities and follow the clubs on Instagram — open Americanos, drop-in mixes and social tournaments are listed regularly and fill up fast.
What it costs: Court rental typically runs IDR 150,000–300,000 per person per session (roughly USD9–18). Racket rentals are widely available for around IDR 30,000–60,000 if you haven’t brought your own.
