Reference
Padel court dimensions and specifications
The standard padel court in one place: playing dimensions, net height, enclosure, glass, structure, turf and lighting. Playing dimensions follow the FIP Rules of Padel; build details vary by supplier and are marked for verification.
Court specifications
| Item | Standard | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Playing area | 20 m long by 10 m wide (interior) | FIP |
| Dimensional tolerance | 0.5 percent | FIP |
| Net length | 10 m across the full width | FIP |
| Net height at centre | 0.88 m | FIP |
| Net height at the posts | 0.92 m | FIP |
| Service line | 6.95 m from the back wall | FIP |
| End wall height | 3 m of glass with metal mesh above, about 4 m total | FIP - VERIFY |
| Side wall build-up | Stepped glass and mesh along the sides | FIP - VERIFY |
| Glass thickness | 10 to 12 mm tempered glass | Industry - VERIFY |
| Structure | Hot-dip galvanised steel frame | Industry - VERIFY |
| Turf pile height | 10 to 15 mm monofilament or fibrillated with sand infill | Industry - VERIFY |
| Indoor clear height (recreational) | From 6 m minimum | Guidance - VERIFY |
| Indoor clear height (competition) | 8 m and above | Guidance - VERIFY |
Lighting by play level
| Level | Target lux | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Recreational and training | 300 lux | Everyday club and training play. |
| Club competition | 500 lux | League and amateur competition. |
| Professional and broadcast | 750 lux | High-level competition; broadcast needs more. |
Lighting figures follow EN 12193 sports lighting guidance and are pending final verification.
FAQ
Common questions
What are the dimensions of a padel court?
A padel court has an interior playing area 20 m long by 10 m wide, with a dimensional tolerance of 0.5 percent. The net spans the full 10 m width.
How high is a padel net?
The net is 0.88 m high at the centre and 0.92 m at the posts.
How thick is the glass on a padel court?
Court glass is typically 10 to 12 mm tempered (toughened) safety glass, mounted on a galvanised steel structure. Confirm the exact specification with your builder.
How much light does a padel court need?
Targets rise with the level of play: recreational and training play is lit to a lower level than club competition, and professional or broadcast play needs more again. See the lighting table for the figures by level.
Building or upgrading a court? Reach listed court builders and surface suppliers.
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