Hi Travelers,
We know pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the U.S. and that resorts everywhere feature pickleball courts in their retinue of recreational amenities. And why not? The rules are simple, and the game affordable, relatively easy on the joints, great outdoor exercise, serves as a social catalyst, and is welcoming to all skill levels. New pickleball courts, which take up a whole lot less space than tennis courts, are popping up all over, including at nudist resorts and naturist communities.
This liberated form of pickleball is resonating with enthusiasts who are keen to embrace both the sport along with naturist outdoor living and recreation. Much like traditional pickleball, the game remains a fun and inclusive activity, but with the added dimension of playing without the hindrance of clothing, creating a distinctively freeing experience.
Across the U.S., from sun-kissed Florida to rugged and majestic Oregon, nudist resorts are embracing the trend by building or transforming courts to meet the pickleball demand. Various weekend events and tournaments are also being placed on the social calendar relative to nude pickleball, allowing for a wider range of competitive play and community engagement.
Nude pickleball combines the fast-paced sport with the principles of naturism. The integration of naturism into pickleball isn’t entirely surprising, given naturism’s advocacy for freedom and body positivity in a multitude of outoor activities. Nude pickleball has not only been embraced by nudist communities but is also seen as a way to experience complete physical freedom while engaging in athletics. This has led to a noticeable increase in nudist resorts offering pickleball courts and all the gear. Picture sunny courts and a lively game, where pickleball shoes and gloves, plus a cap and shades, are your main attire – talk about a light uniform!
What nudist or clothing-optional clubs, resorts and campgrounds offer pickleball? Lot of them. For instance, at Cypress Cove Nudist Resort, in Central Florida, pickleball isn’t just a pastime; it’s a passion. The resort boasts six purpose-built courts, attracting enthusiasts eager to enjoy the game in a clothing optional setting every day.
The Avalon Resort in West Virginia— celebrating its 30th year in 2025 – is yet another clothing optional resort featuring pickleball courts alongside saunas and reading nooks among other amenities. And there are many other resorts affiliated with the American Association for Nude Recreation (AANR), founded in 1931, that offer this amenity. Just visit https://www.aanr.com/club-locator/ to find a resort of your choosing.
Engaging in sports like pickleball sans clothing isn’t just about freedom of movement though. Playing sports in the nude can lead to increased Vitamin D absorption and body positivity, it also reduces your laundry load, since sports attire is entirely optional.
So, what else do you need to know? At nude pickleball venues, maintaining respect for fellow players is paramount. Everyone is expected to sit on their own towel when taking a break, and it’s considered good manners to have a second towel at the ready for wiping sweat off shared equipment. Participants should be mindful of personal boundaries too.
Besides the nets and courts, most nudist establishments provide relaxing amenities such as a lake, swimming pool, and recreation room providing perfect spots for cool-down post-game. Many resorts also offer boating, golf, shuffleboard, volleyball, hiking and biking trails and more.
Here’s what many nude pickleball enthusiasts say the reasons are they enjoy playing nude pickleball (and other nudist games outside):
1. Nude pickleball is more comfortable and relaxed: Playing pickleball in the all-together is a good way to let your hair down and have some fun. It feels good to be naked; many say they feel more comfortable and at ease without clothing that can restrict their movements.
2. Playing naked allows your body to regulate its temperature more effectively: Clothing can trap heat and make you sweat, especially if your exercise attire does not permit sweat to evaporate from your skin. When naked, your skin can breathe better and stay cooler.
3. People feel more connected to nature when naked: Some people feel more connected to nature when nude. They say they like to feel the surface below their feet, and the breeze and warm sun on their body. That without clothes they have an opportunity to de-stress and feel at peace in nature away from their pressures of their lives. Naturists will tell you it’s not about sex; it’s about enjoying life in a non-sexual way while not feeling constricted by clothing.
4. Nude pickleball is an equalizer: Stripped down, without clothes that provide clues as to social or economic status, everyone is equal. You only have your skills on which to rely. It can be freeing for some people to feel that everyone is on the same level during a match.
To sum it all up… nude pickleball is about freedom, comfort, and equality—the wind on your skin, natural temperature regulation, feeling connected to nature, exercising outdoors, and stripping away social cues tied to clothing or status. So who's game?
Naturally,