Playing Pickleball While You Visit Sayulita
Pack court shoes, not a paddle. Here's the traveler's playbook for getting on the courts at Nawalli from day one — solo, as a couple, or with your whole crew.Trae tenis de cancha, no pala. Esta es la guía del viajero para jugar en Nawalli desde el primer día — solo, en pareja o con todo tu grupo.
Before you land
- Join the players' WhatsApp group — the week's schedule, pickup games and ride shares land there.
- Buy your first pass at club.pickleballsayulita.com so you can book the 8am the night you arrive.
- Pack court shoes, sunscreen, a hat. Leave the paddle — the pro shop rents them.
- Tell us your level if you want a private lesson or to be pointed to the right group.
Solo, couple, or crew
Solo traveler
Morning open play is sorted by level, so you'll be in games with strangers who become friends in a session. Stay for the social nights.
Couples
Play the same morning group or split by level. Thursday Night Party and Family Night are the fun ones. Beach after.
Groups & clubs
Rent a private court ($140 USD / 2 hrs, up to 8) or ask about a retreat: the club hosts visiting groups year-round with play, coaching and the whole Sayulita experience wrapped around it.
Seasonal / snowbirds
Month-to-month memberships, locals tiers if you qualify, cancel when you fly home.
A visitor's week
Play the 8am every morning (beginner or intermediate group), beach and lunch after, back for Kings Court at 4pm if you're hungry for more, and the evening social if it's Monday through Thursday. Tuesday and Thursday mornings the Challenge Court is where advanced visitors go to get tested.
Monday
8am Open Play + Beginner/Novice · 4pm Kings Court open play · Ladies Night League (evening)
Tuesday
8am Open Play + Intermediates · 10am Challenge Court (advanced) · 4:45pm How to Play Pickleball clinic · 6pm Locals Night social play
Wednesday
8am Open Play + Beginner/Novice · 4pm Kings Court · 5pm Sayulita Superstars (kids) · 6pm Family Night
Thursday
8am Open Play + Intermediates · 10am Challenge Court · 4:45pm How to Play Pickleball clinic · 6pm Thursday Night Pickleball Party
Friday
8am Open Play + Beginner/Novice · 4pm Kings Court open play
Saturday
8am Open Play + Intermediates
Times shift with the season and holidays — the live weekly calendar is always the source of truth. Sundays are reserved for private court rentals.
Where to stay
Anywhere in town is a walk from the club. The Norte side puts you closest; the beach side puts you by the surf; both are minutes from C. Miramar 51. Coming as a group and want the pickleball built in? See the Sayulita pickleball retreat or WhatsApp the club and we'll help you plan it.
Play with us this week.Juega con nosotros esta semana.
Get the week's play schedule and join the players' WhatsApp group — locals and visitors, every level.Recibe el horario de la semana y entra al grupo de WhatsApp de jugadores — locales y visitantes, todos los niveles.
Land Friday, play Saturday 8am.
Buy the pass, book the session, and we'll have a paddle waiting.
Questions people ask
Do I need to bring my own paddle to Sayulita?
No. Nawalli's pro shop rents paddles and sells balls and gear. Bring court shoes.
What should I buy as a visitor — a drop-in or a day pass?
One session: a $300 MXN drop-in. More than one session in a day: the $500 MXN day pass covers every session on the calendar that day.
Can I play the day I arrive?
Yes, if you buy a pass and book a session in the club app first. Morning open play starts at 8am Monday to Saturday; there are afternoon and evening sessions most days.
Is there a place for our group to play together?
Rent a private court — $140 USD for two hours, up to eight players — or ask about a full retreat for larger groups.
How do I find pickup games while I'm here?
Join the players' WhatsApp group. Pickup games, ride shares and the weekly schedule all go through it.