University of West Florida Recreation & Wellness 'Rec Gym' (Building 72) officially lists 6 pickleball courts in its facility portal. Anyone who is not a current UWF student/faculty/staff may purchase a membership or day pass to use the Recreation and Aquatic facilities, per UWF's own community-members page.
Our picks from the pickleball buying guides — chosen editorially, never by the venue and never by spend.
Paddles · Best overall
JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus 16mm
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Beginner paddles · Best starter feel
JOOLA Essentials
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Balls · Outdoor standard
Franklin X-40 Outdoor (12-pack)
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UWF Pickleball (Rec Gym) has 6 indoor pickleball courts.
UWF Pickleball (Rec Gym) offers indoor pickleball.
Yes — UWF Pickleball (Rec Gym) is open to the public on a pay-to-play basis.
UWF Pickleball (Rec Gym) is located at 11000 University Pkwy, Building 72, Pensacola, FL 32514.
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