Black Barn Pickleball – Dayton, OH

, Ohio

Short Description

Dayton's indoor pickleball hub with eight pro-cushioned courts, touring-pro instruction, and an eighteen-court expansion for 2026.

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Quick Facts

Best For
Dayton-area players wanting serious year-round indoor courts and pro coaching
Features
Eight indoor courts, pro lessons, leagues, tournaments, app-based booking, 2026 expansion
Pricing
Court bookings open to all; memberships optional with guest privileges at non-member rates

Description

Black Barn Pickleball offers eight indoor courts with pro-cushioned surfaces and permanent nets, bookable through the venue’s own app with no membership required, though memberships add perks and guests of members play at non-member rates. A locally owned indoor pickleball facility in Dayton, opened in fall 2025 off Linden Avenue, it runs lessons from a pro staff that includes touring professional Carolina Lopez Ascarate, plus leagues by level, community tournaments, and year-round open play. A second building scheduled to open in 2026 adds roughly eighteen more courts, including two padel courts, along with a bar and food options. Open to the public daily; courts book through the Black Barn app or website.

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4740 Linden Ave, Dayton, OH 45432

Listing Details

Number of Courts
8

Common Questions

FAQ 1 Question
How many courts does Black Barn Pickleball have?
FAQ 1 Answer
Eight professional-quality indoor courts now, with a second building adding around eighteen more courts including two padel courts in 2026.
FAQ 2 Question
Do you need a membership at Black Barn?
FAQ 2 Answer
No. Anyone can book court time; memberships add perks, and members' guests play at non-member rates.
FAQ 3 Question
Who teaches at Black Barn Pickleball?
FAQ 3 Answer
A pro staff that includes Carolina Lopez Ascarate, a top-50 global DUPR player, and head coach Natalia, offering private and group lessons.

Google Reviews

5 / 5 based on 32 reviews
Chad Tolbert
Chad Tolbert 5 months ago
★★★★★

If you want a perfect place to play pickleball, look no further. The Black Barn Pickleball is a great facility, perfect lighting and it's not loud. They did their research when designing this facility. Give them a try if you are in the area or even if your not!

★★★★★

Outstanding facility featuring beautiful flooring, excellent lighting, and clean court lines. The sound dampening is a nice touch, and the staff are both friendly and well-informed. Individually fenced courts keep stray balls contained, so interruptions during play are virtually nonexistent. Plenty of convenient parking, too. Every detail has clearly been well thought out.

★★★★★

I was visiting from Florida and decided to play at this facility, which is the nicest I have ever seen. The courts are concrete yet plush, giving way to your feet and helping take the load off your knees. The ball still bounces the same which was a concern that was very quickly squashed during warmup. My session cost $10 and was completely able to be done online (waiver + payment), meaning I was able to just walk into the intermediate session and play. The bathrooms are private, seating plentiful, courts spacious enough to ATP, and the lighting is insanely good. Most indoor places are too loud with mediocre lighting but this place has it figured out. They also play music lightly on every court which didn’t bother me because it was low, and have a lot of parking and a water fountain. I’m not sure what could be improved on aside from expanding to more courts; so if you’re looking for an indoor facility to become your mainstay just go here.

Chip James
Chip James 6 months ago
★★★★★

Such a nice facility to play in! They went all out on the court design, and you can really feel the difference - softer on the joints and a consistent bounce of the ball. The lighting is great so it's a perfect playing experience. I play here often, and I always laugh at how the other games seem so quiet - I forget that there are even other games being played near ours. Good selection of snacks and drinks, too.

★★★★★

We walked into Black Barn Pickleball with tennis shoes, a water bottle, and absolutely no experience. We chose "Friendly Friday"~Friday Night Fun so we could get a lesson and play, and it was the perfect decision.Within one hour, we were fully on the court playing actual games—not just standing around trying to figure it out. James made the entire experience enjoyable, welcoming, and confidence-building. He is extremely knowledgeable and explains things in a way that makes pickleball feel approachable right away.In a short amount of time, we learned proper grip, serving basics, court positioning, scoring, and the flow of the game—things that could have easily felt overwhelming but never did because of how James teaches. He was incredibly accommodating, patient, and attentive, making sure we felt comfortable and included every step of the way.The facility itself is outstanding—bright, well lit, immaculately clean, and the courts are clearly marked and easy to follow. This was such a treat and a fantastic introduction to pickleball. We can’t wait to come back and continue learning—this is the kind of place that makes you want to keep playing, meet new people, get a great workout, and improve your eye-hand coordination. We would absolutely recommend Black Barn Pickleball to anyone curious about the sport, especially beginners.

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Find Them

4740 Linden Ave, Dayton, OH 45432

Listing Details

Number of Courts
8

Google Reviews

5 / 5 based on 32 reviews
Chad Tolbert
Chad Tolbert 5 months ago
★★★★★

If you want a perfect place to play pickleball, look no further. The Black Barn Pickleball is a great facility, perfect lighting and it's not loud. They did their research when designing this facility. Give them a try if you are in the area or even if your not!

★★★★★

Outstanding facility featuring beautiful flooring, excellent lighting, and clean court lines. The sound dampening is a nice touch, and the staff are both friendly and well-informed. Individually fenced courts keep stray balls contained, so interruptions during play are virtually nonexistent. Plenty of convenient parking, too. Every detail has clearly been well thought out.

★★★★★

I was visiting from Florida and decided to play at this facility, which is the nicest I have ever seen. The courts are concrete yet plush, giving way to your feet and helping take the load off your knees. The ball still bounces the same which was a concern that was very quickly squashed during warmup. My session cost $10 and was completely able to be done online (waiver + payment), meaning I was able to just walk into the intermediate session and play. The bathrooms are private, seating plentiful, courts spacious enough to ATP, and the lighting is insanely good. Most indoor places are too loud with mediocre lighting but this place has it figured out. They also play music lightly on every court which didn’t bother me because it was low, and have a lot of parking and a water fountain. I’m not sure what could be improved on aside from expanding to more courts; so if you’re looking for an indoor facility to become your mainstay just go here.

Chip James
Chip James 6 months ago
★★★★★

Such a nice facility to play in! They went all out on the court design, and you can really feel the difference - softer on the joints and a consistent bounce of the ball. The lighting is great so it's a perfect playing experience. I play here often, and I always laugh at how the other games seem so quiet - I forget that there are even other games being played near ours. Good selection of snacks and drinks, too.

★★★★★

We walked into Black Barn Pickleball with tennis shoes, a water bottle, and absolutely no experience. We chose "Friendly Friday"~Friday Night Fun so we could get a lesson and play, and it was the perfect decision.Within one hour, we were fully on the court playing actual games—not just standing around trying to figure it out. James made the entire experience enjoyable, welcoming, and confidence-building. He is extremely knowledgeable and explains things in a way that makes pickleball feel approachable right away.In a short amount of time, we learned proper grip, serving basics, court positioning, scoring, and the flow of the game—things that could have easily felt overwhelming but never did because of how James teaches. He was incredibly accommodating, patient, and attentive, making sure we felt comfortable and included every step of the way.The facility itself is outstanding—bright, well lit, immaculately clean, and the courts are clearly marked and easy to follow. This was such a treat and a fantastic introduction to pickleball. We can’t wait to come back and continue learning—this is the kind of place that makes you want to keep playing, meet new people, get a great workout, and improve your eye-hand coordination. We would absolutely recommend Black Barn Pickleball to anyone curious about the sport, especially beginners.

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