How popular is padel in Vietnam?TrustPadel▾
Padel is extremely new in Vietnam. Currently there are 14 dedicated venues and 31 courts available, so the sport does not yet have the visible following of tennis or football. Interest is growing among expats, tennis players, and younger professionals in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, with social media groups forming for the first time.
Where should I start if I want to play padel in Vietnam?TrustPadel▾
With 14 venues and 31 courts on the ground, you cannot book a dedicated padel court in Vietnam yet. Start by joining expat and pickleball groups in Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi; they are the most likely to host pop-up events. You can also contact regional resorts so they know demand exists, or plan a short trip to Thailand or Singapore for your first sessions.
Which Vietnamese cities will be the biggest padel hubs?TrustPadel▾
Ho Chi Minh City is the most likely first hub because of its large expat population, available commercial land, and year-round warm weather. Hanoi will follow, driven by its tennis community and international schools. Da Nang is a sleeping giant due to its beach resorts and northern European visitors, while Nha Trang and Can Tho will probably remain secondary markets until the sport proves itself.
Is there a national governing body for padel in Vietnam?TrustPadel▾
Vietnam does not yet have an official national padel federation or governing body, which mirrors the sport's very early stage. The current focus is on private developers and multi-sport clubs. If you want to set up an official body, the first step would be registering with the Vietnam Olympic Committee and aligning with the International Padel Federation (FIP).
How do court hire costs in Vietnam compare with neighbouring countries?TrustPadel▾
There is no established padel pricing in Vietnam because 14 venues and 31 courts do not exist yet. When courts open, prices will likely be more affordable than Singapore and roughly comparable with Thailand and Malaysia. Expect to pay between 300,000 and 600,000 VND per hour in premium districts, compared with around 1,000,000 VND in Singapore or 500 THB in Bangkok.
Will padel courts in Vietnam be indoor or outdoor?TrustPadel▾
Vietnam's tropical climate means the first courts will probably be outdoor with partial covering, especially in the south. With an average of more than 100 rainy days per year in Ho Chi Minh City, covered courts will be essential for year-round play. In Hanoi’s cooler winter, outdoor courts are comfortable, while in Da Nang, sea-air corrosion will push most developers toward covered or semi-covered designs. Of the future 31 courts, expect the majority to have some form of roof or shade.
