The move comes as ActiveSG reports a utilization rate of over 90% during peak hours, with pickleball bookings alone increasing tenfold between 2023 and 2025.
Innovative Use of Space: Little India Bus Terminal
Previous waiting area of Little India Bus Terminal. Image Courtesy of SportsSG
One of the most unique developments for a pickleball court in Singapore is the newly opened facility at the Little India Bus Terminal (ActiveSG Courts @ Farrer Park).
- The Concept: Eight sheltered courts have been retrofitted into a section of the operating bus terminal.
- Operational Hours: The courts are available Monday to Saturday, from 9 am to 9 pm. On Sundays, the space reverts to its original use as a bus terminal to serve migrant worker transport needs.
- Significance: This project, a collaboration between SportSG and the Land Transport Authority (LTA), demonstrates Singapore’s strategy of repurposing underutilized urban spaces (like those under flyovers and viaducts) to bring sports closer to the community.
Managing the "Pop" Noise
While the sport's growth is celebrated, it has brought challenges, specifically regarding the distinct "pop" sound of the paddle hitting the ball. Residents in some HDB estates have raised concerns about noise. In response, the government has committed to:
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