Ball games

Jõulumäe Recreational Sports Center offers excellent facilities for playing various ball games in the heart of the beautiful Pärnu County pine forest—both indoors and outdoors. Whether you’re looking for a casual game with friends or planning to organize a tournament, Jõulumäe has the perfect court for everyone.

Courts are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and balls can be rented from the main building.

Basketball

The basketball court, built in 2021, features a full-size Sport Court PowerGame Plus plastic surface, certified by FIBA and FIBA 3×3, ensuring a high-quality playing experience.

Handball

The handball court, also completed in 2021, provides a full-size Sport Court PowerGame Plus surface, with handball goals and balls available for use.

Volleyball

The volleyball court, built in 2021, offers a high-performance Sport Court PowerGame Plus surface. Additionally, the handball court can be adapted to accommodate two side-by-side volleyball courts.

Badminton

Badminton can be played at Jõulumäe, but as there is no permanent badminton court, players are asked to contact the center in advance to arrange a suitable playing area. Shuttles and rackets are available for rent at the main building.

Pickleball

Pickleball, a fun and social racket sport, is suitable for all ages. Originating in the 1960s in the USA, it combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, making it easy to learn and enjoyable from the very first game.

Pickleball is played with a perforated ball and a tennis-style net and can be played in singles or doubles format. It offers moderate physical activity, a great social experience, and an easy-to-learn structure. Equipment is available for rent at the main building.

Sports Court Guidelines

– Users must treat all sports equipment, inventory, and facilities responsibly. Any damage due to negligence must be compensated.
– Users are responsible for their own belongings.
– Smoking, alcohol, and other substances are prohibited on the courts.
– Bicycles, skateboards, rollerblades, and other vehicles are not allowed on the courts.
– Users must keep the courts and surrounding areas clean, and tidy up after use.