About Hawaii Pickleball Magazine: Celebrating Community, Passion, and the Aloha Spirit

Our Story: How Pickleball QUICKLY TOOK HOLD AND BECAME A near-INSTANT ADDICTION

The story is all-too-familiar. Like many of you, I started playing pickleball on a whim—just for fun, and mostly to get some exercise. But within months, I went through all the Stages of Pickleball Obsession (you know the ones!), and suddenly, I was hooked.

Who knew that a sport played on a mini tennis court with a small paddle and a wiffle ball could be this addictive, competitive, and fun?

Once you start, you just want to play every single day. It doesn’t matter if you’re an athlete, a total beginner, a senior, or a kid. The game is easy to pick up, yet challenging enough to keep even the most competitive players engaged.

Why We Love Pickleball (And You Do Too!)

At its core, pickleball is about people.

✔ The ones who invite you to play—even when you’ve never picked up a paddle.
✔ The ones who cheer you on, even when you swing and miss (badly).
✔ The ones who arrive early to set up the nets, who give tips, share paddles, and make sure everyone feels welcome.
✔ The ones who smile and say “no worries” when your kid accidentally launches five pickleballs onto the roof at Ala Moana courts.

Pickleball is more than a sport. It’s a culture, a community, and a way of life.

Our Core Values: Aloha, Inclusivity & Kaizen

At Hawaii Pickleball Magazine, we’re guided by three core values:

🌺 Aloha – More than just a word, aloha is the heart of our community. We play with kindness, respect, and gratitude for the game and each other.

🤝 Inclusivity – Pickleball is for everyone, and we are committed to growing the sport in a way that welcomes all players, no matter their background, experience, or skill level.

📈 Kaizen (Continuous Improvement) – Whether it’s on the court or in life, we believe in always learning, always growing, and always striving to be better—both as players and as people.

Our Mission: Sharing Stories, Celebrating Players, and Being Aloha on the Courts

At Hawaii Pickleball Magazine, we’re here to:
🤩 Celebrate local players—the everyday heroes and leaders at your neighborhood courts.
✨ Share stories that inspire and connect our growing pickleball community.
🏓 Bring you the latest trends, tips, and resources to help you level up your game and live your best pickleball life.

Whether you’re a seasoned player or just getting started, we’re here to grow the game with aloha—and we’d love for you to be part of the journey.

📍 See you on the courts!