Pickleball Phenomenon | Vietnam Explained

11/09/2026
14:55

A few years ago, hardly anyone in Vietnam had even heard of pickleball. Today, courts are packed from dawn until late into the evening. Sports clubs are adding new facilities, social media is flooded with pickleball videos, and people of all ages are picking up a paddle and giving it a go. So what's behind pickleball's explosive popularity, and why has it spread across Vietnam so quickly?

Bai Choi - A living heritage game | Heritage Journey

Bai Choi - A living heritage game | Heritage Journey

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Bai Choi (Vietnamese cultural heritage card game) is a folk game, but also a form of traditional performance, combining music, poetry, acting and direct interaction with the community.

In search of melodies | Vietnam at a Glance

In search of melodies | Vietnam at a Glance

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Discover the poetic sounds woven into Vietnam’s cultural landscape! In this episode, our hosts head to the renowned Bá Dương Nội Kite Village to craft traditional flute kites alongside artisan Nguyễn Hữu Khiêm. From the sky to modern city streets, witness how artists Cao Thanh Lan and Gregor Siedl reimagine kite flutes into international contemporary art through projects like "Âm và Âm" and Sound Ride.

Danang Biodiversity City | Vibes of Vietnam

Danang Biodiversity City | Vibes of Vietnam

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From lush forests and pristine coastlines to vibrant coral reefs and rare wildlife, Danang is home to remarkable natural diversity. As people and nature continue to live in harmony, protecting these precious ecosystems remains key to the city’s sustainable future.

The green shades of Nha Phu | The Rhythms of Vietnam

The green shades of Nha Phu | The Rhythms of Vietnam

Culture & Tourism 02:46

Nha Phu is one of the most famous bays in Khanh Hoa Province. Its natural landscape is diverse, with the sea, islands, mountains, and mangrove forests.

Reunification train through Vietnam | Discovery

Reunification train through Vietnam | Discovery

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Running from north to south, Vietnam’s Reunification train offers a unique way to experience the country’s landscapes, cities and culture.

Pickleball Phenomenon | Vietnam Explained

Pickleball Phenomenon | Vietnam Explained

Culture & Tourism 14:55

A few years ago, hardly anyone in Vietnam had even heard of pickleball. Today, courts are packed from dawn until late into the evening. Sports clubs are adding new facilities, social media is flooded with pickleball videos, and people of all ages are picking up a paddle and giving it a go. So what's behind pickleball's explosive popularity, and why has it spread across Vietnam so quickly?