A Tactical Whiteboard Built for Pickleball
Plan stacking rotations, diagram kitchen strategies, and share plays with your partner - on an authentic pickleball court with NVZ markings. Free.
Pickleball Strategy Is Hard to Explain With Words
Every pickleball player knows the pain. Court Canvas solves it.
Stacking Strategy
Explain complex stacking rotations visually instead of shouting across the court.
Kitchen Line Positioning
Show exactly where to stand at the NVZ line and when to move forward.
Dinking Patterns
Map out cross-court dink sequences, resets, and speed-up opportunities.
Transition Zone Play
Diagram the no-man's-land approach - when to split-step, when to drive.
Partner Communication
Pre-plan who takes the middle, switching rules, and poach signals.
Stop explaining. Start diagramming.
Open Court Canvas →Built for Pickleball, Not Adapted From Tennis
Every feature is designed around the unique needs of pickleball players and coaches.
Authentic Pickleball Court
Full NVZ/kitchen markings, baseline, sidelines, and centerline - not a tennis court resized.
Drag-and-Drop Players
Position all 4 players anywhere on court. Color-coded teams with labels.
Drawing Tools
Shot arrows, movement lines, and zones. Diagram any play in seconds.
Share & Export
Export as PNG or animated GIF. Share plays via link - no app install needed.
Singles & Doubles
Switch between 2 and 4 player modes instantly. Drag players anywhere on court.
Courtside Ready
Mobile-first design. Pull it up between games on your phone - works offline.
What you get today
Court Canvas is new. Rather than quote reviews we haven't earned yet, here is exactly what the app does the moment you open it.
A real pickleball court
Kitchen lines, service boxes, and the right proportions — not a tennis court squeezed down.
Free, no signup
Open it and draw. No account, no email, no trial countdown.
Nothing leaves your phone
Plays are stored on your own device. A play is only shared when you send the link yourself.
Why Court Canvas for Pickleball?
Generic whiteboards don't have a kitchen line. We do.
Simple Pricing
Free on the web. Pro is one purchase inside the iOS app, not a subscription.
Free
- ✓ Pickleball court with NVZ
- ✓ Drag-and-drop players
- ✓ Drawing tools
- ✓ PNG and animated GIF export
- ✓ Singles & doubles
- ✓ No signup required
Pro
Pay once, keep forever
- ✓ Everything in Free
- ✓ Unlimited saved plays
- ✓ Watermark-free PNG and GIF exports
- ✓ Every court theme, on iPhone and iPad
Pro is an in-app purchase. The download itself is free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Court Canvas really free for pickleball?
Yes! The free tier includes unlimited pickleball courts, player positioning, drawing tools, and PNG export. No signup, no credit card.
Does the court have accurate NVZ/kitchen lines?
Absolutely. Our pickleball court is regulation-accurate with the 7-foot non-volley zone (kitchen) on both sides, centerline, baselines, and sidelines.
Can I diagram stacking rotations?
Yes - drag players to any position, draw movement arrows for rotations, and use the animation feature to show the sequence step by step.
Is Court Canvas free?
Yes. Court Canvas is free with no signup. A one-time $4.99 Pro purchase removes the watermark and lifts the 5-play limit.
Does it work on my phone?
Court Canvas is mobile-first. It works on any modern phone, tablet, or computer browser - no app install required. It even works offline.
Is there an iPhone app?
Yes. Court Canvas is on the App Store for iPhone, iPad and Mac, and it is free to download. The iOS version adds animated playback you can record and text to your partner, plus seven court themes. Pro is a one-time $4.99 in-app purchase.
Can I share plays with my partner?
Yes! Export as PNG or animated GIF, or share a direct link. Your partner can view it without creating an account.
Pickleball tactics, written down
Two guides worth reading before your next game.
Pickleball Kitchen Strategy: Dominating the Non-Volley Zone
Master pickleball kitchen strategy with dinking tactics, positioning tips, and NVZ rules. Learn how to dominate the non-volley zone and win more points.
10 min read
5 Pickleball Formations That Will Transform Your Doubles Game
Five essential pickleball formations for doubles, from stacking to switching to the aggressive tandem, and when to use each one.
11 min read
Ready to Draw Your Next Point?
The board opens in a browser with nothing to sign up for. If you want it in your pocket, it is on the App Store too.
Launch Court Canvas