Pickleball Getaways launches Vietnam retreat featuring Dekel Bar coaching

Pickleball Getaways announced a new weeklong retreat in Vietnam, scheduled for Feb 24-Mar 3, 2026, centered at the New World Hoiana Beach Resort. The trip combines more than nine hours of instruction and play with pro exhibitions, skill-based meetups, cultural excursions, and on-site coaching from co-founder Dekel Bar.

The resort offers eight permanent courts split evenly between indoor and outdoor play, which gives organizers, and players, flexibility for drills and match play regardless of weather. Programming is built around skill-based groupings, so players will spend focused court time in sessions tailored to experience level, plus demonstrations and social play that highlight strategy, court positioning, and teamwork.

Beyond the on-court schedule, the retreat blends local culture and downtime with pickleball. Organized excursions and resort amenities mean partners or non-playing companions can have a complementary vacation experience while players hit the courts. For attendees aiming to sharpen specific elements, transition game, third-shot drops, or serve consistency, the combination of pro coaching and extended court hours creates an intensive practice block that transfers more cleanly into local league play.

This Vietnam outing marks Pickleball Getaways’ first major expansion into Asia and broadens an already active roster of destination pickleball vacations. For regional players, the presence of a professional-level program on Asian soil reduces travel friction and brings high-quality instruction closer to home. For travelers from North America and elsewhere, the trip offers a concentrated week of court time and networking with other players and pros in a resort setting.

Logistics remain straightforward for a destination retreat: plan for the weeklong schedule, factor in travel and recovery days, and reserve a spot early because capacity is limited by available court time and coaching ratios. The mix of indoor courts and evening exhibitions also makes this an attractive option for players who need consistent practice windows and opportunities to test skills under match conditions.

The takeaway? If you want a high-volume, coach-forward week that mixes drills with beachside downtime, this Vietnam retreat rewards focused practice and social play, book sooner rather than later, tune your feet and paddle before you go, and use the skill-based meetups to target the specific shots you want to improve. Our two cents? Treat it like a training camp with perks: pack smart, sleep well, and make the most of every court session.