# How long can we warm up before starting a match?

**Category:** Access & Queueing
**Verified:** 2026-05-31
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## Quick answer

Maximum 5 minutes of warm-up.

## Detailed answer

When players are waiting, court etiquette dictates that warm-ups be kept to a maximum of 5 minutes before starting game scoring to ensure fair turnaround.

## Related

- https://culvercitypickleballcourts.com/knowledge/doubles-play-limits