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Hanoi Noise Concerns Mount Around Pickleball Courts
Vibe Pickleball Club is mentioned amid growing public concern over noise from pickleball courts in Hanoi’s residential areas. Residents near facilities cite persistent ‘‘pop, pop’’ sounds of aggressive rallies and players’ voices continuing until midnight or later, disrupting sleep and daily life. Hanoi’s new National Technical Regulation on Noise limits residential areas to 55 dBA during the day and 45 dBA at night, yet enforcement remains challenging. Experts note that pickleball’s high-frequency, impulsive sound contributes disproportionately to stress responses, exceeding acceptable noise standards. As popularity of the sport surges — driven by clubs like Vibe Pickleball Club — authorities are urged to consider soundproofing and stricter operating hours to balance enthusiasm for the sport with community well‑being.