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NEW Clubs

Regardless of what stage you are in planning a new Padel club, the USA Padel wants to support you. The USA Padel encourages all current and new Padel clubs to join the association to grow together. To learn about USA Padel club membership, view the club membership page here. 

If your club is in the pre construction planning phase then we recommend you read the Padel Courts. Installation & Maintenance Manual 2025 thoroughly. The USA Padel has partnered with the American Sports Builders Association to produce this comprehensive guide, and it is available for purchase on the ASBA website. 

Below, there is an extensive list of frequently asked questions related to new clubs and the USA Padel; we recommend you read them all, and if you have additional questions, contact the USA Padel via email.

If you are interested in hosting USA Padel Tournaments, please review the Tournament Directors page in the Competition section of the USA Padel website.

Manufacturers

Supporting the USA Padel

The best way to support the USA Padel is to become a member!

If you would like to donate to the USA Padel, use the Donate button in the header. The USA Padel is a 501(c)3 registered charity and can provide a tax-deductible receipt.

For large donations with a specific intent, please contact info@padelusa.org 

For potential brand sponsorships and partnerships, please submit a detailed proposal to info@padelusa.org.

Padel Clubs and Facilities

Check out the list of USA Padel Clubs on this website.

Only USA Padel member clubs are featured on the USA Padel website, please purchase your USA Padel Club Membership on the membership tab complete this form

Starting A New Club

  • Become familiar with safety regulations, local permits, insurance requirements, and specific padel court specifications.
  • The USA Padel strongly recommends that you only work with a court manufacturer that provides courts that adhere to the FIP Standards of Play, located here.
  • The USA Padel also recommends selecting a court builder or installation company that is bonded, licensed, insured, and legally able to work in the USA as a licensed contractor. Additionally, you can check out the USA Padel Endorsed Court Manufacturers—trusted partners who meet these standards—here.
  • Explore various funding options (loans, investments, etc.) to secure the necessary capital.
  • Join the USA Padel as a member club for benefits like tournament hosting and club visibility.

Please note: The USA Padel does not offer direct assistance with construction; however, we have USA Padel Endorsed Court Manufacturers that you can explore here.

Funding and Insurance

The USA Padel does not directly provide funding. You may explore these options:

  • Personal savings and loans
  • Private or public investments
  • Partnerships
  • Sponsorships

Yes, insurance for your club is essential. The USA Padel cannot provide specific insurance guidance. It’s recommended to contact an insurance broker. If you’re having trouble finding a carrier, other clubs have had success with Dustin Decker at dustin.decker@rednilbrokers.com.

Tournaments and Affiliations

Yes! To host USA Padel-sanctioned tournaments:

  • Become a USA Padel Member and USA Padel Member Club
  • Learn about the tournament bidding process, under the Competition tab of the USA Padel website.

Benefits are:

  • Opportunity to host USA Padel tournaments
  • Increased club visibility by being listed on the USA Padel website
  • Potential for future membership benefits

Yes, there is a USA Padel membership fee for clubs and individuals.

The USA Padel’s primary focus is not on product distribution or retail. Our main areas are:

  • National rankings
  • National teams
  • USA Padel tournaments
  • Initiatives supporting industry growth


For potential brand sponsorships and partnerships, please submit a detailed proposal to info@padelusa.org

You may only use the USA Padel logo when promoting a USA Padel tournament hosted at your club. For other instances, please contact the USA Padel for approval at info@padelusa.org.

Padel Coaching and Certifications

  •  The USA Padel partners with the Padel MBA which offer excellent education programs.

Padel Growth and Popularity

  • Padel is experiencing a remarkable surge in popularity worldwide. Here are some key indicators of its growth in the USA:

    • USA Padel Membership: Membership has grown exponentially from 325 members in 2021 to 1750 members in 2023, and over 2500 members in 2024. The USA Padel estimates that the number of members represents 5% of the total number of Padel players in the USA.
    • Padel Clubs: The number of USA Padel-registered clubs is expanding rapidly, from 30 in 2022, 70 in 2023, and now over 100.
    • Tournaments: USA Padel-hosted tournaments have increased significantly – from 15 in 2022, 45 in 2023, 75 in 2024.


Additional Resources:

Consider researching research resources like the Deloitte and Playtomic Report for further insights.

Staying Connected

To stay updated:

Working in Padel in the USA

The USA Padel doesn’t directly offer job placements or employ any coaches. We recommend you check out USPA Clubs pages on this website and contact them directly about potential employment opportunities or other Padel-related job boards such as:

RSPA
PTR
Court Sports Coaches
Pro Tennis Jobs
Sports Pros Connect

For any specific questions, we recommend you consult with an immigration attorney.

Below is a very general overview of the process.

  • Secure employment: Find a padel club in the USA willing to sponsor your visa.
  • Consult an immigration attorney: An attorney is essential to determine the best visa option for you and guide you through the application process.
  • The USA Padel’s role (if needed): If you have an attorney and a visa sponsor, we may be able to provide an advisory letter in support of your application.

The USA Padel does not directly sponsor visas. However, if you have secured employment with a sponsor and have an immigration attorney, we may be able to provide an advisory letter to support your visa application. This will depend on your qualifications.

USA Padel Membership

Renew your membership on the Membership button on the USA Padel site. 

If your membership expires before September 1st, 2024, you will need to create a new profile.

Contact info@padelusa.org directly with a screenshot of the issue

You must register on the USA Padel TMS if you continue to have technical difficulties:

  • Contact USA Padel TMS support immediately on the tournament website.
  • Contact the tournament director. They can manually enter you, but they must enter you under the name that matches your WPR profile and USA Padel membership email to avoid ranking issues.

Rankings

Under the Competition tab of the USA Padel website.

If you see any discrepancies, please email info@padelusa.org with a screenshot from the tournament showing the error and contact the tournament director so they can fix the error if it is a tournament error.

Please check the ranking list and the tournament results sheets prior to contacting the USA Padel. 

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