Pickleball is addictive. Everyone knows someone or is that someone that is completely obsessed with the game. What a great addiction it is! The benefits of the game go beyond the physical as there is the mental, emotional and social aspect that become an important and integral part of a person’s lifestyle.   Let’s face it, it is hard to keep up with the demands of pickleball players. They seem to be constantly searching for ways level up their games, consuming pickleball tv daily, scrubbing the internet for tips and tricks, all while setting their sights on beatin ..read more

In the bustling environment of New York City, finding the time and the space to play recreational sports can be challenging. Court 16 is a pickleball club that offers indoor locations in downtown Brooklyn, Long Island City, and Manhattan- FiDi, providing members with continual access to the sport. There are lots of benefits surrounding an indoor space in big cities, but the prevailing advantage is that players can engage in pickleball regardless of the season. “New York City’s weather can be very unpredictable,” says Anthony Evrard, Co-Founder & CEO of Court 16. “Having an indoor club allo ..read more

 The Flying Pickle came to life in a partnership with Cushing Terrell, a multidisciplinary design team that focuses on providing systems and spaces that help people live their best lives. At its inception, “we were the core and shell designers for the industrial warehouse that would become the home of The Flying Pickle,” explains Josh Shiverick, Project Manager at Cushing Terrell. The overall design layout and construction process took about a year to complete. Starting the design in January 2023, the team finished it in a compressed schedule of eight weeks.  The first step in this p ..read more

It’s one thing to get players to become members at a club; but, maintaining member participation is something Pickleball Charlotte have actively strived for. In 2019, Owner Allan Haseley had the idea to open a club and formed partnerships that led to its establishment. Haseley believes that, “keeping the customer retention high comes from treating everyone like family.” The club works hard to ensure that people want to be there. There are multiple customer appreciation events, charity events, and social events held annually to establish connections among the players and staff. Finding the bala ..read more

Located just North of Austin, Texas, Pickleland plans on opening its doors in June of 2024. Boasting nine indoor courts, this brand new club has its sights set on creating the best experience possible for its players while retaining fair rates for its members. As we approach this club’s grand opening in the coming weeks, Alejandro Rioja, CEO and founder of Pickleland, gives us an inside scoop of the club’s origins, aims, and philospohy, including their plan to reach near max capacity before the first player even walks in the building. Pickleball Club Mag: Can you please give a brief descriptio ..read more

As the senior population in the United States continues to grow, pickleball clubs have a unique opportunity to tap into this expanding market. With 54.1 million adults aged 65 or older in 2019, comprising 16% of the American population, seniors are the fastest-growing demographic. This demographic shift presents pickleball clubs with new challenges and opportunities. Here are three strategies for pickleball clubs to capitalize on the burgeoning senior market: 1.    Tailored Programs and Classes: Seniors today are more active and eager to learn new activities than ever befor ..read more

A thriving pickleball club in Knoxville, TN has utilized unique tactics to transform curious strangers into loyal members. Established in 2020, the Pavilion of Pickleball has exploded in membership numbers and interest since its founding and now possesses over 1,000 active club members. Uniting the surrounding community and creating personal engagement in sports clubs are crucial steps to success, and are beneficial to the club and its members alike.  Lee Martin is the owner, player-manager, and a class instructor at the Pavilion of Pickleball. He boasts over 54 years of tennis experience ..read more

Having just recently opened in October 2023, Austin Pickle Ranch has been on a mission to “create a destination for pickleball enthusiasts while embracing the spirit of [Austin, Texas],” says Taylor Haley, VP of Marketing. The club has been fortunate in that the local pickleball community has embraced the new business by spreading the word both on and off the court. Additionally, the customer base has been further expanded using strategic digital marketing. Instagram serves as their main platform for member acquisition, and Haley says, “Our investment in high-quality photography and videograph ..read more

Hope College, located in Holland, Michigan, has a long list of student clubs and organizations from fly fishing, to outdoor adventure clubs, and more. Over the past year, the newly added pickleball club has gained traction within the student body, boasting an average of 50 students showing up weekly to participate in practices. Club President Nate Jobson says, “We encourage students to join through campus advertisements, like putting meetings in the weekly campus emails or on the TVs around the school. We also use Instagram to post events, and those will often get put up on other campus accoun ..read more

As the vision provided by Triple Crown Sports clarifies the shape of PickleCon 2024, there’s news about how club owners and directors in pickleball can take advantage of early access to this remarkable event, set for the Kansas City Convention Center from Aug. 8-11. TCS will position PickleCon 2024 as a unique experience in the sport, with more than 120 courts and 80-plus vendors taking their place at the Convention Center, in one of the most passionate hotbeds of pickleball. Built by consulting with players and brand ambassadors from around the world, PickleCon 2024 promises a convergence of ..read more