Since opening its doors in November of 2024, TapNPaddles in Wichita, Kansas, has grown into a thriving club. The 36,000 sq. ft. facility houses 12 pro-level courts, 22 ft. ceilings, fully separated courts for a premium play experience, along with a restaurant and lounge that is home to players of all levels, ages and abilities….
Finding good talent can be difficult, and it is even more difficult with a brand-new industry like pickleball. As pickleball clubs launch and then expand to match demand for the new sport, many owners quickly realize that there isn’t a blueprint for hiring experienced pickleball staff, especially management. With 78 pickleball courts within six clubs…
From One Facility to Many: Rethinking How Pickleball Facilities Operate at Scale When David Sloane opened DINX Social Club in Highland Park, Illinois, he knew he had a winning concept. The courts were pristine, the lounge was inviting, and the community was eager to play. But like many new facility owners, he quickly ran into…
