In The Kitchen
The Power of a Warm Welcome: Front Desk Excellence
A successful pickleball club isn’t just about the courts and paddles. It’s also about the experience. And a big part of that experience is the front desk.
Afterall, first impressions are everything, and the front desk is the first thing that members experience when they walk through a club’s doors. Research continually shows that a good first impression of a business will lead to increased customer satisfaction, loyalty, and positive word-of-mouth recommendations. In fact, 72% of customers will generally tell six or more people if they are having a satisfying experience with a business.
Small Town, Big Impact: Fostering a Thriving Pickleball Community at Ridgway Pickleball Club
For the third consecutive year, pickleball has claimed the title of America’s fastest-growing sport, with participation having grown an average of 223.5% over the last 3 years.
It’s clear that the demand for pickleball is here, but how can club owners keep members happy enough to keep coming back? According to experts in the field, the key is community.
A strong foundation is crucial for any successful pickleball club. By creating a welcoming environment, organizing social events, and fostering a sense of community, you can attract and retain members.
How Eastside Paddle Builds Community and Breaks Aesthetic Barriers
Eastside Paddle Club in Austin, Texas is providing a fresh approach to pickleball. Its dynamic community and intentional approach to aesthetics make the Eastside experience one of a kind. Eastside Paddle is an “exclusive community dedicated to providing the ultimate pickleball experience.” The owners at Eastside Paddle are building an exciting community around a high-quality…
The Nov/Dec 2024 Issue Is Here!
Click here to view the issue: https://www.bluetoad.com/publication/?i=836902 We’re so excited to share this new issue of Pickleball Club Magazine with you! This is our one year anniversary of publishing the magazine. This one is a good one too….it’s packed with stories that highlight the incredible energy, creativity, and community spirit fueling pickleball clubs everywhere. Whether…
How the CCPC is Promoting Youth/Family Pickleball in the “Cereal Capital of the World”
Battle Creek, Michigan is the cereal capital of the world and home to the Cereal City Pickleball Club. Cereal City Pickleball is a non-profit club “dedicated to organizing and promoting pickleball in the Battle Creek area.” The founding members started the CCPC in hopes of forming a competitive pickleball community with diverse programming options like lessons, tournaments, and community outreach events. The CCPC has a mission to “enhance the health and welfare of the general public by encouraging, organizing, and promoting the development and growth of pickleball.” The folks at the CCPC are fulfilling their mission through programs like the CPCC grant program which provides pickleball equipment and instruction for various local communities.
Indiana University Pickleball: Patience Pays Off
College pickleball has exploded over the past three years, and its explosion is a microcosm of the explosion of pickleball as a whole. The Indiana University Pickleball Club stands as an excellent example of the stirrings happening at the college level. Indiana University is a very large college with almost 50,000 undergraduates, yet three years ago, students wouldn’t have been able to find a club on campus. Fast forward to the present. IU Pickleball has hundreds of members, recreational and competitive play, and is currently ranked ninth overall on DUPR.