People are at the heart of every organization. From the smiling face that greets customers upon entrance to the maintenance staff that waits for the last customer to leave at night. While finding and hiring employees can be a challenge for any business, we’re here to make it easier and help keep your club running efficiently and your members happy.
You love pickleball. Everyone you know loves pickleball. Your community really wants/need more places to play. So why not open a pickleball facility?
Pickleball has exploded in popularity, creating exciting opportunities for entrepreneurs to open dedicated pickleball facilities. Whether you’re launching a standalone pickleball club or a multi-sport facility with additional entertainment options (or “EATertainment”), the journey involves careful planning, brand building, and operational setup. This guide will help you evaluate your options, develop a business plan, and execute on opening a thriving pickleball facility.
The holidays are here, and pickleball fans are out on the courts, making memories and (let’s be honest) probably hinting about what’s on their wish lists. For shops and clubs, it’s the perfect time to spotlight giftable gear that players will actually use—whether they’re seasoned players or newbies discovering the game. Stocking up on these small but essential accessories can make holiday shopping easier for your customers and help them find that perfect pickleball surprise.
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…
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.
Pictona, a world-class pickleball complex located in Daytona Beach, Florida, is creating waves at the “World’s Most Famous Beach”. In this interview, we sit down with Mark Shaw of Pictona to hear about the journey of this club’s founders, Rainer and Julie Martens, and how their love for the sport evolved into a multi-million-dollar facility. From its origins as an idea to alleviate crowded courts, Pictona has grown into a 15-acre campus with 49 courts, a 1,200-seat stadium, and various recreational amenities. Shaw shares insights into the Martens’ dedication, the challenges and triumphs of developing Pictona, and the unique position it holds within the Daytona Beach area as a top-tier pickleball venue that attracts both local members and global visitors.
