As one of the fastest-growing sports globally, padel is gaining serious momentum across the United States. While pickleball continues to dominate headlines, padel is quietly expanding — especially in urban centers and high-income residential areas that seek premium sports experiences.
From the East Coast to California, and throughout the Sun Belt, the U.S. padel court boom is opening new opportunities for investors, club owners, and developers looking to enter the next wave of racquet sports.
Padel hotspots in the USA: Where growth is accelerating
Several U.S. cities are emerging as top padel hotspots, fueled by favorable climates, fitness-driven demographics, and increased investment in sports and wellness infrastructure.
1. Miami, Florida
A leading market for luxury padel clubs, thanks to its year-round warm weather, international population, and established tennis culture.
✔️ Strong ties to Latin American investors and players already familiar with padel.
✔️ Growing private club scene.
2. Los Angeles, California
LA’s wellness-oriented neighborhoods like Santa Monica, West Hollywood, and Venice are seeing a rise in demand.
✔️ Excellent outdoor conditions year-round.
✔️ Existing pickleball and tennis venues now exploring padel as a premium alternative.
3. New York City
Indoor padel clubs are expanding across Brooklyn and outer boroughs, adapted to the city’s colder seasons.
✔️ High-income, high-density audience open to boutique fitness formats.
✔️ Demand for social, urban sports experiences is driving private investment.
4. Austin & Dallas, Texas
Texas cities are quickly becoming padel hubs, especially in affluent areas like Lake Travis (Austin) and Highland Park (Dallas).
✔️ Private developers and fitness clubs are integrating padel courts into new facilities.
✔️ A strong culture of country clubs and active communities fuels adoption.
4. Scottsdale & Phoenix, Arizona
Dry desert conditions and a growing population of active retirees and second-home owners are shaping this market.
✔️ Indoor padel courts offer climate-controlled play year-round.
✔️ Increasing interest from real estate and hotel developers in resort-style padel facilities.
Why the U.S. padel market is booming
According to data from the United States Padel Association and industry insights, the U.S. padel market is set to grow by 400% over the next 5 years, with more than 300 new padel courts expected by 2026.
Key drivers of this expansion:
✔️ Demand for premium racquet sports experiences
✔️ Cross-over from tennis, pickleball, and fitness communities
✔️ Interest from real estate and hospitality sectors
✔️ Indoor padel solutions suitable for cold or hot climate
Portico Sport: Padel court construction across the U.S.
With more than 4,000 courts installed in 40+ countries, Portico Sport brings European expertise to the American padel boom.
We deliver turnkey padel court solutions adapted to the unique climates, codes, and logistical needs of the U.S. market:
✔️ U.S.-based project managers and technical advisors
✔️ Custom-built courts for both indoor and outdoor locations
✔️ Structures engineered for hurricanes, snow loads, and heat
✔️ Experience in clubs, resorts, private homes, and residential communities
Whether you’re building a boutique court in Miami or a padel club complex in Austin, Portico Sport supports your project from design to delivery.
A strategic opportunity for builders, investors, and clubs
The intersection of wellness, real estate, and sport makes padel a smart addition to mixed-use developments, fitness centers, and resort-style communities.
Cities like New York, LA, and Miami are not only driving early adoption — they are setting the tone for future nationwide growth. As awareness spreads, we expect to see:
✔ Expansion into secondary markets (e.g., Denver, Charlotte, Nashville)
✔ Increased demand for covered courts and night-play lighting systems
✔ Crossovers with pickleball clubs looking to expand offerings
For investors, builders, and developers, getting in early means gaining long-term positioning in what many are calling «the next big racquet sport» in the U.S.
Bring padel to your city with Portico Sport
From California to Florida, Portico Sport is actively supporting new padel court installations across the United States — with teams on the ground and global logistics optimized for your timeline and budget.
📩 Get in touch with our U.S. team to receive a free custom court plan and learn how we can help launch your next racquet sport project.
