10 Smart Steps to Launch a Successful Padel Club Opening a padel club is a dream for many—but to make it sustainable and profitable, there’s one place you must start: Everything starts with understanding the business model and building a solid financial plan. Before you think about construction or branding, answer this: Once you’ve nailed…
Why the Court is the New Connection Point for Singles, Couples, and the Newly Single In recent years, pádel has rapidly emerged as one of the world’s fastest-growing sports. With its easy-to-learn format, social gameplay, and relaxed atmosphere, pádel has won the hearts of millions. But there’s something else happening on the courts—something no one…
Padel, the fast-paced racket sport taking the world by storm, is making a serious play for the American market—and investors are taking notice. The Pro Padel League (PPL), North America’s first professional padel league, has raised $10 million in seed funding from a group that includes Left Lane Capital, Kactus Capital, entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk, and…
By Atte Suominen – Founder & CEO at PADEL1969Inspired by the thinking of Benjamin Graham’s The Intelligent Investor Benjamin Graham’s The Intelligent Investor is hailed as the bible of value investing. Warren Buffett calls it “by far the best book on investing ever written.” The book’s timeless principles are not just for stock market enthusiasts—they…
By Atte Suominen – Founder & CEO at PADEL1969Inspired by the thinking of Peter Thiel, author of “Zero to One” When Peter Thiel wrote Zero to One, he wasn’t just giving startup advice—he was laying down a blueprint for how to create lasting monopolies by doing something fundamentally different. In his world, going from zero…
Padel is not just about powerful smashes and precise volleys—it’s a game of strategy, patience, and psychological warfare. If you want to gain the upper hand, you need to do more than just hit the ball well. You need to manipulate your opponent into making mistakes and playing into your strengths. Here’s how you can…
Jim Collins’ book Good to Great explores why some companies excel while others remain mediocre. By applying its principles, padel club owners can build a benchmark club that stands out in a competitive market. Here’s how Collins’ key concepts can help create an exceptional padel club. 1. Level 5 Leadership: Humble Yet Driven Leadership Great…
Mastering Padel: A Guide for Players Based on Robert Greene’s 48 Laws of Power Padel is a fast-paced sport that requires a combination of athleticism, strategy, and mental toughness. As in any competitive environment, mastering the mental and tactical aspects of the game is just as important as physical skill. Robert Greene’s 48 Laws of…
Padel is more than just a sport—it’s a thriving social experience that brings people together. To build a successful padel club and foster an engaged community, it’s crucial to tap into different forms of intelligence. By integrating multiple intelligences into club management, operations, and member engagement, clubs can maximize success, creating spaces where people want…
Using happiness for others’ success as motivation can make you a stronger player mentally and skill-wise. Here’s how to channel it: Turn Admiration into Inspiration Instead of feeling envious, study what makes them successful. What habits, strategies, or mindset do they have that you can adopt? Use Their Success as Proof If they can do…
