Rapid expansion of premium padel clubs thanks to local entrepreneurship
Amstelveen, 14 November 2025 Padel Mate, one of the fastest-growing padel organisations in the Netherlands, today officially announces the launch of its franchise concept in the Netherlands and Belgium. With this model, the company offers sports clubs, entrepreneurs, and investors the opportunity to open high-quality padel facilities under a strong, proven, and scalable brand.
Padel Mate currently operates several successful padel clubs, including its main location in Amstelveen, Grutterij, with 5 indoor and 4 outdoor courts. The Padel Mate brand is renowned for its premium club design, innovative digital systems, a strong focus on hospitality, and the creation of an engaged community.
The padel market is accelerating
Padel is Europe's fastest-growing sport, and the demand for quality padel locations continues to increase in both the Netherlands and Belgium. The sport is accessible, social, and appealing to a broad audience, from youth and families to companies and recreational athletes.
More and more organisations are exploring the possibilities of adding padel to their sports offerings, including:
- Tennis clubs that want to offer their members more versatility
- Fitness clubs looking for new sports experiences and community building
- Sports clubs such as hockey and football clubs looking to generate extra income and make better use of their facilities
- Standalone padel clubs that focus on full-time indoor or outdoor facilities
Franchise formula for rapid and sustainable growth
With the introduction of the franchise concept, Padel Mate makes it possible for local partners to open new padel clubs with full support from an experienced organisation.
The Padel Mate Franchise Concept offers, among other things:
- Turnkey guidance on site selection, design, construction, and permits
- Operational training and club management for a smooth start
- Marketing and activation tools for rapid member and revenue growth
- A fully digital platform for reservations, payments, and CRM
- Access to proven club models based on successful establishments
“With Padel Mate Franchise, we are giving entrepreneurs access to a concept that combines quality, hospitality, and efficiency.” says Gustavo Rota, founder of Padel Mate. “Our experience in operating padel clubs forms the basis of a scalable model that helps partners to grow quickly and sustainably.”
Call to entrepreneurs and sports clubs
Padel Mate invites interested entrepreneurs, tennis centres, fitness clubs, hockey and football clubs, and venue owners to explore the opportunities of the Padel Mate Franchise Concept.
“We're not just building padel clubs, we're building communities.” says Gustavo Rota. “With local franchise partners, we create high-quality clubs that bring people together and help the sport to grow.”
Padel Mate
Padel Mate is a growing padel organisation with multiple locations in the Netherlands. The brand distinguishes itself through high-quality facilities, a strong club atmosphere, and a focus on hospitality and community. With the introduction of the franchise concept, Padel Mate aims to become the most accessible and high-quality padel network in the Benelux.