Epic Padel Inc. has successfully raised $4.5 million from investors to advance the growth of padel tennis in North America. The funds will be used to develop new padel clubs and invest in padel-related startups, aiming to make the sport more accessible across the continent.
Tim Bainton, Chief Operating Officer of Epic Padel, expressed his vision for the sport’s expansion, saying, “We have a total of 12 that are slated to open by the middle of next year in various states, and we have LOIs on an additional 50 sites.”
Despite initial plans to open 250 padel courts by the end of next year, the company has faced significant permitting delays. However, Bainton remains optimistic, stating, “At a bare minimum, we’ll have 100 courts open by the end of 2025.”
Epic Padel’s strategy includes developing hybrid clubs with both indoor and outdoor courts, often repurposing underutilized spaces like parking lots and parks. Bainton highlighted the company’s commitment to accessibility and sustainability, aiming to bring padel to fast-growing suburbs and untapped regions.
The investment will also support various padel club concepts, such as Padel39 in Austin, Texas, and BOND Life Club in New York City and Miami. With these initiatives, Epic Padel hopes to become the largest operator of padel clubs in North America and a key investor in the padel ecosystem.
