Conquer Padel Launches First U.S. Franchise Model for Padel

Conquer Padel is breaking new ground by establishing itself as the first US operator to deploy a franchise model for padel, the globally explosive sport now capturing imaginations across America. Riding a surge of interest, Conquer has rapidly signed its second regional franchisee in Orlando, building on its momentum from the newly opened flagship club in Tempe, AZ. This marks just the beginning, as 50 Conquer Padel clubs are envisioned nationwide within the next year, making the sport more accessible, social, and mainstream than ever.

Flagship Club: A Model for the Future

The flagship Tempe, Arizona, club is already earning raves as one of the nation’s finest padel venues. This state-of-the-art five-court facility integrates premium amenities—cold plunges, saunas, stretch spaces, grab-and-go food, and even soundproof office pods—turning each club into an all-day social and athletic hub. Community is core: open play, leagues, clinics, pro exhibitions, matches, and tournaments make Conquer clubs places for first-timers and seasoned players alike to connect, learn, and compete.

Florida Growth: The Orlando Franchise Group

The latest franchise group in Orlando is helmed by Matthew Sands, founder/president of utility contractor SanPik, and Justin Flynn, Director of Pickleball & Tennis at Eagle Harbor Tennis & Pickleball Club. The plan involves three clubs in Florida, with the Orlando debut anticipated for August 2026. As Sands recounted, “Conquer’s vision and expertise blew me away.” Justin Flynn added, “Padel today is right where pickleball was six or seven years ago—we want to be at the forefront.”

Northeast: Franchise Veterans Bring Padel Power

The very first Conquer Padel franchises were granted to Alex, Greg, and Robert Baker, former Planet Fitness leaders who now aim to develop up to 50 clubs, starting with four in the Northeast. “It felt like joining a family,” said Alex Baker, while Greg Baker highlighted the “sophistication Conquer brought to operations and technology” as a catalyst for their investment. The Bakers are leveraging their extensive experience in multi-unit operations to set a new operational standard for franchise sports clubs nationwide.

National Tour: Padel on the Move

To supercharge grassroots adoption, Conquer is launching the Conquer Padel Tour: a pop-up activation series at high-profile destinations in cities including Los Angeles, New York City, Austin, and Orlando. Supported by industry leaders including Siux, Playtomic, Instant Padel, and Celsius, these events will introduce new players, offer open play, clinics, pro exhibitions, and charity tournaments—and have already netted sold-out crowds and new memberships in Tempe.

Utah Expansion: Silicon Slopes Club

Conquer is also moving west, with permits and a 10-year lease secured for a flagship, 30,000-square-foot, seven-court club in Lehi, Utah, the heart of Silicon Slopes and Utah’s tech boom. Like its other clubs, this signature venue will spotlight premium amenities and is set to open Q1 2026, expanding Padel’s reach into the mountain states.

Industry Impact & Investment

Padel’s growth statistics are staggering: over 1,500 pickleball franchise units have been awarded in the U.S., and padel is poised to rival this momentum—U.S. clubs have grown from 50 courts in 2021 to over 650 by 2025, with projections of up to 15,000 courts by 2029. Conquer Padel offers a turnkey franchise opportunity with corporate support in site selection, design, operations, and marketing, making it the choice brand for entrepreneurs keen to ride the booming racquet-sports wave.

Leadership and Strategic Partnerships

Steered by franchise sector veteran Barry Falcon, and operating across North America and Mexico, Conquer Padel is uniquely placed to fuel and guide the sport’s U.S. surge. A private placement offering of $14 million is now available for investors interested in a piece of the next big racquet sport movement in America.

Franchise Model & Market Strategy

Franchisees—regardless of prior racquet-sports experience- can benefit from Conquer’s support in recruitment, club management, and community-building. With minimal direct competition and multiple revenue streams (court rentals, coaching, food/drink, retail), the Conquer model promises sustainable returns and national impact, perfectly suited for multi-unit investors looking for a scalable, community-focused growth opportunity.

Why Now?

With padel booming in Europe and Latin America, boasting 30+ million global players and new clubs opening every 2.5 hours worldwide, Conquer is tapping into enormous U.S. market potential: a fresh demographic, premium experience, and an untapped fitness, corporate, and leisure audience.

Join the Movement

To learn more about Conquer Padel, explore franchise or investment opportunities, or discover upcoming tour events, visit conquerfranchise.com, conquerpadel.com/invest, or follow the latest updates on Instagram and LinkedIn.