Business plan for a padel court: what it is and how to do it

In this article you will discover:

• What is a business plan
• The factors to consider in a business plan for a padel court
• Italgreen's offering for your padel court
• An example of a business plan for padel court

Opening one or more padel courts can be a really winning idea. In recent times, in fact, the sport has gained increasing popularity, becoming a new business opportunity for many.

It is good to remember, however, that as with all business opportunities you need to start with a business plan for your padel court that considers all the determining factors in the success of the business.

What is a business plan

A business plan is a document detailing a business idea. It is the starting point from which the project comes to life and the guide with all the references to be followed during implementation.

Thanks to the business plan, it is possible to identify and analyze the various factors of risk or success of the project in the long run and subject the entire project to a feasibility analysis. In addition to being a reference point for entrepreneurial management, it is also an excellent means of presenting your business idea to potential investors or lenders.

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Making a business plan for a padel court: what factors to consider

So, drafting a business to make a padel court is essential. But what are the factors to consider? Let's look at them below.

The target audience

Th etarget audience is one's target audience. In order to identify the target audience for one's padel court, it is therefore useful to ask oneself: who will be the users of the court? to whom do I want to address my offer? There will, in fact, be differences to take into account if the field will be used, for example, by amateur players rather than professionals who train frequently.

The market

Correctly identifying your target market is another of the key steps. Wondering how big the local market is, how many people will be able to come and play at your padel court, and whether there will be enough of them to make a lasting business are necessary questions that cannot be overlooked in the creation of the business plan.

Competition

Knowing your competition allows you to have a lot of useful information and find out how to go about getting a successful business. In this regard, it is important to find out if there are other padel courts in your area or if there are other sports fields that could attract your potential clientele.

The costs of installation and maintenance

Opening a padel court certainly involves several costs including installation and maintenance costs. These include, for example, those for electricity,water, cleaning and maintenance of the court (by the way: did you know that with Italgreen padel courts, maintenance costs are very low?).

Having an idea of the magnitude of these costs allows you to understand whether and can be covered in the long run.

Estimated revenues

Finally, in the business plan it is good to consider an estimate of the revenue expected to be earned. In reference to this it may be useful to consider that, for the same area occupied, a padel court has higher returns than a tennis or soccer court.

In the same area occupied by a soccer or tennis court, where 10 and 2 players play, respectively, 3 padel courts can be made-having the appropriate contiguous space available, thus accommodating 12 players. Compared with the typical takings of a soccer field (€70/75 per 90min) and tennis court (€25/30 per 90min), the padel court can thus bring in more revenue, between €120 and €180 per 90 minutes of play.

In addition, one should not forget the possibility of selling or renting equipment and other merchandise related to the sport of padel: players are often well disposed to the purchase of paddles, balls, or specialized sportswear.

Finally, there is no shortage of possible income from bar and catering services.

Italgreen, from business plan to turnkey padel court construction

For a fruitful and secure business idea, it is crucial to turn to an experienced and quality partner like Italgreen, which has been a leader in building state-of-the-art sports facilities for more than 30 years. Choosing Italgreen for the construction of your padel court means concrete help and benefits for a solid and profitable business.

We guarantee you padel courts not subject to deterioration over time. In fact, Italgreen has chosen to make the structures of the courts from fiberglass. This is a material that has numerous advantages, among them fire and UV resistance, anti-abrasion and anti-corrosion, rust resistance, electrical insulation, and maintenance-free.

In this way, all maintenance costs are virtually eliminated, with a totally positive impact on your business.

Attention to quality is also found in Italgreen's synthetic turf, which has designed two synthetic turfs specifically for padel courts: 12 Padel Pro and 14 Padel.

Here, too, the maintenance required is almost zero: it will have to be carried out according to calendared schedules, so that your playing surface is always at the top of its potential, while maximizing the players' performance.

Business plan for padel court: here is an example

The integration of padel activity within one's business offerings can be done in different ways. The important thing is to consider well all the factors useful for calculating income and expenses and, not to be forgotten, the specifics of one's business.

In general, the business model for a padel court can be based on selling hours of play. This implies that the padel court is rented to users at an hourly rate. The hourly rate can vary depending on several factors, such as time of day, day of the week, and length of reservation. During peak hours, for example, when demand is highest, the price may be slightly higher than during off-peak hours. This maximizes revenue and exploits the full potential of the camp. In addition, to incentivize user participation and loyalty, monthly or annual packages or subscriptions could be offered, with discounted rates for those who wish to book hours on a regular basis.

To further increase revenue, the padel court could offer additional services:

• Rental of equipment such as paddles and balls for those who do not own any or prefer to try them out before purchasing them;
• Training courses for beginners, taught by qualified instructors, in order to attract new players and enable them to learn basic padel techniques;
• Amateur tournaments or special events, such as theme nights or exhibition matches with professional players.

Events of this kind could charge a participation fee, which would thus contribute to the camp's revenue.

But there are additional possible options for a business plan for padel camp. The camp could tap retail potential by offering padel-related products.

It could have a small in-house store selling paddles, balls, sportswear, and various padel accessories. This not only adds a revenue opportunity, but also provides a convenient way for users to purchase what they need directly on site.

In conclusion, a solid business model for a padel court can be based on multiple activities and initiatives.

With careful planning and promotion, along with efficient camp management, it is possible to create a profitable business that meets the needs of padel enthusiasts in the local community.

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