Experience Padel

The World's Fastest-Growing Sport is Coming to Newport

Join the revolution! Become a member of Newport Pickleball Club and secure exclusive access to Newport's first Padel courts opening 2026, plus enjoy our premier indoor pickleball facilities today.

What is Padel?

The Sport That’s Taking the World By Storm

Padel is a thrilling racquet sport that combines the best elements of tennis and squash, played on an enclosed court roughly one-third the size of a tennis court. Always played in doubles, Padel uses solid paddles (no strings) and lower-pressure tennis balls, making it incredibly accessible for players of all ages and skill levels.

Why everyone is falling in love with Padel

  • Incredibly Social & Fun: The doubles-only format creates an instantly social experience, keeping everyone engaged in every point and making it perfect for building friendships and community connections.
  • Easy to Learn, Endlessly Engaging Most people can rally within their first session, but the strategic depth keeps even experienced players constantly improving. The enclosed court and underhand serving remove many barriers that make other racquet sports intimidating.
  • Amazing Full-Body Workout: Padel provides excellent cardiovascular exercise while being easier on joints than tennis. The constant movement, quick reflexes, and strategic thinking create a fun fitness experience that doesn't feel like exercise.
  • Weather-Friendly Year-Round: While courts are outdoor, the enclosed design provides protection from wind and sun, making play comfortable in various weather conditions throughout the season.

Bringing Padel to Newport County

A First for Aquidneck Island

Newport Pickleball Club is proud to introduce the very first outdoor Padel courts to Aquidneck Island. Located on our beautiful 2.75-acre campus in Middletown, these courts will serve the entire region from Providence to the Cape.

Key Features

  • Strong tennis and racquet sports community
  • Year-round active lifestyle culture
  • Beautiful coastal setting ideal for outdoor courts
  • Central location serving all of Rhode Island and Southeast Massachusetts

"As a Newport resident and aspiring Padel player, I couldn't be more excited to see Padel courts happen here," says Dave Banister, longtime NPC member. "This facility has already transformed the local pickleball scene—and now with Padel coming, it's going to put Newport on the national map for racquet sports."

The expansion includes a dedicated turf and hardscape entertainment area for post-game socializing, live music events, and community gatherings, hosting leagues, tournaments, and social events throughout the season.

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