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<p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">About two years ago, pickleball started cropping into mainstream media before exploding in 2023. It has become&nbsp;</span><a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/2023-app-pickleball-participation-report-140100162.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pickleball-is-breaking-into-franchising-as-the-sports-popularity-continues-to-skyrocket-2724632" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>America’s fastest-growing sport</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> with 36.5 million adults reporting to have played at least once in 2022, and 45% of those stating they plan to play more often in the future.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">What makes the sport so popular? For newcomers, it has few complex rules and minimal equipment is required. All you need is some basic knowledge of ping pong or tennis, a paddle, and a ball. It is also accessible to a wide range of ages. Although fitness helps, skill takes the cake.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Entrepreneurs were quick to notice the trend, with athletes like&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/nba/article-11667283/LeBron-James-investment-Major-League-Pickleball-drew-11-BILLION-eyeballs-league.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pickleball-is-breaking-into-franchising-as-the-sports-popularity-continues-to-skyrocket-2724632" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>Lebron James</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> and&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2022/10/12/tom-brady-kim-clijsters-major-league-pickleball-owners.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pickleball-is-breaking-into-franchising-as-the-sports-popularity-continues-to-skyrocket-2724632#:~:text=Major%20League%20Pickleball%20announced%20on,will%20begin%20playing%20in%202023." target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>Tom Brady</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> investing in the sport, drawing even more attention to it. The franchising world has not missed a beat with this trend either, catering to the booming demand for pickleball facilities and supplies.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">As the courts are specific to the sport, pickleball franchises have started spreading across the country to give pickleballers the space they need to play, with some providing additional entertainment measures right alongside the courts.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Whether you are a pickleball connoisseur, a rookie looking for a new sport or an entrepreneur looking for an investment in a booming industry, here are some pickleball franchises that you should be aware of.&nbsp;</span></p><h3><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Pickleball Franchises That Should Be On Your Radar</strong></span></h3><p><a href="https://dilldinkers.com/franchising/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pickleball-is-breaking-into-franchising-as-the-sports-popularity-continues-to-skyrocket-2724632" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><strong><u>Dill Dinkers</u></strong></span></a></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Initial Investment: $328,961 to $765,046&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Dill Dinkers has five facilities along the east coast, offering a total of 50 indoor courts. The indoor courts include fences and outdoor surfaces, event space, and a ball machine. Members and visitors are able to make reservations and take advantage of clinics, private- and semi-private lessons, or league play. The facilities are also available as rentals for private events.&nbsp;</span></p><figure class="media"><div data-oembed-url="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CxopUE-AnYT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igshid=ODhhZWM5NmIwOQ=="><div class="iframely-embed"><div class="iframely-responsive"><iframe src="//cdn.iframe.ly/api/iframe?app=1&amp;api_key=fd3b6b3731f34f55ba1fe3&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Freel%2FCxopUE-AnYT%2F%3Futm_source%3Dig_web_copy_link%26igshid%3DODhhZWM5NmIwOQ%3D%3D" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div></div></figure><p><a href="https://franchise.pickleballkingdom.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pickleball-is-breaking-into-franchising-as-the-sports-popularity-continues-to-skyrocket-2724632" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><strong><u>Pickleball Kingdom</u></strong></span></a></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Initial Investment:&nbsp; $967,000 to $2,089,600</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Pickleball Kingdom has one corporate location in Arizona currently but is set to open at least 12 more locations across the U.S. soon. It offers a variety of membership options, depending on the time of day you like to play and how serious you are about your pickleball skills. The brand also offers members a free “Pickleball 101” class where they can bring one guest and learn everything they need to know to play the sport. Current and former police, firefighters, and military members receive a 10% discount.&nbsp;</span></p><figure class="media"><div data-oembed-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/CwsMnHFrKiH/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igshid=ODhhZWM5NmIwOQ=="><div class="iframely-embed"><div class="iframely-responsive"><iframe src="//cdn.iframe.ly/api/iframe?app=1&amp;api_key=fd3b6b3731f34f55ba1fe3&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fp%2FCwsMnHFrKiH%2F%3Futm_source%3Dig_web_copy_link%26igshid%3DODhhZWM5NmIwOQ%3D%3D" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div></div></figure><p><a href="https://thepicklr.com/franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pickleball-is-breaking-into-franchising-as-the-sports-popularity-continues-to-skyrocket-2724632" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><strong><u>The Picklr</u></strong></span></a></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Initial Investment: $319,600 to $885,500</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">The Picklr has seven corporate facilities in operation, with six in Utah and one in Colorado. The brand offers youth programs and adult programs, along with parties and event packages. Members can enjoy unlimited play, along with guest passes for non-members. Since launching its franchise offer in 2023, the brand has signed 110 agreements for additional franchised units.</span></p><figure class="media"><div data-oembed-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0rvedmMtsX/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igshid=ODhhZWM5NmIwOQ=="><div class="iframely-embed"><div class="iframely-responsive"><iframe src="//cdn.iframe.ly/api/iframe?app=1&amp;api_key=fd3b6b3731f34f55ba1fe3&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fp%2FC0rvedmMtsX%2F%3Futm_source%3Dig_web_copy_link%26igshid%3DODhhZWM5NmIwOQ%3D%3D" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div></div></figure><p><a href="https://www.acepickleballclubfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pickleball-is-breaking-into-franchising-as-the-sports-popularity-continues-to-skyrocket-2724632" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><strong><u>Ace Pickleball Club</u></strong></span></a></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">With the first location being built in&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_news/ace-pickleball-club-to-debut-first-indoor-pickleball-franchise/article_0685ad26-98f5-11ed-9e5c-57770fdf47c9.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pickleball-is-breaking-into-franchising-as-the-sports-popularity-continues-to-skyrocket-2724632" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>Roswell, Georgia,</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> Ace Pickleball Club is solely focused on pickleball. There will not be bar space and freshly made food offerings like many of the other eatertainment pickleball brands, but there will be plenty of pickleball courts. The expected cost of this first facility is estimated to be about $1.2 million.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">This first location will be 36K square feet with 14 indoor regulation size courts. The facility will include impressive modern technology, with each court allowing members to livestream and instantly replay the action on their court. Memberships will cost between $89-$129, and members will scan a QR code on their court to automatically record matches.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">There is minimal information available about franchising opportunities at this point. But given the founding team’s success in franchising with previous ventures, it’s bound to be a great opportunity for entrepreneurs. Namely, co-founders&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-diederich-6068b466/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pickleball-is-breaking-into-franchising-as-the-sports-popularity-continues-to-skyrocket-2724632" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>Jay Diederich</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> and&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sextonjoe/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pickleball-is-breaking-into-franchising-as-the-sports-popularity-continues-to-skyrocket-2724632" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>Joe Sexton</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> are known for having a hand in the success of indoor trampoline park franchise&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.skyzone.com/franchise/?utm_source=google&amp%3Butm_medium=cpc&amp%3Butm_campaign=&amp%3Butm_term=sky+zone+franchise&amp%3Bgclid=Cj0KCQiA7OqrBhD9ARIsAK3UXh38No8GOOtNlbe7UZbEH_mlvqF3tqsvaRW86kIM22Fcciad7CBFbC4aAmj6EALw_wcB&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pickleball-is-breaking-into-franchising-as-the-sports-popularity-continues-to-skyrocket-2724632" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>Sky Zone</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">.</span></p><figure class="media"><div data-oembed-url="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CxhCSOCgdt4/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igshid=ODhhZWM5NmIwOQ=="><div class="iframely-embed"><div class="iframely-responsive"><iframe src="//cdn.iframe.ly/api/iframe?app=1&amp;api_key=fd3b6b3731f34f55ba1fe3&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Freel%2FCxhCSOCgdt4%2F%3Futm_source%3Dig_web_copy_link%26igshid%3DODhhZWM5NmIwOQ%3D%3D" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div></div></figure><p><a href="https://smashpark.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pickleball-is-breaking-into-franchising-as-the-sports-popularity-continues-to-skyrocket-2724632" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>Smash Park</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> and&nbsp;</span><a href="https://chickennpickle.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=pickleball-is-breaking-into-franchising-as-the-sports-popularity-continues-to-skyrocket-2724632" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>Chicken N Pickle</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> are two other notable pickleball concept chains, although Chicken N Pickle offers partnerships rather than franchise opportunities. Both brands fall into the “eatertainment” category, offering food and alcoholic beverages, much like Top Golf. Additional games and activities are offered at these facilities, including corn hole, ax throwing and other yard games.&nbsp;</span></p><figure class="media"><div data-oembed-url="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0wn_oxsjyX/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igshid=ODhhZWM5NmIwOQ=="><div class="iframely-embed"><div class="iframely-responsive"><iframe src="//cdn.iframe.ly/api/iframe?app=1&amp;api_key=fd3b6b3731f34f55ba1fe3&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Freel%2FC0wn_oxsjyX%2F%3Futm_source%3Dig_web_copy_link%26igshid%3DODhhZWM5NmIwOQ%3D%3D" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div></div></figure><h3><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"><strong>Pickleball Is Ace For Franchising</strong></span></h3><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">As a franchise concept, pickleball holds a lot of promise. Given the current industry trends with the sport continually increasing in popularity across a range of demographics, the demand for courts to play on is high. Franchisees can also look forward to contributing something positive to their communities by giving players the ability to play indoor year-round, increasing community fitness, and growing a community around a shared interest through league play and events.</span></p>

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