JOY OF PADEL WITH NALLÉ GRINDA

Welcome and Introduction

- Minter Dial welcomes back Nallé Grinda, the only guest to appear twice on the show.

- Discussion about their shared passion for padel and Nallé’s current activities in Miami.

Current Activities and Upcoming Events

- Nallé shares his plans to travel to Europe for vacation and padel-related events.

- Highlights a charitable event in Saint Tropez featuring top padel players.

Insights from the Playtomic 2024 Report

- Minter and Nallé discuss the Playtomic 2024 report on padel.

- Surprising statistics: 500 padel courts in the U.S. and high Google search interest.

- Nallé notes the longer time to market in the U.S. compared to Europe.

Growth of Padel in France and the U.S.

- France emerging as a strong market for padel despite initial regulatory challenges.

- Nallé’s experiences with building padel clubs in Miami and Boca Raton.

- Challenges with permits and environmental studies in the U.S.

PadelX Launch and Expansion

- PadelX opened on April 1, 2024, with immediate success.

- Plans for expansion with new clubs in Boca Raton and Palm Beach.

- Emphasis on creating a connected and comfortable club environment.

Creating a Community and Club Culture

- Importance of location, quality installations, and thoughtful design.

- Role of events and memberships in fostering a sense of belonging.

- PadelX’s unique recycling program for plastic emissions.

Padel as a Lifestyle and Future Plans

- Padel’s growing influence on travel and vacation plans.

- Nallé’s vision for padel holidays and partnerships with hotels.

- Comparison to the rise of golf as a travel activity in the past.

Professional Padel Landscape

- Discussion on the evolving professional padel scene with multiple tours.

- Potential for consolidation and growth in the sport.

- Insights on the upcoming World Championships in Doha.

Final Thoughts and Contact Information

- Nallé shares ways to connect with PadelX through Instagram, their website, or visiting the club in Miami.

- Encouragement for listeners to experience the community and camaraderie at PadelX.

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