In recent years, padel has become more popular in the USA and has given rise to many padel projects.
How about a padel stay in the United States? The country of Uncle Sam is not immune to padel fever. In recent years, the discipline has become more democratic in the country and has given rise to many padel projects. Overview of padel clubs not to be missed in the USA.
La Floride : Wynwood Padel Club et le Cliff Drysdale Tennis Garden
Florida is one of the regions where padel has developed the most in the United States. The Cliff Drysdale Tennis is located in the beautiful Ritz-Carlton in Key Biscayne. Even if the tennis courts remain in the majority within the Cliff Drysdale, in recent years three padel courts have been invited to this prestigious Miami club. Playing surrounded by palm trees is always a dream.
How to talk about Florida without mentioning the Wynwood Padel Club. This is Miami’s unmissable club. It houses six semi-open courts and two outdoor courts. The resort is located 10 minutes from Miami Beach. Last year, the club hosted the “Wild Card Tournament” of the WPT Miami Padel Open. In addition to its eight lanes, the Wynwood Padel Club has a pro-shop where you can buy the necessary equipment to play but also take advantage of a catering service. Ideal for relaxing after a good game.
Las Vegas : Real Racquet Academy Padel
After building a first structure in Dubai in 2012, the Real Racquet Academy opened its second club in Las Vegas in 2018. The center has eight outdoor courts. It is in this sports complex that the 2022 Senior World Championships took place. The RRA also has a club house, perfect for relaxing over a beer with your partner and your opponents!
New York : Padel Haus
New York is undoubtedly the most iconic city in the world. Recently, the Big Apple wants to become the temple of padel. Last July, the city’s first padel club opened: Padel Haus. The creation of this sports complex is the work of Santiago Gomez, who aimed to combine his two passions: padel and catering. Padel Haus is located in Brooklyn, more precisely in the Williamsburg district a few metro stops from the center of Manhattan. The location is ideal if you want to visit the city after a game. The club has four tracks, a clubhouse and a pro-shop. One thing is certain: Padel Haus will be the catalyst for padel clubs in New York, it is the first center in the city and will not be the last!
You will need a THIS to travel to the United States
But before going to the United States, you will need an ESTA. ESTA or Electronic System for Travel Authorization is an electronic travel authorization that can be easily requested through a digital form. Anyone wishing to travel to the land of Uncle Sam needs a valid travel authorization. This applies to all travellers.
The application to obtain an ESTA is simple. All you have to do is fill out a digital form, which takes no more than 10 minutes, and submit your passport scan or photo. Do a ESTA application is chargeable. Fees can be paid easily and securely by credit card. The procedure for an ESTA is generally processed within three days after the form has been submitted. The travel authorization has a validity period of 24 months. However, you will have to respect some formalities (link to the site) before completing the form.
So before embarking on your Padel Road Trip in the United States, don’t forget that you will necessarily need a IS valid !
