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The UK Padel Convention 2025: A Sold-Out First Edition Uniting the Padel Community

  • Writer: Padel Consulting
    Padel Consulting
  • Dec 2, 2025
  • 10 min read

The inaugural UK Padel Convention 2025 has made history as the largest padel event ever held in Britain. Taking place on 19th November 2025 at The Padel Club in Gloucester, this groundbreaking convention – organized by digital hub The Padel Directory – brought together 760 attendees and over 45 exhibitors in a vibrant celebration of the UK’s booming padel scene. Co-founders George Modler and Ben Harris spearheaded the event with remarkable success, selling out tickets well in advance. The atmosphere was electric, with stakeholders from every corner of the sport convening under one roof to network, learn, and showcase innovations. “Padel in the UK has grown faster than its infrastructure and knowledge base. The industry needed a platform where operators, investors, brands and coaches could align and move the sport forward together,” Modler explained, noting that the scale and engagement of this first edition proved just how necessary such a forum is.


UK Padel Convention

A New Milestone for UK Padel

Held at a state-of-the-art nine-court venue, The Padel Club, the convention marked a major milestone for the sport in the UK. Over the course of one action-packed day, attendees experienced live panel sessions, on-court demonstrations, and interactive exhibitions covering every aspect of the game. Two full-size showcase courts ran “drills and thrills” training sessions, show matches like the Inclusive Padel Tour exhibition, and even a “Beat the Machine” challenge by Padel Master – giving participants a chance to see padel in action and even join in. In the conference hall, expert panellists – including club operators, coaches, and industry leaders – led discussions on building padel clubs, forging partnerships, developing grassroots programs, and what makes a venue successful. The content was richly informative, reflecting the rapid professionalisation of the UK padel landscape. As one attendee described, the event demonstrated “unity, positive intent and a huge drive” towards growing the sport in a sustainable way. There was a palpable sense of community throughout the day – something noted by many, including Pep Stonor of Empower Padel who remarked that “court builders, tech creators, brands and event producers [were] all coming together with one shared passion”.

Crucially, this convention was more than just talks and games – it was a networking nexus. Attendees ranging from club owners and coaches to investors and federation reps mingled freely in social spaces and a bustling exhibitor hall, sparking new connections and collaborations. “The energy, conversations and ambition across the room show just how fast the sport is moving in the UK,” said Ulrik Leith, co-founder of Scandinavian apparel brand Cuera, who flew in for the event. He praised the organizers, adding, “A huge thank you to Ben and George for hosting such an impressive event and for bringing the entire UK padel community together under one roof”. Early feedback has indeed been overwhelmingly positive, with praise for the quality of discussions, the range of exhibitors, and the value of uniting the whole ecosystem in one place. The success has already “reinforced demand for an annual national forum”, and plans are underway to make next year’s convention “bigger and better” in a larger venue.


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Exhibitors Showcase the Padel Ecosystem at UK Convention

One of the convention’s highlights was the Exhibitor Showcase, featuring a sold-out hall of over 40 companies representing every facet of the padel industry. Exhibitors ranged from global brands to emerging UK specialists, each presenting their latest products and services – from court construction solutions and sports equipment to software platforms and training academies. This impressive lineup gave attendees a rare chance to meet the people behind the innovations shaping UK padel. “Visitors [could] explore a dedicated exhibitor area, where some of the biggest names in the sport – including BullPadel UK, PDH Sport, Padel Levels and Vibra Travel – [were] present with their latest products”.



Below we highlight the key exhibitors and brands that helped make the convention a one-stop shop for all things padel (each brand is linked to more information):


  • BullPadel UK – A leading global padel brand showcasing its high-performance rackets, apparel and footwear. Known worldwide, Bullpadel brought its latest gear to UK players, underlining its commitment to the British padel market.


  • HEAD Padel – The international sports equipment giant HEAD presented its newest padel rackets and equipment. Already a top name in tennis, HEAD’s padel line features cutting-edge racquet technology and accessories to elevate any game.

  • Tecnifibre – The French racket-sport specialist Tecnifibre showcased its fast-growing padel range. Players could check out Tecnifibre’s rackets – known for quality and power – as the brand continues expanding in padel following its success in tennis.

  • CanO Water – The UK-based canned water brand CanO Water brought its sustainable packaging approach into the padel space, supplying events and lounge areas with eco-friendly alternatives to plastic. Present with product tastings and brand awareness activations targeting the younger, environmentally conscious audience.

  • Estrella Galicia – The well-known Spanish brewery Estrella Galicia strengthened its association with padel by sponsoring tournaments and lifestyle-driven events, positioning itself as the perfect partner for post-match social moments.

  • Racquex – Raquex is a UK-based sports brand specializing in racquet and hockey sports equipment. They sell products such as grips, racquet bags, and various sports gear for tennis, squash, and padel. The company was founded in the UK and offers its products through its own website and major online retailers.

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  • Tenzing – The natural energy drink brand Tenzing found in padel the ideal partner to promote an active, sustainable lifestyle. During the convention, they promoted their vitamin C-rich and nootropic-infused beverages at branded bar corners.

  • Wilson – Already well known in tennis, Wilson reinforced its presence in the UK padel market by presenting its latest collections of rackets, balls, and technical apparel. With a well-designed stand, they attracted both club managers and ambitious players looking for pro-level gear.

  • Royal Padel – A pioneering padel manufacturer from Argentina/Spain, Royal Padel exhibited its iconic racket collection. With decades of padel heritage, Royal Padel’s foam-core rackets are famed for playability and were on display for UK enthusiasts to try.

  • Hirostar Padel – A premium Italian padel brand, Hirostar brought some European flair to the show floor. Known for sleek design and pro-level performance (it’s the brand behind pro Tolito Aguirre’s racket), Hirostar’s bats and gear introduced attendees to “out of this world” padel technology.

  • PDH Sports – One of the UK’s leading racket sports retailers, PDH Sports had a presence offering a wide selection of padel gear. Already trusted by UK players for tennis, squash and badminton equipment, PDH’s stand featured top padel rackets, balls, shoes and deals for attendees.

  • Express Padel – A new UK-based padel retailer and distributor, Express Padel is making waves with a fresh approach to padel equipment. As an “official UK padel retailer”, Express Padel offers a curated selection of rackets and accessories with next-day delivery, and is the exclusive UK distributor for some innovative brands (like Teddy Padel for kids). They exhibited their range and services aimed at simplifying how players get gear.

  • Padel Vibes – A homegrown startup, Padel Vibes introduced its “Bold Within™” line of premium padel gear. Currently focusing on high-quality overgrips in distinct styles, this brand “designed by players, for players” empowers enthusiasts to play with style and confidence. Attendees could feel Padel Vibes’ overgrips and learn about their upcoming rackets and accessories.



    UK Padel Convention with Padel Vibes


  • Padel Fuel – This UK-based sports nutrition brand is “the first performance and recovery supplement brand made specifically for padel players”. Padel Fuel showcased clean-ingredient hydration mixes, recovery supplements, and other products to help players stay energized and recover faster. Their presence underlined the growing focus on sport-specific nutrition in padel.

  • Zooki – Zooki, an award-winning British supplement brand known for its liposomal vitamin products, surprised many by joining the convention as an exhibitor. They provided insights into how their hydration and nutrition supplements can support padel athletes’ performance and wellness. (Zooki even recently installed a padel court at their HQ as part of engaging with the sport!)

  • Padel Levels – A new padel player rating and league platform, PadelLevels is an innovative system derived from the popular SquashLevels. It enables dynamic handicaps and competitive “box leagues” for clubs. At their stand, Padel Levels demonstrated how their app tracks player progress and facilitates more engaging local competitions – a glimpse into the future of padel matchmaking and rankings.

  • Padel Mates – The team behind Padel Mates, a fast-growing court booking and community app, was on hand to show club owners and players a next-generation alternative to legacy booking systems. This user-friendly app (already adopted by major clubs like Rocket Padel) helps players “find your mates” and book games easily, aiming to make playing padel as simple as a few taps.

  • 3Bora – Another tech innovator, 3Bora presented its smart matchmaking platform for padel. Using 3Bora, players can automate the process of organizing matches and be part of a broader playing network. Convention-goers could see how 3Bora’s app reduces the hassle of scheduling games, helping everyone spend “more time playing and less time organizing”.

  • CourtBrain – For clubs and players looking to streamline scheduling, CourtBrain introduced its solution. This platform aggregates available courts (across different club booking systems) into one app. Live in the UK and abroad, CourtBrain promises to make finding and booking a padel court smarter and more convenient – a selling point they demonstrated to many curious attendees.

  • Satellite Finance – In the services category, Satellite Finance drew interest as a leading provider of financial solutions for sports facilities. With 15+ years in fitness & leisure financing, they “specialise in tailored funding options for the installation of padel courts”, helping clubs expand with affordable finance. Their team offered advice on funding models, making them a valuable contact for clubs eyeing new courts.

  • Risk HQ – As the convention’s official Risk Partner, Risk HQ is an insurance and risk-management specialist for leisure industries. Their experts – who are “passionate about padel” – explained how they help padel clubs and startups navigate insurance needs and mitigate risks as they grow. For many new club operators present, Risk HQ’s guidance on protecting their business was timely and essential.

  • Padel Plan – Padel Plan, the convention’s official Planning Partner, is a consultancy dedicated to securing planning permission for padel courts and club facilities. They offered attendees insights into the often complex process of getting padel projects approved by local authorities. With in-depth knowledge of UK planning regulations, Padel Plan helps turn padel visions into reality – a service many aspiring club owners at the event appreciated.

  • Portico Sport – An international padel court builder (and notably the company that constructed The Padel Club in Gloucester), Portico Sport exhibited to reinforce its presence in the UK market. Portico’s team proudly pointed out that attendees were enjoying the game on Portico-built courts at the venue itself. They emphasized their range of innovative court designs – from panoramic courts to modular setups – and how they help clubs worldwide bring padel facilities to life.

  • Boxcey – Blending sports and style, Boxcey is a creative agency and merchandise provider that many in the padel community already know (they produce The Padel Directory’s own apparel). Branded as “The Padel Architect”, Boxcey helps clubs, coaches, and brands design and produce custom sportswear, gear, and digital content. At the convention, they displayed some eye-catching apparel collaborations (like limited edition caps and tees for padel clubs) and offered their design services to empower other padel businesses’ branding.

  • NUPL – National University Padel League – The team behind the UK’s fast-growing university padel league NUPL also had a presence. They shared information about how the league is expanding inter-university padel competitions nationwide, engaging students in the sport like never before. For any university sports reps and student players at the convention, NUPL’s stand was a hub for learning how to get involved in the upcoming record-breaking season.

(Many other passionate exhibitors joined as well – from padel holiday organizers like Vibra Travel, to court flooring experts, ball manufacturers, coaching academies and more – truly covering every niche of the padel ecosystem. The sold-out exhibitor space underscored just how rapidly the sport is developing a full-fledged industry in the UK.)

Powered by Vision and Community

The resounding success of the first UK Padel Convention is a testament to the vision and execution of The Padel Directory team, led by George and Ben. In the span of one day, they managed to create a “serious, central meeting point for the sport” that the UK has long needed.


By uniting stakeholders from grassroots enthusiasts to global brands, the convention has set the foundation for an annual tradition. “This was the foundation. The UK now has a credible annual convention that brings the entire ecosystem together,” Modler noted, already looking ahead as “next year will scale in ambition, size and substance to match the pace of the sport’s growth.”


As supporters and participants, we are incredibly excited to have been part of this first edition. The energy and optimism at the event were infectious, reaffirming our belief in the sport’s bright future. It was inspiring to see The Padel Directory’s hard work come to fruition – and to see the UK padel community respond with such enthusiasm. From all of us at PADEL CONSULTING, a huge congratulations to The Padel Directory for orchestrating this landmark convention. We are proud to stand behind initiatives that elevate the sport and connect people, and we’ll continue to support The Padel Directory as it pushes UK padel to new heights.


The UK Padel Convention 2025 was not just a one-day event; it was the launch pad for a new era of collaboration and growth in British padel. If you missed it, be sure to mark your calendar for 2026 – the buzz is already building, and it promises to be an even bigger smash hit! 🚀🎾




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