Prestwick Tennis & Fitness, a not-for-profit organisation at the heart of our community, is excited to announce its latest initiative: bringing Padel, one of the fastest-growing sports in the UK and Europe, to South Ayrshire.
Our mission is simple: “Accessible, family-friendly sport and fitness opportunities for all.” The introduction of Padel represents the next step in fulfilling that mission, providing a fresh, inclusive, and social sporting option for the local community.
Why Padel?
Padel is a racket sport enjoyed by all ages and abilities. Played as doubles on a smaller, enclosed court, it encourages social interaction, teamwork, and physical activity in a fun and accessible environment. By adding Padel to our existing tennis and fitness programmes, Prestwick Tennis & Fitness aims to:
- Offer affordable classes for adults and juniors.
- Provide regular opportunities for local schools to try this exciting sport.
- Include Padel in our LD/Disability programme, ensuring accessibility for everyone.
- Promote inter-generational play.
South Ayrshire currently has no Padel courts—Prestwick will proudly be the first. The new courts will be available for members and the wider community, encouraging active, social, and healthy lifestyles.
Benefits to the Community
- Free lessons for local children (subject to project success)
- Low-cost access for families, schools, and community groups
- Inclusive programmes for people with disabilities
- Year-round sporting activity thanks to covered courts and floodlights
- Opportunities to host local events, tournaments, and charity initiatives
Project Plan
Planning permission is in place and we are currently in the process of raising sufficient funds to enable to project to go ahead. We are planning covered, floodlit Padel courts with integrated programmes, allowing play and coaching all year round.
- One Padel Court: £210K (inc VAT)
- Two Padel Courts: £373K (inc VAT)
Funding secured so far:
- £45K from the Lawn Tennis Association
- £70K from Sportscotland
Your support will create South Ayrshire’s first Padel facility and provide:
- Free sessions for local schools
- Reduced-rate coaching for children
- Affordable family access
- Long-term, inclusive sports infrastructure
Sponsorship Opportunities:
- Main Sponsor – £50,000
(Limited to 1)- Naming rights for the Padel area
- PR, signage,
- Corporate membership
- Website banner
- Newsletter coverage
- Legacy Sponsor – £5,000
(Limited to 20)- Sponsorship board
- Corporate membership
- Website banner
- Newsletter coverage
- Individual Sponsor – £500
- Website mention
- Newsletter coverage
- 5 x 1-hour private court bookings
To arrange sponsorship, contact Stewart Rogerson at: stewart.rogerson@prestwicktennis.org
Small donations are also welcome via our Go Fund Me page, please click the link below.
Join us in creating a new sporting legacy for South Ayrshire—Padel is here, and everyone is invited to play!
Please note: All funds raised for the Padel Project will be ring-fenced exclusively for that purpose. This means that every donation, sponsorship, or fundraising contribution received will be used solely to support the development, construction, and delivery of the Padel facilities, ensuring complete transparency and accountability throughout the project.
