News · Updated 22 October 2026

Poland is one of the fastest-growing padel markets in Europe. Five years ago the sport barely existed in the country. Today there are hundreds of courts, a national ranking with thousands of players and private operators planning new clubs. Here is an overview of the market in 2026 – and what it means if you are thinking about building padel courts in Poland.

From almost zero to more than 500 courts

According to the Polish padel portal Instytut Padla, Poland had around 30 padel courts in 2021. By 2024 the number had grown to around 150, and in 2025 to around 350. The portal’s club directory now lists 146 clubs and 536 courts.

The exact number depends on who is counting, because new clubs open every month and not every venue is listed everywhere. But every source points in the same direction: the number of courts in Poland has multiplied in just a few years.

To put it in perspective: Spain, with a somewhat larger population, has around 17,300 courts according to the International Padel Federation (FIP). Polish market commentators regularly describe the long-term potential as several thousand courts.

Players and organised padel

The Polish Padel Association (Polski Związek Padla) reported 44 member clubs and more than 4,000 players in its official ranking in spring 2026. Its national championship final in Katowice was broadcast on TVP Sport. Padel was also part of the European Games in Kraków in 2023, which helped put the sport on the map.

Private chains are moving in

The market is no longer only made up of single clubs. InterPadel, which describes itself as the largest padel chain in Poland, announced in October 2026 that it will open five new clubs in 2027. After that expansion, the chain expects to operate around 110 covered courts. When chains start to invest at that scale, it is a sign that the market has moved past the experimental stage.

Three things that shape the Polish market

1. Climate makes indoor courts valuable

Instytut Padla estimates that more than a third of Polish courts are outdoors, which in practice means they are only used from spring to autumn. Covered and indoor courts can be booked all year, which is why most serious projects in Poland are built indoors or under a canopy. Read our guide to covered padel courts and our comparison of indoor vs outdoor courts.

2. Courts are concentrated in big cities

According to Instytut Padla, more than 80% of Polish courts are in cities with over 100,000 inhabitants. Warsaw, Kraków, Poznań, Katowice and the Tricity area have the most venues. That leaves many mid-sized towns with few or no courts – an opportunity for operators who choose their location carefully. Our guide to choosing a location explains what to look for.

3. Quality is becoming a competitive factor

As more clubs open, players start to compare. Glass, turf, lighting and ceiling height all affect how good a court feels to play on. In a growing market, a well-built club stands out, while a cheap one is quickly overtaken by the next opening.

What this means for investors

Poland combines strong growth with a still small court base. That creates opportunities, but it also means planning matters. Before you invest, look at:

• Local competition: How many courts are within 15–20 minutes’ drive?
• Indoor options: Can you find a hall or warehouse with enough ceiling height? See our guide to converting a warehouse into a padel centre.
• Your budget: Use our cost guide and business plan guide to test your numbers.
• Court quality: In a market where new clubs open all the time, premium courts help you keep players.

How Padel Provider can help

Padel Provider supplies premium Padel Tech courts at a price well below what you would normally expect for this quality. We send quotes and technical specifications, deliver the courts to your site in Poland and have them installed. You handle the site, the foundation and the permits. Use our court configurator to see an indicative price for your project.

Frequently asked questions

How many padel courts are there in Poland?

The Polish padel portal Instytut Padla lists 146 clubs and 536 courts in its 2026 directory, up from around 30 courts in 2021.

Is padel growing in Poland?

Yes. The number of courts has multiplied since 2021, and private chains such as InterPadel are opening new clubs.

Should I build indoor or outdoor padel courts in Poland?

Most serious projects are built indoors or under a canopy, because outdoor courts in Poland are mainly used from spring to autumn.

Does Padel Provider deliver courts to Poland?

Yes. We deliver and install Padel Tech courts in Poland. The customer handles the site, foundation and permits.

Sources: Instytut Padla (instytutpadla.pl), court directory and “Dostępność padla w Polsce w 2026”; Polski Związek Padla via wKatowicach.eu (May 2026); PropertyNews.pl on InterPadel (October 2026); FIP World Padel Report.