Two Months In: Birmingham's Home of Padel | The Padel Loft

Birmingham's most centrally located padel facility has opened its doors — and the city has adopted it in a big way

BIRMINGHAM, July 2026 — When The Padel Loft Aston opened its doors on Aston University campus in May 2026, it set out to do something simple: make padel genuinely accessible to everyone in Birmingham. Two months later, the numbers, the smiles, and the growing community speak for themselves.

What is padel — and why is everyone talking about it?

Padel is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world. Played on an enclosed glass-walled court smaller than a tennis court, it blends elements of tennis and squash into a game that is easy to pick up, highly social, and genuinely addictive. In the UK alone, participation doubled in 2025 according to LTA Padel, alongside a major spike in public awareness. Globally, padel is played by over 25 million people across more than 90 countries — and Birmingham now has its most accessible venue yet.

Unlike tennis, padel does not require years of practice to enjoy. The walls are part of the game, rallies last longer, and beginners can have fun from their very first session. It is a sport built for socialising — most formats are played in pairs, making it perfect for friends, colleagues, and anyone looking for something a little different.

Right in the heart of Birmingham

Located on Aston University campus at Aston Triangle — a 10-minute walk from Birmingham New Street station — The Padel Loft Aston is one of the most accessible sports venues in the city. Open seven days a week, 9am to 10pm on weekdays and 9am to 9pm on weekends, it serves students, local residents, professionals, and corporate visitors alike.

As seen on the BBC and featured across numerous local media outlets, The Padel Loft Aston has quickly established itself as Birmingham's home of padel. It is Birmingham's most and highest reviewed padel club on Google — and the reviews speak for themselves.

Two months in — what has been built

What started as an idea to bring premium padel to the heart of Birmingham has quickly become something much more. Here is a snapshot of the first two months:

• 1,200+ players already registered

• Birmingham's most and highest reviewed padel club on Google

• Featured on the BBC and across numerous local Birmingham media outlets

• Two sold-out launch events — one for students, one for the local community

• An ever-growing coaching and events programme — from beginner sessions and ladies-only coaching through to improvers, a structured four-week course, Americanos, King of the Court, and social mix-in events

• 36% of registered players are female — comfortably above the sport's typical 25–30% average, reflecting a genuine commitment to inclusive participation

• A growing corporate venue hire programme already delivering bookings for local businesses across central Birmingham

• Commitment to student access — discounted student hours for local students and staff

Built on campus. Open to all.

The Padel Loft Aston was built on a university campus — but it was never just for students. It is open to everyone. Whether you are a student, a local resident, a professional looking for an after-work activity, or a business looking to entertain clients — you are welcome here.

Venue hires and membership options are available for both students and non-students, with exclusive discounted rates for students and staff at local universities, colleges, and schools.

"We built The Padel Loft Aston because we believed Birmingham deserved a premium padel facility that was genuinely accessible to everyone. Two months in, seeing such a diverse and passionate community come together on our courts every single day — that is everything we hoped for. And this is only just the beginning." — Vova Semenyaka, Co-Founder, The Padel Loft

Get involved

Courts are available to book via the Nettla app. Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned player, there is something for everyone.

📲 Book a court or group session: app.nettla.co/clubs/ZRXweiuHlJ1vtFZs5z4w

💬 Join our WhatsApp community for news, offers, and court availability: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BZ6kQqnbPpP7pfSqMFYKUa

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📍 Aston University Campus, Birmingham, B4 7ET

About The Padel Loft

The Padel Loft is the UK's only padel operator exclusively dedicated to the university sector. Founded in 2024, the company builds and operates premium padel facilities on university campuses, making the sport accessible, affordable, and social for students and local communities across the UK.

About Aston University

Aston University is a public research university located in Birmingham, England. Known for its strong industry partnerships and commitment to social inclusion, Aston University serves over 12,000 students from more than 100 countries.