Padel is experiencing unprecedented growth in  Colombia . The  Bogotá  à  Cali , Via  Medellín Sport is taking root everywhere, driven by massive investments, strong popular enthusiasm, and remarkable institutional structuring. According to the latest data from  Third census of Padel in Colombia  (TAC 2025), the country now has  687 courts and 233 clubs  in  51 cities , a movement that is reshaping the Colombian sporting landscape and generating significant economic momentum.

 A dramatic expansion of infrastructure 

In 2025, a padel court was built nearby.  every two days on average This pace illustrates the acceleration of the sport in the region. Infrastructure investments now exceed  ~€34,000,000  for  151 billion Colombian pesos , not to mention the other public and private contributions that continue to flourish in the country's main metropolitan areas.

The departments of Antioquia, Valle del Cauca and Cundinamarca  stand out as the most active in terms of clubs, while  Bogotá, Cali and Medellín  are among the top cities with the largest number of active facilities.

 A rapidly growing economic impact 

Padel is no longer just a phenomenon of clubs and players; it is also becoming an economic driver. Revenues generated by the sport (court rentals, club operations, and related services) are expected to exceed  ~€34,000,000  for  100 billion pesos  in 2026.

This projection highlights that the sector is no longer limited to amateurism, but is part of a logic of sustainable economic activity, capable of attracting companies, sponsors and investments.

 The key role of the private sector: Decathlon at the forefront 

The development of padel in Colombia also relies on the involvement of the private sector.  Decathlon Colombia  illustrates this trend, making padel a growth priority.

 Carlos Gómez ,  CEO of Decathlon Colombia recalls that when they launched their operations in  2017 , padel had a  marginal presence  in the country. Today, it has become  one of the most dynamic sports with a growing demand for specialized equipment.

The brand supports this movement through its line  KUIKMA , designed to meet the needs of players from beginner to advanced level, which contributes to the democratization of the sport and the raising of the level of play.

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 Institutional support that structures the discipline 

The development of padel in Colombia is not solely based on private initiatives.  December 2025 ,  Ministry of Sport  officially recognized the  Colombian Federation of Padel , which will be integrated into  National Sports System from 2026 .

This recognition opens access to public funding, the promotion of sport at all levels and the possibility of organizing structured official competitions, thus strengthening the professionalization of padel in the country.

 Beyond the numbers: a growing community 

The impact of padel is not measured solely in courts or revenue. The sport also fosters the strengthening of local communities in many cities.

The organization of regular local tournaments, the strengthening of existing clubs and the emergence of new teams are creating a true padel culture in Colombia, which is becoming more structured and more vibrant year after year.

 A promising future for Colombian padel 

With rapid infrastructure growth, sustained economic momentum, and strengthened institutional support, Colombian padel is at a turning point in its history. More than just a leisure activity, it is establishing itself as a structuring sport, celebrated by a growing community and a rapidly consolidating industry.

If this progress continues at this pace, Colombia could well become one of the major players in padel in Latin America, both on the court and in terms of numbers.

Maceo ZERHAT

Maceo Zerhat discovered padel in 2020 in Savigny-sur-Clairis, Burgundy. He contributed to the club's expansion by bringing his energy and curiosity. Padel Magazinehe transmits his Padel"mania" by skillfully bouncing on all the latest news about your favorite sport!

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