Squashbad33 is originally a club multi-rackets, offering facilities for the squash, badminton and padel. In recent years, it has integrated pickleball initiations, a sport in full expansion. Founded in June 2010 by Michel Ludwig and Fabien Grignet, the club grew rapidly with the opening of two new sites à Mérignac and Gradignan. Today, he is a major player in Bordeaux , offering a wide range of modern and diverse facilities.
Michel Ludwig, after his experience at Siemens Financial Services, emphasized the economic viability of the project and a varied offer including a catering serviceThe results were positive, promoting both the Loyalty members and the profitability of the club.
A structured development under the direction of Fabien Grignet
Fabien Grignet, Managing Director, now oversees all clubs de Squashbad33/Padel33. It plays a key role in the management and Organisation activities within the various facilities. Thanks to its involvement, the group now has four clubs in the Bordeaux region, consolidating its leadership position.
Padel33: a strong brand with 24 padel courts
Padel33, the padel brand of Squashbad33, has firmly established itself with four sites and a total of 24 padel courts. The club offers singles or doubles courts, With a equipment rental service, bistro, bar as well as courses and internships framed by one or two coaches per club.
Regular events are organized to energize the community, including tournaments, parties and special events like comebacks. These experiences allow businesses and players to share friendly and competitive moments.




Padel33 Bruges: an ambitious new complex
Open to the public since December 26, Padel33 Bruges has 11 padel courtsIncluding Simple 2 and 3 pickleball courtsThe club is already experiencing strong demand, with a busy schedule.
Un catering service is also offered with homemade pizzas, pasta and sports salad, the main dish on the menu. The reservation of the courts is made via the Matchpoint app.
Margaux Randjbar, Ancient French top 20, is the club's sports manager. She has set up courses specially designed for women, for'encourage their practice and to promote their inclusion in this sport. It also organizes recreational events, approved tournaments and training projects for children and adolescents.
As part of the development of the event offering, it collaborates with Robin Haziza, coach and captain of theFrench women's padel team, as well as with Padel+ Agency. Events of huge proportion are planned, including official competitions and corporate events in partnership with FFSU (French University Sports Federation).










Inauguration of Padel33 Bruges on February 22
THEofficial opening de Padel33 Bruges will be held on 22 February with an P100 men and women tournamentThe day will end with a exceptional opening night, including exhibition matches with'former players of the French padel team and emblematic figures of Girondin footballIncluding Johan Micoud.
Squashbad33: a training center for future coaches
The club is also a recognized training center for the Federal Title of Padel (TFP), enabling the training and certification of coaches of tomorrow. This initiative contributes to growth and structuring padel in France.
An ambitious new project in Villenave d'Ornon
Michel Ludwig plans to expand Squashbad33/Padel33 with the opening of a new club in Villenave d'Ornon withwas 2026. This complex will include:
- 12 double padel courts
- 2 single padel courts
- 3 pickleball courts
- 7 badminton courts
- 4 squash courts
- A restaurant-bar terrace on the edge of Garonne
