03-06-2025
New tennis facility to open with special guest
A new sports facility is set to open its doors to the public.
Padel Project UK (PPUK), a leading padel tennis operator, has announced the launch of a four-court outdoor padel complex at Worthing Rugby Football Club in Angmering.
The launch event will take place on June 6 from 5pm to 8.30pm.
Adam Holman, club manager at PPUK Worthing, said: "I'm thrilled to be launching the PPUK Worthing club and look forward to welcoming everyone to our launch day on June 6.
"I can't wait to help players of every age and ability step on court and discover just how much fun padel is, and just how easy it is to pick up."
The new venue has four floodlit panoramic courts and on-site racket hire.
The facility is designed for everyone, from complete beginners to experienced players.
Former England rugby player and Worthing RFC alumnus Joe Marler will cut the ribbon at 6pm.
He will be joined by PPUK chief executive Tim Foster and club manager Adam Holman for a short welcome.
The event will have an exhibition match with PPUK's professional coaching team, introductory sessions, coached games with prizes, music, refreshments and tours of the new courts.
Drinks will also be available from the bar.
C oaching sessions cost £5 and can be reserved through the Playtomic app.
Mr Foster said: "We are incredibly excited to bring this state-of-the-art padel facility to Worthing.
"Our goal is to build a fun, inclusive and active padel community here.
"This club is another step toward making padel a mainstream sport across the UK, and we can't wait to see the Worthing community embrace the game."
Following the launch, PPUK will offer discounted introductory sessions for a limited time.
Membership at the Worthing club is free.
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Barny Hall, chairman of Worthing RFC, said: "We're delighted to add padel to our offering and give our members and the wider Worthing community something new to enjoy.
"Rugby and padel share the same spirit of camaraderie, so seeing the two worlds cross over on our grounds is fantastic."
