A POPULAR sports club in Stourbridge has unveiled two brand new padel courts, now open to both members and the wider community.
Stourbridge Lawn Tennis & Squash Club officially opened the panoramic courts on with players able to book sessions on a pay-and-play basis.
The new facilities mark an expansion of the club’s existing offering, which already includes tennis, squash, racketball, pickleball and a gym.
Club leaders say the addition of padel is aimed at attracting a new generation of players while encouraging people of all ages and abilities to get involved in sport.
Club chairman John Bartlett said: “We are excited to welcome the sport of padel to Stourbridge.
“We are a vibrant and progressive club and encourage the playing of sports for all ages and abilities.
“Padel helps us to promote physical fitness and social interaction and serves as an ideal sport for the local community to participate in. See you all on court.”
An official opening event is set to take place next week attended by the Lord Mayor of Dudley and the Mayoress.
The day will also feature tennis sessions led by former Wimbledon and Davis Cup player Danny Sapsford, who will be running activities for members and the community through his Bright Ideas charity.
Money raised during the event will go towards Black Country Women’s Aid.
The club is also offering a limited-time introductory membership of £35 per month for the first 12 months, which includes access to padel courts as well as facilities such as the sauna, bar and changing rooms.
Courts can also be hired individually, with prices starting from £24 off-peak.
The courts opened on March 31 with the official opening event set to take place at 3pm on Saturday, May 2.
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