The Lowdown

Not long ago, we put y’all on to Pickleball, and now there’s a new game in town that’s turning heads—Plek Padel at Plek Centrum Sportu! This ain’t just another racket game—padel is a high-energy mix of tennis and squash that lets you smash, lob, and flex crazy angles off the glass walls. It’s fast, addictive, and straight-up electrifying.

A Sport Built for the Streets

Padel started back in 1969 in Mexico, when a dude named Enrique Corcuera didn’t have enough space for a full tennis court—so he built something smaller and enclosed it with walls. Fast forward to today, and it’s one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, played by celebs, athletes, and anyone looking for a high-energy game that’s easy to learn but tough to master.

We pulled up this week, and yo—it’s a whole vibe. Courts on point, energy buzzing, people locked in and going hard. This ain’t just a game; it’s a movement.

Plek.The spot to be

10-12 min drive from the center (or just 5 bus stops from Ogrody)
4 panoramic doubles courts + 1 single court – all top-tier, pro-level setups
20m-high ceilings – NO lame ceiling smashes messing up your game
Heated courts – play year-round, no excuses
Warm-up & fitness zone – get prepped, stay sharp
Chill zone & café – post-game vibes, good coffee, and even better convos

No gear? No problem. Rent everything at the spot

Big Moves Coming

We linked up with Maria, the manager, and she gave us the inside scoop—PLEK is just getting started. Next up? Pickleball courts are dropping soon, along with outdoor football pitches and tennis courts. Oh, and major upgrades to the restaurant—think outdoor seating where you can kick back, eat good, and watch the action live. Summer is about to be LIT.