Flying Pickle
- Ownership Requirement
- Full-time
- Business Type
- Franchise
Join the Pickleball Revolution
Own a premium pickleball sports club with courts, training, events, and dining under one roof.
Brand overview
The Flying Pickle is a pickleball sports club franchise delivering the ultimate pickleball experience through courts, a structured academy, private events, a pro shop, and a full kitchen. As a franchise owner, you operate a complete sports facility that brings community, competition, and hospitality together around America's fastest-growing sport.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose Flying Pickle
You leverage an award-winning brand at the center of the country's fastest-growing sport, backed by a proven formula designed for success from day one. Multiple revenue streams maximize your growth potential — court play, academy training, private events, a pro shop, and on-site food and beverage. An exclusive construction playbook, operating manual, supplier network, and hands-on launch support set the foundation for a strong opening and steady operation.
Revenue Potential & Investment Requirements
Revenue Potential
2026 FDD top performing unit
Total investment
$3,178,800–$5,574,500
Cash Required
$1,680,000
Franchise fee
$60,000
Royalty fee
6% of gross revenues
Ad fund %
1%
Total units
1
Financing available
No direct financing provided, but the franchisor may refer to financing sources on a case-by-case basis.
Real estate required
Yes
Time to open
18–24 months
Growth Trends
Training & support
Initial training for you and two team members includes a five-day session with the experienced leadership team at The Flying Pickle's Idaho headquarters. Franchise coaches then spend three to five days at your location helping your team prepare for launch. You also receive an exclusive construction playbook and operating manual that provide tools, resources, and access to a vetted supplier network so you can operate at your highest potential.
Ideal candidate
The ideal candidate loves pickleball and is connected to the local pickleball community, with a genuine willingness to be coached by sports facility management experts. A strong work ethic and a natural talent for engaging with people matter most — no previous management or pickleball club operating experience is required.
If you are ready to bring the ultimate pickleball experience to your community, we would love to hear from you. Submit your information today and a member of our franchise development team will reach out to discuss the opportunity, the market, and the next steps toward opening your own Flying Pickle sports club.