Pickleball Kingdom | Franchise | Own a Piece of the Kingdom

OWN A KINGDOM

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Proven track record: A model with an exceptional operational history

FOUNDERS VIDEO

BRING HOME THE KINGDOM

If you’re ready for the absolute adventure of a lifetime, the Kingdom is ready for you.
–Ace Rodrigues, Founder & CEO

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Founder

Ace Rodrigues

When asked how he came up with the concept of Pickleball Kingdom, Ace likes to say, “On a windy, dirty court while standing in the sun waiting to play on January 9, 2021, I said out loud, ‘There has to be a better way.’ And then God threw this lightning bolt of a mission into my heart that has lit my brain on fire, and it’s been blazing ever since.”

And the pickleball world has been better for it. Ace’s past experiences founding companies, scaling growth, and creating support networks, primarily in the financial services and energy efficiency sectors, serves him well in setting the go-forward vision to build Pickleball Kingdom.
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Having developed and coined numerous concepts and phrases that are now industry standards, Ace’s innovative approach continues to craft the path for not only the Kingdom brand, but the greater indoor pickleball industry itself. The creation of “Pickleball Paddle Battle,” a competition reality show, is one such example of Ace’s leading-edge thinking.

Originally from Hawaii, Ace has been married to Tracy for over 30 years and they have 2 children and 2 grandchildren. Ace and Tracy love sports, movies, and eating out.

What motivates him? “I’m the most blessed man on the planet. So, my drive is to create Kings and Queens of Kingdoms, which are our franchisees, first throughout America, then throughout the world.”

Why us

What makes Pickleball Kingdom a Returnable Investment?

Boasting a proven track record of exceptional operational success, our model is driven by Pickleball enthusiasts for Pickleball enthusiasts,delivering an authentic and player–centric experience. Spearheaded by an industry–leading team equipped with invaluable connections, we offer unparalleled resources and industry recognition, while our high–margin structure and cutting–edge technology ensure remarkable profit ability and sustainable growth.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Pickleball Passion: A deep love and enthusiasm for pickleball is essential. An ideal candidate should genuinely enjoy the sport and be eager to share that passion with others.
Business Savvy: Strong business acumen is crucial. Franchisees should possess the ability to manage finances, marketing, and daily operations effectively to ensure the franchise's success.
Indoor Facility Knowledge: Understanding the unique challenges and opportunities of indoor pickleball facilities is vital. Knowledge of court setup, lighting, ventilation, and maintenance is a significant advantage.
Community Engagement: Building a tight-knit pickleball community is essential for success. The ideal candidate should be skilled at fostering a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere that keeps players coming back.
Customer-Centric Approach: Exceptional customer service skills are a must. Creating a positive and enjoyable experience for players of all skill levels can set your franchise apart from the competition.
Adaptability and Innovation: The pickleball world is constantly evolving. An ideal candidate should be open to trying new ideas, embracing innovation, and adapting to changing trends within the sport to keep the franchise vibrant and exciting.

MULTIPLE REVENUE STREAMS

Memberships

Group events

Coaching/classes

Equip/apparel

Food and Beverage

Drop in’s

WE ARE A DESTINATION, NOT A RESTAURANT

PK thrives as a destination without the need for prime location, like our competitors “eatertainments”, we strategic select footprints that are accessible & offer ample space
Eatertainment model heavily relies on F&B sales, driving more build-out, staff, provisions & overall operational costs which heavily constrains margins
PK's proven membership first approach fosters thriving & predictable revenue, in stark contrast to the unreliable nature of competitors' walk-in eatertainment model
PK achieves higher business multiples with fewer staff due to its non-restaurant, labor-light nature, operating efficiently on auto-pilot

5 “MUST ASK” QUESTIONS WHEN CONSIDERING A FRANCHISE

Is the franchise backed by at least one year of proven financial performance?

What were membership numbers at start-up, 6 months, 1 year & what is capacity?

Do the itemized build-out costs I have been quoted align realistically with my area?

What are the franchises latest comparable sales, M2M, Y2Y?

Does it feel right?

TESTIMONIALS

“One of Pickleball Kingdom’s Core Belief statements is, ‘Life is better with pickleball.’ I can say that my life is better with Pickleball Kingdom! Becoming a franchisee has been life changing in so many positive ways. Another Core Belief statement is, ‘Our greatest asset is our Community.’ There’s no doubt that the Kingdom Leadership Team views its franchisees not just as partners, but as family. They have been with me every step of the way, which is why I increased my Kingdom club count from 5 to 20… and there will be more!”