When thinking about Asia and padel, the first region that inevitably comes to mind is the Middle East and the impact of several major Gulf monarchies: Qatar above all — since QSI owns Premier Padel — but also the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, which have hosted several stages of the tour and, in Kuwait’s case, even the World Championships for pairs. Several thousand kilometers away, while still nominally in Asia, growth has been slower and more gradual so far, though the numbers are beginning to look increasingly compelling.
This is the case in Southeast Asia and Indonesia, the world’s fourth most populous country with around 286 million inhabitants. According to the Indonesia Padel Report 2025, a study conducted by Core & Court – Growell, although Indonesia started later than other countries in the region, the archipelago has experienced a decisive turning point over the past year, positioning itself as one of the nations with the greatest growth potential and an expansion still to be fully defined. The report describes it as “the next major market to watch in the region.”
Indonesia’s padel boom in numbers
The data confirms remarkable progress, indicating strong investor confidence and a rapidly expanding player base. In 2025, Indonesia recorded a 295% increase in the number of clubs. Over 700 clubs are expected to be operational by 2026.
As for courts, more than 1,580 were built in 2025 alone. Projections estimate over 6,700 courts by 2032, corresponding to an annual growth rate of 74%. More than 20,000 enthusiasts are believed to be fueling this ecosystem.
Growth is especially concentrated in the capital, Jakarta, and in neighbouring Banten province, which attracts investment thanks to lower infrastructure and land costs. Its proximity to the capital and average court prices 15–20% lower than Jakarta make Banten an ideal location for scalable development.
In Bali — where the market developed earlier than in the rest of the country — growth is more modest: clubs increased by 10% over the past year, a figure reflecting a mature market that now prioritizes quality over quantity.
Pricing strategies and digital adoption
A key driver of mass adoption in Indonesia is price accessibility. The Indonesian padel market is the most affordable in the region, with average hourly rates 39–67% lower than in mature markets such as Singapore, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. There is also a clear segmentation of prices based on location:
-
Premium segment (423K–431K IDR/hour): Bali and Jakarta (with maximum rates reaching 850K IDR), supported by tourism and wealthier demographics.
-
Mid/Entry segment (200K–336K IDR/hour): Regions such as West Java, East Java and Central Sulawesi maintain lower prices to “court” a broader audience.
Another noteworthy element is the digitalization of padel clubs and courts: all rely on apps such as AYO and Courtside.
The full report can be downloaded at this link.
