Powerhouse Padel has launched at Hanover Place in Coleraine with the support of Investment Fund for Northern Ireland, managed by Whiterock.
The old warehouse was converted into five indoor padel courts by founders Elliott McKew and Simon Moutray.
A racket game, padel is one of the world’s fastest growing sports, proving particularly popular with students and young professionals.
Powerhouse Padel is the first dedicated padel facility in the Causeway area and will provide court rental by the hour, seven days a week.
It will also host padel tournaments, social nights, coaching sessions, and kids’ camps during the school holidays. The facility will also provide equipment rental, with plans for a shop selling equipment.
From left, Elliott McKew and Simon Moutray of Powerhouse Padel and Una Warnock of Whiterock
Operated by the British Business Bank and managed by Whiterock, the £70m Investment Fund for Northern Ireland offers debt finance and equity investment to businesses at different growth stages. The debt fund offers loans of £25,000 up to £2m.
Mr McKew said: “We’re thrilled to open Powerhouse Padel in the heart of Coleraine. The cutting-edge padel centre features five premium indoor courts and will be a vibrant hub for the local community, offering opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy one of the world’s fastest growing sports.
From left, Elliott McKew of Powerhouse Padel, Una Warnock of Whiterock and Simon Moutray, Powerhouse Padel
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“From tournaments and coaching sessions to kids camps and social nights, Powerhouse Padel is set to bring something truly special to the town. We’re incredibly grateful for the support of Whiterock, whose funding has helped bring this vision to life.”
Una Warnock, investment director at Whiterock, said: “We’re proud to support Powerhouse Padel’s exciting new venue in Coleraine through the Investment Fund for Northern Ireland.
“This marks a significant moment for the north west, bringing a new and exciting sport to the region and we believe that Elliott and Simon have spotted a unique opportunity creating the only padel courts in the Causeway area.”