Ace Pickleball Club Opens: Ace Pickleball Club is set to open its first indoor facility in Florida on March 31. The new location, situated at 18381 Pasco Business Center Way in Lutz, offers a climate-controlled environment for year-round play, providing relief from Florida’s intense heat.
Membership Model and Offerings
The facility operates like a gym, offering unlimited open play, clinics, tournaments, social events, and equipment demos for a flat monthly fee. Players new to the sport can take advantage of free introductory clinics.
Expansion Plans
Ace Pickleball Club has ambitious growth plans, aiming to open 25 to 30 new locations by the end of 2025. Developments are already in progress in Grand Rapids, Michigan; Brookfield, Wisconsin; Wilmington, Delaware; Frisco, Texas; and various other cities in Michigan, Texas, and New Jersey.
Local Ownership and Community Impact
The Lutz facility is owned by McKinley Cooper, a local entrepreneur and pickleball enthusiast. For Cooper, the sport is deeply personal. “She and her family bonded over the game, often playing together with their father.” Now, she is channeling that passion into a business, providing an indoor playing option for the local community.
Facility Hours
The club will operate from Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Growing Popularity of Pickleball
As pickleball continues to gain popularity, Ace Pickleball Club joins other facilities opening in Tampa Bay, giving more players access to the sport. With its expansion plans, the company is set to contribute significantly to the sport’s surge nationwide.
News in Brief: Ace Pickleball Club Opens
Ace Pickleball Club is opening its first Florida indoor facility in Lutz on March 31, providing unlimited play and programs for all skill levels. The club plans to expand rapidly, with 25 to 30 new locations expected by the end of 2025.
ALSO READ: New ACE Pickleball Club in Moorestown Moves Forward with Zoning Approval