Summer in Arizona usually comes with one big question: how do you keep kids active when it’s 110 degrees outside? Padel Pals has an answer. The Valley’s first fully indoor padel club is launching its new Summer Camp program, a weekday experience designed to keep kids moving, learning, and socializing inside a fully air-conditioned facility.
Running May 25 through July 3, the camp offers a structured, high-energy alternative to traditional summer routines, blending sport, skill-building, and social play in a setting built specifically for kids. Open to ages 6-12 and all skill levels, the program introduces young players to padel, one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, while emphasizing confidence, teamwork, and fun. Even better, Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) funds are accepted, giving families added flexibility when planning summer activities.
Padel Pals recently opened in Mesa as Arizona’s first fully indoor padel club, featuring seven premium courts inside a 44,000-square-foot facility designed for year-round play. Built with both athletes and families in mind, the space combines professional-level courts with a welcoming, social environment that makes it easy for new players to get started.
“We’ve built Padel Pals to grow the sport from the ground up, and that starts with kids,” says Armando Acevedo, CEO and co-founder of Padel Pals. “Summer camp is an opportunity to introduce a new generation to padel in a way that feels natural, social, and engaging. It’s not just about learning a sport. It’s about creating an environment where kids want to come back, improve, and feel part of something.”
Each weekday session runs Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with early drop-off available for families who need additional flexibility. The program is designed to balance instruction with play, giving kids the chance to build skills while staying active and connected throughout the summer.
Led by coaches from Pereyra’s Padel Academy, the camp focuses on foundational technique in an approachable, fun setting. Small group sizes allow for personalized attention, helping kids progress at their own pace while building friendships along the way.
What to expect at Padel Pals Summer Camp
- A Top-Notch Facility: Fully indoor, climate-controlled courts designed for year-round play, giving kids a consistent, comfortable space to stay active, focused, and energized even during Arizona’s hottest months.
- Coaching: Professional instruction led by experienced coaches from Pereyra’s Padel Academy, with an 8:1 camper-to-coach ratio that ensures individualized guidance, encouragement, and real skill progression.
- Development: A structured, age-appropriate approach that builds coordination, confidence, and athletic fundamentals, helping kids improve while developing a genuine love for movement and sport.
- Play: Daily games, team-based challenges, and tournament-style matches that keep energy high, reinforce skills, and create a fun, motivating sense of friendly competition.
- Connection: A social environment where kids build friendships, learn teamwork, and gain confidence both on and off the court through shared experiences and group play.
- Access: Open to all skill levels, from first-time players picking up a racket for the first time to returning campers looking to sharpen their technique and elevate their game.
- Flexibility: Family-friendly options including early drop-off, multi-week discounts, drop-in days, and acceptance of Arizona ESA funds to make participation more accessible.
“The goal is to help kids be excited about being active,” says Carlos Pereyra, co-founder and head coach of Pereyra’s Padel Academy. “Padel is perfect for that because it is easy to pick up, social by nature, and fun from the first day. At camp, kids are learning, competing, and making friends while building real confidence on the court.”
Weekly camp pricing is $299, with early bird registration available for $269 through May 14. Multi-week packages are available starting at $249 per week, and drop-in days are offered at $75. Spots are limited, and sessions are expected to fill quickly as families look for indoor summer options.
Padel Pals is located at 4945 E. 71st St. in Mesa. For more information and to register, visit padel-pals.com or contact support@padel-pals.com. You can also sign up on the Google form found HERE.
