The world of padel is enriched with a new exceptional address: Smash Padel, a 100% indoor complex located a stone's throw from the Paul Ricard – Le Castellet circuit. The official opening will take place on Saturday October 18, 2025, with a clear promise: to place padel at the heart of the experience, between sport, business and conviviality.
A complex designed for everyone
Smash Padel is aimed at both confirmed players and beginners or simply enthusiasts. Visitors will discover a modern and spacious center, designed to provide optimal playing conditions in all seasons.
The club is distinguished by:
- 7 panoramic indoor courts equipped with the latest generation Mondo carpet, with a 10 meter clear height,
- un club house friendly with salad bar and snack area,
- several modern changing rooms,
- un co-working and seminar space, ideal for combining sport and business,
- several outdoor terraces and even a petanque,
- several charging stations for electric vehicles.
Opening hours extend from 9am to 11pm, 7 days a week, With a 24-hour autonomous access reserved for VIP members. At the head of the sports part, Mike Guedj will ensure padel management and monitoring of activities.
An opening under the sign of conviviality
To mark its arrival, Smash Padel organize a Open day on Friday, October 17, 2025, from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.Visitors will be able to explore the facilities, test the pitches, and meet the team. The following day, the club will officially welcome its first members.
A new lease of life for padel in Le Castellet
With this launch, Smash Padel intends to become a unmissable place in the region, combining sporting activities, shared moments and a high-end setting. The ambition is clear: to create a space where padel is experienced both on and off the court.
Visitor information
Address : Smash Padel – Castellet (a stone’s throw from the Paul Ricard circuit)
Contact : + 33 6 85 77 07 92
Mail : club@smash-padel.fr
Application : download now Smash Padel Castellet to join the community.
Smash Padel opens a new chapter for padel in the south of France. Join us on October 18 to write the next chapter of the story.
Franck Binisti discovered padel at the Club des Pyramides in 2009 in the Paris region. Since then, padel has been part of his life. You often see him touring France to cover major French padel events.



















































































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