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We love pickleball because it opens the door to growth, both on and off the court. At Palmera Pickleball, we pair world-class coaching with unforgettable experiences in stunning destinations, crafting every moment to elevate your game and your journey.

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Palmera Pickleball is a different kind of pickleball company. We focus on building high-quality experiences that connect sport, community, and lifestyle in a practical, authentic way.

Headquartered in the Cayman Islands, Palmera operates globally, investing in both physical destinations and digital platforms that support player development, competition, and memorable travel experiences centered on pickleball.

At the core of our work is a commitment to quality, hospitality, and building something people genuinely want to be part of.

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Engineered for Excellence

Our inaugural development starts in Tola, Nicaragua, where we are building The Venue, a premier racquet sports facility, in collaboration with Johns Design & Consulting (JDC).

Located on Nicaragua’s Emerald Coast, The Venue will feature covered, pro-level pickleball courts as its core offering, alongside padel courts and a fully equipped training gym. Designed to support high-level competition while fostering community, The Venue is set to become Central America’s hub for talent development and large-scale events.

This is just the beginning.

The Modern Athlete’s Playground

Palmera is a pickleball company focused on sport, content, and community. We create experiences for players who train, travel, and live actively. With the upcoming launch of PalmeraSports.Life, our digital platform will offer accessible training content and a growing online community players can tap into from anywhere.

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Be Part of the Journey

Palmera is moving into its next phase, with new projects taking shape. The PalmeraSports.Life Digital Academy is planned to launch in the near future, with The Venue to follow as development progresses. Subscribe to receive updates, progress announcements, and early access to programs, events, and opportunities as they come online.

Ways to Enjoy

Moneyballs

Face off in various formats for prize money.

Drill Clubs

Organized, focused drill sessions for those serious about developing.

Community Play

Scheduled open play allows you to mix in with fellow pickleballers.

Lessons

Private or group lessons to help level-up your skills.

Tournaments

Organized competitions at Palmera's Venue in Rancho Santana, Nicaragua.

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Building Palmera The Right Way

Published on
February 2, 2026
A candid CEO update on Palmera’s early lessons, hard decisions, and the disciplined path toward breaking ground.
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Building Palmera The Right Way

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A work in progress

Palmera Pickleball is currently in the R&D phase. We hope to break ground in 2026, aiming to build what will become key infrastructure for international pickleball.

In the meantime, we are grinding pickleball. Follow our Road To 5.0 docuseries to share the journey.

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Project Update: Land, Design, and What Comes Next
Geoff Bourgeois
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Geoff Bourgeois

Project Update: Land, Design, and What Comes Next

Published on
March 20, 2026
We’re advancing on the land purchase and finalizing design. Permits are the next step—and once approved, construction begins.
Let Them Play
Geoff Bourgeois
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Geoff Bourgeois

Let Them Play

Published on
February 24, 2026
In professional pickleball, fans often ask how long stars like Ben Johns and Anna Leigh Waters can sustain their dominance. This short essay explores greatness, longevity, growth mindset, and the pressure placed on elite athletes, arguing that sustainable excellence depends on joy, discipline, and an abundance mindset.
The Top 10 Rookie Mistakes Holding Pickleball Players Back
Geoff Bourgeois
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Geoff Bourgeois

The Top 10 Rookie Mistakes Holding Pickleball Players Back

Published on
January 19, 2026
Discover the top 10 rookie mistakes holding pickleball players back—and what pros do differently to improve faster, think more clearly, and raise their ceiling.
Jeremy Bourgeois' Pickleball Journey So Far
Jeremy Bourgeois
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Jeremy Bourgeois

Jeremy Bourgeois' Pickleball Journey So Far

Published on
January 15, 2026
In this post, Jeremy recaps his pickleball journey so far, from reluctantly stepping onto the court to competing in PPA events, earning coaching certifications, and building a deeper role in the sport as a player, coach, and ambassador.
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