Padel Brisbane - The Gap

Padel Brisbane - The Gap sits inside The Gap Health and Racquet Club at 200 Settlement Rd, The Gap QLD 4061. Launched in late 2024, it is Brisbane’s first dedicated padel Brisbane The Gap padel club.

The venue brings padel to the western suburbs with four outdoor courts, a roster of qualified coaches and a social programme designed to welcome newcomers and challenge experienced players alike.

The club operates within a broader health and racquet complex that also houses a gym, physiotherapy clinic, pilates studio, tennis courts, strength and conditioning facility and Vecino Cafe. That mix of services means players can combine a padel session with a workout, a recovery treatment or a coffee without leaving the grounds.

The padel courts

Padel Brisbane - The Gap has four outdoor padel courts surfaced with artificial grass. All four courts are floodlit, allowing evening play well after sunset. The courts are set up for doubles, which is the standard format for padel.

Seating surrounds the courts so spectators and waiting players can watch matches in comfort. Equipment hire is available on site - racquets and balls can be picked up from the clubhouse during staffed hours or from a self-service vending machine after hours. That vending machine is a practical touch for early morning and late evening players.

Booking and access

Court bookings run through MATCHi, available via the website or the MATCHi mobile app on iOS and Android. There are two booking types. A standard court booking lets you reserve a court and bring your own group. A social booking connects you with other players looking for a game.

The courts are open Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm and on weekends from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm. Court hire pricing starts from around $40 AUD per hour. Members receive discounted rates on both court hire and social sessions. Contact the venue directly at play@padelbrisbane.co or call (07) 2141 9061 for current rates and membership options.

Social sessions are priced per person. The Intro to Padel session is free, making it one of the lowest-barrier entry points for new players in Brisbane. Rookie and intermediate sessions range from $14.50 to $29 per person, with members paying $5 to $10 less per session. A dedicated Ladies Only session runs at $15 per person.

Padel coaching programme and social play

Four coaches operate at Padel Brisbane - The Gap, each offering private lessons. Adam Hameed, originally from the UK, has coached padel at multiple clubs across Australia and brings over 20 years of coaching experience across several sports. His private lessons range from $40 for a solo player up to $100 for groups of two to four.

Nige Waugh is a Padel MBA-qualified international coach who represented Australia at the 2024 Masters Padel World Championships in Spain. A former professional rugby player, Nige brings a strategic approach to his coaching. His private sessions are priced at $100 per hour.

Marti Jorda offers lessons at $45 for a 90-minute session for one to four players, making him a cost-effective option for group bookings. Gaizka Hidalgo rounds out the coaching team. Court and ball costs are typically included in lesson pricing. Racquet hire is available for those who need it.

The social programme runs multiple weekly sessions graded by level - from beginner rookies through to upper intermediate and open-level play. These organised sessions are the heartbeat of the padel community at The Gap and a reliable way to find regular playing partners.

Best for

Beyond the padel courts, The Gap Health and Racquet Club offers a full suite of facilities. The on-site gym was renovated in late 2025 with all new equipment. Physiologix provides physiotherapy and sports massage. Brisbane Pilates runs classes in a dedicated studio. The club also has a sauna and recovery area.

Vecino Cafe serves food and coffee, giving players a spot to refuel after a match. Free parking is available on site. The venue is located in a residential area of The Gap, roughly 10 kilometres west of Brisbane CBD.

Padel Brisbane also operates a second location at Landers Pocket near Brisbane Airport, which opened in early 2025 with another four courts. Both venues book through the same MATCHi platform. Corporate and function bookings are available for groups wanting to use padel as a team-building activity.

Four coaches offer private lessons and group sessions at Padel Brisbane - The Gap. Nige Waugh is a Padel MBA-qualified international coach who represented Australia at the 2024 Masters Padel World Championships. Adam Hameed has over 20 years of coaching experience across multiple sports.