Palma Sport and Tennis Club

What Palma Sport and Tennis Club does

Palma Sport & Tennis Club is a privately-held, members-only sports and social club operating from a single campus at C/ Joan Maria Thomas 4 in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, legally owned by Langosta Hotel y Restaurante SL as part of the Portixol Group hospitality conglomerate. Originally founded in 1964 as Mallorca Tennis Club and designed by Francesc Mitjans (architect of Camp Nou), the facility was comprehensively renovated by Rafael Vidal in 2013 and reopened under its current name in 2015 with sustainability upgrades including geothermal climate control, solar hot water, a salt water pool, and electric vehicle chargers. The club is open daily from 07:00 to 23:00 and offers five core product lines — sports and tennis (five floodlit clay courts with a 1,200-seat center court and over 280 weekly fitness classes), spa and wellness (Finnish, Turkish, and infrared saunas, sports massage, physiotherapy, CBT and holistic therapy), a Mediterranean bistro with daily local products, a 15-20 station co-working workspace with meeting rooms, and tiered memberships — and it also hosts the annual ATP Champions Tour Legends Cup event.

The business model is a recurring subscription model anchored on four membership tiers (Basic Gym at €145/month, Fitness at €185/month, Tennis at €185/month, and Tennis & Fitness at €265/month), plus a €450 one-time joining fee, an annual Vacation Member option at €500/year, non-member daily/weekly/monthly fitness passes (€90/€275/€460), tennis court rentals (€40/hour), personal training (€65-€80/hour), Pilates and group classes (€22-€45), workspace subscription (€425/month + VAT), and wellness services such as sports massage (€110/60 minutes). The membership funnel operates through online pre-registration followed by an in-person final registration with a facility tour, and demand is characterized by an average four-year waiting list, indicating supply-constrained rather than rapidly scaling demand. Marketing relies on the bilingual website (palmatennis.com), social media, the Gym-up mobile app for scheduling and reservations, word-of-mouth referrals via a structured "reference partner" field in the application, and recurring community events (Summer Toast, Christmas Toast with La Vinoteca, Mallorca Entrepreneurs networking group).

The platform is supported by modest but specific technology infrastructure: the Gym-up app for class scheduling and court reservations, the geothermal and solar sustainability systems, and the salt water pool using natural rather than chemical disinfection; no proprietary software, API, SDK, or AI/ML capability is disclosed. The competitive positioning rests on intangible brand heritage (the Mitjans architecture and ATP Legends Cup hosting), network effects from an exclusive community spanning 19 nationalities, the curated talent pool of 23+ named trainers and sponsored elite athletes, and the physical distribution advantage of consolidating courts, pool, spa, dining, and workspace at a single central Palma location. Customer concentration is low in revenue terms (predominantly individual local members plus distributed day-pass and ancillary revenue), but the single-site footprint constitutes a structural concentration of operating risk.

Name

Palma Sport and Tennis Club

Legal name

Langosta Hotel y Restaurante SL

Website

https://palmatennis.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Palma Sport & Tennis Club is a privately-held members-only sports and social club in Palma de Mallorca, operating from a single heritage campus with five clay tennis courts, a spa, a bistro, and a co-working space, serving local residents, vacation members, and day-pass visitors through tiered subscriptions and ancillary services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports and Social Club

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Spectator Sports (71121)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Tennis & Racquet Sports Clubs (Tennis, Padel, Pickleball, Squash) (MPAKABAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Tennis & Racquet Sports Facilities (MPAKAEAE), Group Fitness, Personal Training & Wellness Coaching (EDALAIAE), Specialty Membership Clubs (Category-Focused) (CRAEADAI)

Keywords

• Sports club membership
• Tennis club facilities
• Fitness and wellness services
• Spa and recovery
• Co-working workspace

Headquarters

HQ city

Palma De Mallorca

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Recurring monthly membership fees across multiple tiers (Basic Gym €145/month, Fitness €185/month, Tennis €185/month, Tennis & Fitness €265/month) with annual fees and joining fees. Also includes Vacation Member annual option at €500/year with weekly activations.
2. Non-Member Day Passes: Daily (€90), weekly (€275), and monthly (€460) fitness passes for non-members
3. Tennis Court Rentals: Court rental at €40/hour for non-members, with additional coaching fees
4. Personal Training & Classes: Personal training sessions at €65-80/hour, group Pilates machines at €22-45/class, directed classes at €35/person/class
5. Workspace Membership: Monthly co-working space rental at €425/month + VAT including commercial address, meeting rooms, WiFi, and club access
6. Spa & Wellness Services: Sports massage therapy (€110/60 min), nutritional counseling available

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Palma Sport and Tennis Club operates a private, members-only sports and social club in Palma de Mallorca offering tennis (5 clay courts with center court), 200+ weekly fitness classes (Pilates, Yoga, Cycling, Cross Training, Body Pump, Swimming), spa and wellness services, a Mediterranean bistro, and a co-working workspace. Members pay recurring monthly or annual fees across multiple tiers, with separate pay-as-you-go options for non-member day passes, tennis court rentals, personal training, and spa treatments.

Product overview

Palma Sport & Tennis Club is a modern social club offering a comprehensive range of sports, wellness, and hospitality services. The club operates as a unified offering combining five core product lines: Sports & Tennis Classes (with over 220 weekly fitness classes and 5 clay tennis courts), Spa & Wellness (featuring saunas, massage, and therapy services), Bistró Restaurant (Mediterranean cuisine and healthy options), Workspace (flexible office space with meeting facilities), and various Membership tiers (Basic Gym, Fitness, Tennis, Tennis & Fitness, and Vacation Member). The club also hosts the annual Legends Cup Palma ATP Champions Tour event. All services are accessible through membership programs ranging from entry-level Basic Gym to comprehensive Tennis & Fitness packages, with non-member day passes and personal training add-ons available.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sports & Tennis Classes
• Spa & Wellness
• Bistró Restaurant
• Workspace
• Basic Gym Membership Entry-level membership offering gym, cardio, and functional room access, plus outdoor swimming pool, towel, and water service.
• Fitness Membership Mid-tier monthly membership including gym access, cardio, functional room, outdoor pool, directed classes, and SPA access.
• Tennis Membership Tennis-focused monthly membership including court access with right to make 2 court reservations per month, plus gym and cardio facilities.
• Tennis & Fitness Membership Comprehensive monthly membership combining tennis and fitness benefits with right to make 3 court reservations per month, plus outdoor pool and SPA access.
• Vacation Member Annual membership option with weekly activation rates for Basic Gym, Fitness, Tennis, or Tennis & Fitness tiers, designed for international visitors who use the club periodically.
• Non-Member Daily Fitness Pass Daily, weekly, and monthly fitness passes for non-members, providing short-term access to club facilities without full membership commitment.
• Tennis Court Rental Hourly tennis court rentals and tennis classes (1-3 person rates) available to non-members, with separate hourly rates and coaching-inclusive packages.
• Personal Training Personalized training sessions with specialized trainers, with member and non-member hourly rates and a 10-session bundle available to members.
• Personal Training by Discipline Specialized training delivered by named trainers across cycling, body pump, TRX, Pilates, Yoga, swimming, cross training, and other disciplines.
• Workspace Membership Monthly co-working membership at 425 EUR/month + VAT, including flexible workstation, commercial address, meeting rooms, high-speed WiFi, club access, locker, prints, refreshments, and company advertising.
• Spa Access Spa facility access bundled with Fitness and Tennis & Fitness memberships and available as a wellness service for non-members.
• Sports Massage Therapy Sports massage delivered by Carolina Senders (28 years of experience), focused on muscle recovery, injury prevention, and performance improvement, available on scheduled days and times.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT sessions with Susanne Willfors helping clients cope with life challenges and develop practical strategies to interrupt negative cycles.
• Holistic Energy Therapy Holistic therapy with Mirjam Wagner specializing in fascia work and addressing both physical and emotional issues through a unique therapeutic approach.
• Legends Cup Palma Annual ATP Champions Tour tennis tournament hosted at the club in partnership with Reyes del Tenis, bringing together legendary tennis players for nostalgic, competitive tournaments each autumn.
• Bistro Food & Beverage Service Daily food and beverage service at the on-site bistro and terrace, serving Mediterranean products, freshly squeezed juices, and healthy meal options to members and visitors.
• Pre-Registration / Membership Waiting List Non-binding pre-registration process for the membership waiting list, with an average current wait time of approximately 4 years before an opening is offered.

Quantifiable outcome

• 200-280+ fitness classes offered weekly
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Mallorca EntrepreneurscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 November 2023Business networking community founded at Palma Sport & Tennis Club in November 2023. Over 50 members representing 19 nationalities, hosting 25+ annual events. Reflects the club's role as a hub for international professionals.
• Mallorca PreservationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental organization dedicated to preservation of Mediterranean coasts and Balearic land. Palma Sport & Tennis Club participates in educational and preservation projects.
• Almas MarinasminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMarine conservation organization. Club supports through social and cultural sustainability actions.
• Fundación Palma AquariumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMarine education and preservation foundation based in Mallorca. Club supports through environmental initiatives.
• RANAminorOthersCharity supporting children suffering abuse. Club provides support for community improvement projects through job placement initiatives.
• Amadip EsmentminorOthersFoundation providing job placement for people with disabilities. Club supports through employment inclusion programs.
• Mallorca IntegraminorOthersOrganization focused on employment integration. Club collaborates for community support initiatives.
• La VinotecacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual collaboration for Summer Toast and Christmas Toast wine tasting events. La Vinoteca provides wine selection and sommelier expertise for club member celebrations. Recurring annual partnership.
• Reyes del TeniscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost organization for Legends Cup Palma, ATP Champions Tour event. Reyes del Tenis is the main partner hosting prestigious tennis tournaments at the club.
• OYSHOminorOthersAthletic apparel brand sponsoring athlete Yessica Pérez Torrente who represents Palma Sport & Tennis Club. Part of athlete sponsorship program.
• Team MaverickminorOthersSailing team competing in offshore races. Sailor Sean McCarter competes from Palma while training at the club.
• HydrateminorOthersSwedish coconut water beverage brand. Products available at Palma Sport & Tennis Club as hydration options for members.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• David Lloyd Leisure: UK-headquartered premium sports and leisure club chain with Spanish sites offering tennis, fitness, swimming, spa and family programming. Highly comparable end-to-end offering (tennis-led, multi-sport, family/wellness memberships) but operates a multi-site portfolio.
• Club Metropolitan: Spain's largest premium fitness chain, offering memberships across fitness, classes, spa and wellness at multiple urban locations. Comparable product/market overlap (premium fitness + spa + classes) but operates as a multi-site chain rather than a single heritage club.
• Holmes Place Spain: International premium fitness and wellness club brand with Spanish locations offering memberships, group classes, personal training, spa and family amenities. Overlaps on premium tiered membership, classes, and spa but as a chain operator.

Others

• Soho House: Global private members club combining workspace, dining, wellness, fitness and social events with a waiting-list-based membership model. Comparable on membership-club economics, waiting-list exclusivity, and lifestyle/wellness programming rather than direct tennis competition.

Direct peers

• La Manga Club: Spanish sports and leisure resort in Murcia with tennis academies, fitness, spa, golf, dining and accommodation under one brand. Directly comparable as a Spanish sports-led lifestyle destination combining tennis, wellness, dining, and events.
• Club de Campo Villa de Madrid: Madrid's premier private sports and social club offering tennis, golf, equestrian, fitness, dining and events to members. Comparable in scope (multi-sport + social + dining) and as a single-site Spanish heritage private members club.
• Club de Tenis Chamartín: Private tennis and paddle club in Madrid with multi-sport facilities and member social programming. Comparable as a Spanish private tennis-centric members club with social club dimensions.
• Real Club de Tenis Barcelona 1899: Spain's historic private tennis club founded in 1899, offering membership-based tennis, fitness, social and dining facilities. Closest Spanish analogue in terms of tennis heritage, membership exclusivity, and multi-sport social club positioning.
• Real Sociedad Hípica Española: Exclusive private members club in Madrid with equestrian, tennis, fitness, dining and social programming. Closely comparable heritage-driven, multi-sport Spanish private club with similar premium positioning and waiting-list dynamics.

Emerging players

• The Core Club: New York-based private members club integrating fitness, wellness, coworking, dining and social events in a single premium facility. Comparable integrated lifestyle-club model and pricing-power dynamics, though in a different geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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