What Padelmba does

Padelmba (legal entity PNPN SPORTSMBA S.L.) is a Spanish education and certification provider focused on the global padel industry. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Venturada (Madrid) with operational offices in Alcorcón, the company addresses a structural gap in padel by formalizing coach and club management credentials through structured curricula, online and on-site programs, and academic credentials. It targets individual padel coaches, club managers, junior programs, and corporate/federation buyers across more than 60 countries.

The core offering is anchored by three professional certifications (CPC, CPC Plus, CPC Kids) validated by Mexico's SEP-SICyT regulatory body, two 60 ECTS Master's degree programs co-delivered with the University of Murcia, and a catalog of specialized online courses including Certified Padel Manager (€595), Physical Coaching, and Padel Player. Ancillary products include annual school planning tools for clubs, corporate training and consulting services, and free content (e-books, podcast, blog). Delivery is via a proprietary Academy LMS (academy.padelmba.com) and an international channel partner network covering the UK (Game4Padel), Southeast Asia (SEA Padel), Africa (Africa Padel), and the US (Taktika Equity), with named international coaches such as Rubén Rodríguez and Óscar Marhuenda providing endorsement and instruction.

The business model combines one-time and perpetual licenses for individual certifications and courses with academic program fees paid through the University of Murcia partnership, supplemented by professional services revenue from corporate events, consulting, and internal training. Cumulative operating scale includes 15,000+ students enrolled, 2,000+ certifications issued, 500+ coaches trained in Asia, and a headcount of 11–50 employees. There is no public funding disclosure, suggesting a privately funded or bootstrapped growth path. The platform is described as a traditional LMS with no disclosed AI/ML capabilities, and the moat rests on regulatory validation, academic partnership, brand credibility, and channel reach rather than technology differentiation.

Name

Padelmba

Legal name

PNPN SPORTSMBA, S.L.

Website

https://padelmba.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Padelmba is a Spanish education and certification provider for the global padel industry, offering SEP-SICyT-validated coach certifications, University of Murcia Master's degrees, and online courses to coaches, clubs, and players across 60+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports Education and Training

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Project, Quality & Operations (PMP PDUs, Six Sigma, Quality CE) (EDAAALAM)

Keywords

• Padel coach certification
• Padel training programs
• Sports education services
• Padel club management
• Professional coach training

Headquarters

HQ city

Alcorcón

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Professional Certifications: One-time purchase of padel coach certification programs (CPC, CPC Plus, CPC Kids) combining online theoretical content with in-person practical court sessions. Prices vary by certification type.
2. Specialized Online Courses: Self-paced online courses for padel managers, physical preparation, and players. Includes downloadable materials and diploma upon completion. Examples: Certified Padel Manager at 595€.
3. University Master's Degrees: Accredited master's programs (60 ECTS credits) in partnership with University of Murcia. Combines online classes with certification outcomes.
4. Annual School Planning Programs: Digital planning tools for padel schools and clubs covering 36 sessions per level across 9 months, three proficiency levels available.
5. Corporate Training Services: Custom training programs for businesses including corporate padel events, strategic consulting, and integral programs for clubs and schools.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Padelmba delivers online and in-person padel education through professional coach certifications (CPC, CPC Plus, CPC Kids), university-accredited master's degrees, and specialized training programs. The company serves individual coaches, players, club managers, and corporate clients across more than 60 countries with SEP-SICyT institutional validation and University of Murcia academic endorsement.

Product overview

Padelmba is an online and on-site padel training ecosystem offering professional certifications, university master's degrees, specialized online courses, and digital programs for coaches, clubs, players, and enterprises. The portfolio includes three professional certifications (Certified Padel Coach, CPC Plus, and CPC Kids) validated by SEP-SICyT, two university master's degrees with University of Murcia accreditation (60 ECTS each), specialized programs for padel managers and physical coaches, player development courses, annual school planning tools, and corporate services including events and consulting. Free resources include ebooks, podcasts, and a blog. The ecosystem serves over 60 countries with both online-only and hybrid (online + in-person) delivery formats.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Padelmba Academy: Virtual classroom platform for accessing online courses and training materials.
• PressPadel
• Certified Padel Coach
• Certified Padel Manager
• Padel Player

Products and services

• Certified Padel Coach (CPC) Professional certification for aspiring padel coaches and instructors, combining online theoretical content with in-person practical court sessions. Validated by SEP-SICyT with recognition in over 100 countries.
• Certified Padel Coach Level 2 (CPC Plus) Advanced certification for experienced coaches seeking to refresh and update their teaching knowledge and skills. Combines online and in-person components.
• Certified Padel Coach Kids Specialized methodology certification for developing a career as a children's padel coach, focusing on age-appropriate teaching techniques.
• Certified Padel Manager 100% online certification program teaching club and school management, covering administrative control, promotion, customer retention, process optimization, and business profitability. Includes 45+ audiovisual lessons and downloadable materials.
• Physical Coaching for Padel Specialization online course for physical trainers wanting to specialize in competition player training, covering sports science and physical preparation.
• Master's Degree in Padel Training and Sports Management Comprehensive university master's program in padel coaching, covering technique, tactics, physical training, psychology, and sports management. Accredited by University of Murcia with 60 ECTS credits.
• Master's Degree in Padel Club Management and Administration University master's program focused on padel club and school leadership and management. Accredited by University of Murcia with 60 ECTS credits.
• Padel Player Online specialization course for padel players covering technique, tactics, sports psychology, physical preparation, and padel research studies to improve game performance.
• Annual School Planning Full-year lesson planning system for padel schools and clubs with three levels (beginner to advanced), each covering 9 months with 36 sessions per level to unify teaching methodology.
• Corporate Events Team-building padel events for companies, designed to promote corporate wellness and team cohesion through the sport.
• Strategic Consulting Consulting services for padel clubs and schools to develop action plans and improve business performance.
• Internal Training Programs Comprehensive training programs for clubs and schools to certify their employees in padel coaching and management.

Quantifiable outcome

• Certifications valid and recognized in more than 100 countries
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• SIUXminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLeading brand of padel rackets, clothing, and accessories with international presence. Official sponsors of many padel professionals. Direct-from-factory distribution model.
• Game4Padel UKcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFocused on driving padel growth in the UK through professional, well-designed, and sustainable projects. Connects facilities, clubs, and investors to expand padel accessibility.
• SEA PadelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSoutheast Asia padel development through professional training, well-structured academies, and dedicated specialists. Connects players, coaches, and clubs with development opportunities.
• Africa PadelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPioneers of padel in Africa, bringing the world's fastest-growing sport to the continent. Clubs serve as safe social hubs for players of all skill levels.
• Racquet-LinkminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIdentifies opportunities in the racquet sports industry and connects qualified professionals with projects requiring their skills and dedication.
• University of MurciacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner providing institutional endorsement for university master's degrees in padel training and club management. Masters carry 60 ECTS credits and official university accreditation.
• SEP-SICyT (Secretaría de Educación Pública and Secretaría de Innovación, Ciencia y Tecnología of Mexico)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial validation of educational programs providing institutional recognition and legal validity to Padelmba certifications in Mexico and through apostille for Hague Convention countries.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• Playtomic: Largest global padel ecosystem platform connecting players, coaches, and clubs through court bookings and a coach marketplace. Padelmba's certified coaches feed directly into Playtomic's network, making it the most adjacent player in the padel ecosystem.
• Premier Padel: The official professional padel tour succeeding the World Padel Tour. Comparable as the highest-profile institutional padel body and potential certification counterpart, though operating in professional competition rather than coach education.
• Padel Nuestro: Leading Spanish padel equipment retailer and ecosystem player. Adjacent to Padelmba as part of the broader Spanish padel commercial ecosystem, though focused on product retail rather than education.
• SIUX: Leading padel racket, clothing, and accessories brand with international presence and official sponsorships. Listed as a Padelmba commercial partner; an adjacent equipment-side ecosystem player in the global padel market.

Broad incumbents

• Rafa Nadal Academy: Sports academy by the tennis legend offering high-performance training and coaching education programs. Comparable academy-plus-education business model to Padelmba, though focused on tennis rather than padel and operating at a larger global brand scale.
• IMG Academy: Global leader in sports education and athlete development with campus-based and online programs across multiple sports. Comparable academy-education model but at vastly larger scale and broader sport coverage.
• Universidad Europea (Real Madrid Graduate School): Spanish private university offering master's programs in sports management and a high-profile partnership with Real Madrid. Overlaps directly with Padelmba's University of Murcia-endorsed master's degrees in padel training and club management.

Emerging players

• Barça Innovation Hub: FC Barcelona's sports innovation and knowledge platform offering educational programs and consulting for sports professionals. Comparable B2B-facing sports education offering, leveraging elite club branding for credibility.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC0HztwdNRoQjjIMz4mWnx7g
• Facebookfacebook.com/padelmba
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/padelmba
• Instagraminstagram.com/padelmba
• TikToktiktok.com/@padelmba

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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