How many padel venues are in Iraq?

TrustPadel lists 3 padel clubs in Iraq, together offering 7 courts, including Arsha Club, Padelbol, Platinum Gym Najaf.

Where can I find padel courts in Iraq?

Padel venues in Iraq are spread across regions such as Erbil Governorate, Sulaymaniyah, النجف محافظة and cities including Erbil, Khanloq, النجف. Every listing includes court counts, facilities, opening times and booking links.

Is padel popular in Iraq?

Iraq has 3 listed clubs on TrustPadel and the sport is growing quickly. New venues are being added every week.

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Padel Courts in Iraq

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Regions covered

Iraq has 3 padel venues with 7 courts between them. Whether you're a beginner or competitive player, Iraq has options across 3 venues worth exploring.

Every club in Iraq

Arsha ClubOpen now

Khanloq, Sulaymaniyah

Courts · 2Booking · Direct booking

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PadelbolClosed

Erbil, Erbil Governorate

Courts · 4Booking · Direct booking

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Counties / regions in Iraq

Padel Courts in Erbil Governorate Padel Courts in Sulaymaniyah Padel Courts in النجف محافظة

Top cities

Padel near Erbil Padel near Khanloq Padel near النجف

Find specific facilities in Iraq

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Frequently asked questions

How popular is padel in Iraq?TrustPadel

Padel is very new in Iraq, with 3 venues and 7 courts currently available. There is no organised national league or federation, and only a handful of private courts in compounds or hotels may exist informally. Interest is growing through social media and expat communities, but the sport remains largely unknown to the general public.

Where can I play padel in Iraq?TrustPadel

As of now, there are 3 registered padel venues in Iraq, meaning you cannot play at a dedicated public or commercial facility. Some high-end hotels and private sports clubs may have informal courts, but they are not officially listed. Your best bet is to contact local tennis clubs or expat sports groups in Baghdad or Erbil to see if any pop-up courts are in use.

Which cities are the biggest padel hubs in Iraq?TrustPadel

Because there are currently 3 padel venues in Iraq, no city can be called a hub yet. The largest and most internationally connected cities – Baghdad, Basra, and Erbil – are the most likely places for the first courts to open. These cities have the population, wealth, and expat presence to support padel's growth.

Is there a governing body for padel in Iraq?TrustPadel

No national padel federation or governing body exists in Iraq at the moment. With 3 venues in the country, there is no formal structure for tournaments, coaching, or court standards. Once the first courts are built, the creation of a federation will be a key step for the sport's development.

How do padel prices in Iraq compare to neighbouring countries?TrustPadel

Since Iraq has 3 padel venues, there are no local court prices to compare. In neighbouring countries like Jordan, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, court hire typically ranges from $20 to $40 per hour. If and when padel arrives in Iraq, prices are likely to be similar, given the cost of construction and import of equipment.

Are there indoor or outdoor padel courts in Iraq?TrustPadel

With no registered venues in Iraq, there are currently neither indoor nor outdoor padel courts. The consistent weather and ample sunshine make outdoor courts viable for most of the year, while indoor courts would require significant investment. The first facilities will probably be outdoor, as they are cheaper and faster to build.

Iraq has 3 padel venues and 7 courts, placing it at the very beginning of its padel journey. The country’s rich sporting culture has yet to embrace this fast-growing racket sport, and no dedicated public or commercial courts have been built so far. Despite this, there is quiet interest from expat communities and sports enthusiasts who have seen padel abroad.

This puts Iraq behind neighbours such as Jordan and Saudi Arabia, where padel is enjoying a boom. But the absence of infrastructure also offers a unique opportunity for early movers – both players and investors. With the right vision, padel could quickly gain traction in urban centres like Baghdad, Basra, and Erbil, where demand for new sports is strong.

For now, anyone looking for a game in Iraq will need to travel to nearby countries. The good news is that the groundwork is being laid, and the first 3 venues may not be far away – the moment they open, they’ll be easy to find here.