How popular is padel in Uzbekistan?TrustPadel▾
Padel is not yet established in Uzbekistan, with 3 registered venues and 8 courts currently available. Unlike neighbouring Kazakhstan, where the sport has started to take off, Uzbekistan has no dedicated padel clubs or public courts, so mainstream popularity remains low. However, local tennis and fitness communities are aware of the sport, and interest is slowly growing.
Where can I start playing padel in Uzbekistan?TrustPadel▾
There are currently 3 padel venues in Uzbekistan, so finding a court isn't possible through official listings. The best approach is to contact private tennis clubs in Tashkent or check with hotel sports facilities, as some have installed temporary padel courts for guests. If you're serious about starting, consider travelling to Almaty in Kazakhstan, which is a short flight and has operational padel centres.
Which cities in Uzbekistan are the biggest hubs for padel?TrustPadel▾
None of Uzbekistan's cities have a dedicated padel venue yet, which means the hub is effectively undefined. Tashkent, the capital and largest city, is the most likely candidate for future development due to its size and number of international residents. Samarkand and Bukhara attract many tourists but lack sports infrastructure for padel entirely. The entire country still has 3 venues and 8 courts to its name.
Is there a padel governing body in Uzbekistan?TrustPadel▾
Not currently. There is no official padel federation or national governing body for the sport in Uzbekistan, and the existing tennis federation has not announced a padel subdivision. This means there is no national ranking system, no sanctioned tournaments, and no pathway for players to compete officially. The absence of a governing body is one of the main reasons the country has 3 venues and 8 courts at this stage.
How do padel prices in Uzbekistan compare with neighbouring countries?TrustPadel▾
Since Uzbekistan currently has 3 venues and 8 courts, there is no local price to compare. In Kazakhstan, the nearest active market, court hire typically costs around £10–£20 per hour depending on the city and time. If Uzbekistan's first venues follow regional trends, prices would likely sit in a similar range, with Tashkent possibly skewing higher due to demand. For now, the cost of playing padel in Uzbekistan is effectively the cost of flying to a country that has courts.
Are padel courts in Uzbekistan indoor or outdoor?TrustPadel▾
With 3 venues and 8 courts in Uzbekistan, the question of indoor or outdoor hasn't been answered yet because no courts exist. When padel eventually arrives, the country's hot summers and mild winters mean open-air courts with shade structures would be the most practical and affordable choice. Indoor courts would only make sense in Tashkent for winter use, but they require significant investment, which is unlikely while the sport is still at zero infrastructure.