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A vacant warehouse in Atlanta’s Blandtown area might turn into an attractive spot for pickleball enthusiasts.

The planned Pickleball Club of Georgia would be the largest indoor pickleball facility in the country.


What we know

Terminus Design Group, the architectural firm behind the project, states that the warehouse located on English Street will feature over 30 interior sports courts, a comprehensive fitness center, a culinary area with a bar, an indoor golf simulation zone, multiple event venues, and a retail store for athletic gear.

According to the designers, the concept was awaiting permits following approval from the Atlanta Beltline Design Review Committee.

“PCoG isn’t designed as a single destination; instead, its members can look forward to experiencing an exciting day filled with sports and entertainment. Keep an eye out for stray pickleballs though,” state the designers.

wrote on their website.



Dig deeper

Pickleball spots have been popping up across the city as the sport continues to stay popular with metro Atlanta residents looking for a little friendly competition.

Earlier this month, the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) organized an event.

tournament in Peachtree Corners.

Although numerous community members support pickleball, others have opposed the development of facilities focused on this activity. There has been resistance to a proposal for such developments.

transform an ice skating rink in Alpharetta

A proposed conversion of an area into a pickleball facility for the Atlanta National Pickleball Club has faced opposition from skateboarders and ice hockey communities.


What’s next

The construction of the project is scheduled to begin in the summer of 2025.


The Source

The information for this story was sourced from Terminus Design Group and earlier reports by FOX 5.