The Picklr, an indoor pickleball facility franchisor with headquarters in Kaysville, has announced an aggressive global expansion program and contracted with Salt Lake City commercial real estate company JLL to lead the effort to find suitable locations for facilities. JLL will concentrate its efforts in Canada initially, followed by an international effort, the company said in a release.
Picklr’s franchise locations feature indoor pickleball courts with a number of amenities, including climate-controlled environments, premium lighting and sound systems, unlimited play memberships, Grab & Go cafés and event spaces designed for recreational play, tournaments and community events. The first Canadian location is set to open this year, with plans for 65 locations across Canada.
JLL Senior Managing Director David Nixon, Principal Broker Brandon Rawlins and Senior Associate Bronson Rawlins will work on the The Picklr’s expansion.
“We’re thrilled to partner with The Picklr on their journey to grow the sport of pickleball on a global scale,” said Nixon. “It’s been exciting to witness the explosive growth of this locally born brand. This expansion not only introduces the sport to new markets but also creates a robust international community around pickleball.”
Chris Walker, chief development officer at The Picklr, added, “With over 2.8 million square feet of signed leases across the U.S., The Picklr is now ready to bring our vision and expertise to a global stage. We’re confident that our collaboration with JLL will allow us to provide unparalleled facilities and foster the growth of pickleball worldwide.”