Padel & Friends is a vibrant new indoor padel facility in Ottawa, offering an energetic and welcoming environment for players of all skill levels, complete with modern amenities including a pro shop. The club will feature social events, open matches and tournament play. They recently partnered with Ottawa-based VESA Consulting, a sports performance and event management firm founded in 2011, to help develop and launch the club’s three state‑of‑the‑art courts and its full suite of offerings. This collaboration includes the appointment of Jorge Vila Jr as the inaugural Director of Padel, combining VESA’s experience in racket sports with Padel & Friends’ mission to grow the padel community in Canada.