Shared activity beats small talk
A game gives you something to do with your hands and a reason to talk. Conversations start naturally, and they're far easier to pick up again afterwards.
Waitlist open · not a ticket
More business gets done on a court than over a croissant.
A different kind of local business networking. Play padel, share a pizza, and make the introductions that actually matter — in St Albans, on a Tuesday lunchtime. Beginner-friendly. Small group.
No payment taken now. Expected price around £45, subject to venue confirmation.
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16–24 people
A small group, curated so the right people meet.
Why this works
Another breakfast meeting won't change your pipeline.
Most networking is the same room, the same lanyards, the same small talk. Doing something together changes the dynamic — you remember the people you actually played alongside.
Memorable, not forgettable
You'll remember the person you partnered with on court long after a business card has gone in the bin. Memory is where referrals come from.
Curated, not crowded
We keep the group small and ask who you'd like to meet, so pairings and introductions are intentional — not just whoever you happen to stand next to.
The format
Roughly how an afternoon runs.
A relaxed couple of hours — no experience needed, all equipment provided, and a proper introduction for everyone in the room.
First
Arrive & warm up
Coffee, a friendly welcome, and a quick briefing. Come as you are — we'll sort the basics.
Then
Play padel
Easy-to-learn doubles on the court. Beginner-friendly coaching so everyone can join in and have fun.
Next
Pizza & introductions
Refuel together. Everyone gets a short introduction slot — who you are and who you'd love to meet.
Finally
Useful connections
Leave with a handful of genuine local contacts and a reason to follow up. Real relationships, not a stack of cards.
16–24 people
Tue lunchtime / early afternoon
~£45 expected, if it goes ahead
All kit & pizza included
Who it's for
Local people who grow through introductions.
If your business runs on trust and referrals, this is your room. No hard sell, no pyramid energy — just useful people worth knowing.
Photo of the group
Drop in a warm, candid shot of local professionals mid-conversation.
How the waitlist works
Register interest now. Nothing's locked in yet.
We're gauging demand before we confirm dates and pricing with the venue. Joining the waitlist simply puts you first in line.
Tell us you're interested
Fill in the short form below. It takes two minutes — no payment, no commitment.
We confirm the details
Once we've finalised the date, venue and price with the studio, you'll be the first to know.
You decide
We'll invite you to claim a place. Only then would any booking or payment happen — entirely your choice.
We curate the room
We use your "who I'd like to meet" answers to pair people thoughtfully on the day.