How One Urban Pickleball Club Turned Space Constraints into an Advantage
In the heart of New York City’s bustling pickleball scene, Gotham Pickleball has seen strong early traction and positive community...
With over a decade spent covering the business side of sports and fitness, Rachel Chonko brings a wealth of experience and a true passion for active communities to Peake Media. As Editor-in-Chief, she’s focused on helping pickleball clubs and fitness facilities thrive, from guiding growth strategies to showcasing the latest industry trends. Rachel also hosts the Club Solutions Magazine Podcast, where she interviews leaders in fitness and pickleball to share insights and success stories with the wider community to give her listeners a competitive edge.
After taking up pickleball herself, Rachel has come to appreciate the sport’s unique blend of social connection and active living — a mix that’s perfectly in line with her editorial philosophy. Connect with her on LinkedIn, or check out her articles below for a deep dive into the energy and culture driving pickleball’s rapid rise.
In the heart of New York City’s bustling pickleball scene, Gotham Pickleball has seen strong early traction and positive community...
Pickleball’s explosive growth has brought opportunity — and risk. As new facilities open across the country, many operators are racing...
PickleRage, a growing indoor pickleball club operator, is continuing its nationwide expansion with 17 new franchise agreements signed in 2025....
The Picklr expands Down Under with plans to open 50 indoor pickleball clubs across Australia and New Zealand. As the...
When a neighborhood in Aurora, Colorado, set out to convert aging tennis courts into a pickleball haven, the intention was...
The Pickle Parlor is proving autonomous pickleball facilities can thrive — even in small footprints — thanks to tech, flexibility...
Discover how Ted Angelo of The Hub turned a bold idea into a booming pickleball business. In this Q&A, he...
The Picklr Fort Collins, currently under construction at Jessup Farm Artisan Village in Colorado, represents a new chapter for the...
The Picklr, an indoor pickleball franchise, is continuing its global expansion with a bold move into the Japanese market. In...
Ensure your facility's credibility and elevate the sport with proper pickleball pro certification. Learn why hiring certified coaches is essential...
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