About Columbia Racquet Club

Before the sleek Manhattan clubs and resort padel courts, there was Harry Miley and a grassroots dream in Columbia, South Carolina.

Columbia Racquet Club holds a special place in South Carolina padel history as home to the state's first padel court. This isn't a polished commercial facility—it's a labor of love built on the vision, hard work, and perseverance of club owner Harry Miley and a small group of investors who believed in the sport. Their mission was never about financial returns; it was about bringing padel to the Midlands and building community.

The Court

The club features one outdoor padel court—a modest setup that has sparked a growing movement. What started as the only padel court in South Carolina has helped demonstrate the sport's ability to foster camaraderie and pure joy among players of all backgrounds.

The Experience

Columbia Racquet Club operates on a reservation-only basis, giving it an intimate, community feel. To book court time, contact Harry Miley directly. This personal touch reflects the grassroots nature of the club—it's not about corporate efficiency, it's about connecting people through padel.

The steadily growing contingent of players who've discovered padel at Columbia Racquet Club are proof that you don't need a massive facility to make an impact. The club's approach shows the true power of padel: bringing people together, creating friendships, and sharing the sheer joy of this accessible sport.

Location

Columbia Racquet Club is located at 171 Starlight Drive in Columbia, SC, in the heart of South Carolina's capital city. The club is conveniently situated in the western part of Columbia, easily accessible from I-20 and I-26.

Book Your Court

This is grassroots padel at its best. To reserve court time or learn more about the club, contact Harry Miley directly at (803) 315-3095 or email hmileyjr@aol.com. Whether you're a padel veteran or curious newcomer, the Columbia Racquet Club community welcomes you to experience where South Carolina padel began.