The Padel Factory Tuam: Booking, Courts & What to Expect

The Padel Factory Tuam: Booking, Courts & What to Expect

The Padel Factory is open! Tuam's new indoor padel venue welcomed its first players in June 2026, bringing the fastest-growing sport in Ireland to north Galway at last. Here's everything you need to know before your first game.

The Essentials

Where: Airglooney Business Park, just off the Tuam bypass, Tuam, Co. Galway
Courts: 3 indoor courts — padel year-round, whatever the Atlantic throws at us
Booking: through the free “The Padel Factory” app (powered by Matchpoint) on the App Store and Google Play — download, register, tap Bookings, pick your slot
Instagram: @padelfactorytuam for opening hours, news and session announcements

Why This Opening Matters

The Padel Factory — the project of Dunmore man Thomas Gleeson — is the first padel venue serving north and east Galway and south Mayo. Until now the nearest indoor courts were in Galway city, so a dedicated three-court facility off the Tuam bypass puts the sport within easy reach of everyone from Castlebar to Athenry. Judging by a packed opening week, the demand was well and truly there.

New to Padel?

Padel is the easiest racket sport to pick up — most people are enjoying proper rallies within their first 20 minutes. It's played in doubles on an enclosed glass court, the serve is underhand, and the walls are part of the game. Get up to speed with our beginner's guide and the rules of padel before your first session, and book with three friends — it's doubles only.

What to Bring

Non-marking court shoes, sportswear, a racket and padel balls. If you're just starting, our padel starter kits bundle a beginner racket, balls, grip and protector from €79.95 with free delivery to Galway — or read our beginner racket guide and browse the full 2026 racket range. Playing a few times a month already? See the best intermediate rackets for 2026.

The Padel Factory FAQs

Is The Padel Factory in Tuam open?
Yes — it opened in June 2026 and courts are bookable now through The Padel Factory app.

How do I book a court?
Download “The Padel Factory” app (App Store or Google Play), register, tap Bookings and choose your date, time and session length.

How many courts are there?
Three indoor courts at Airglooney Business Park, off the Tuam bypass.

Where else can I play padel in Galway?
See our full Galway padel guide, or search every venue in the country with the court finder.

Details like pricing and opening hours are set by the venue — check The Padel Factory app or @padelfactorytuam for the latest.