Franchise Process
Bringing our pickleball franchise to your community couldn’t be simpler. The Pickle Pad’s franchise process supports you throughout the franchise application process and gives you the resources you need to hit the ground running. As a member of the Indoor Active Brands family, The Pickle Pad is committed to working with the country’s best vendors, partners, and manufacturers. From your first interaction with us through opening day, you can rely on our team to provide you with world-class training, support, and guidance.
Seven Easy Steps
Inquiry
To get started, fill out our online inquiry form to let us know you’re interested.
Initial Call / Presentation
FDD Review Process
After receiving a copy of our franchise disclosure document (FDD), we’ll meet to discuss the FDD.
During this call, you’ll have plenty of time to ask questions — we want you to make an informed decision.
Franchise Presentation
If both parties agree that The Pickle Pad is a good fit after the initial call, you’ll be invited to complete our application.
Further Discovery Process
As part of the discovery process, you may either visit us in Tallahassee or meet with us virtually so that we can get to know each other better.
Approval Process
The information we gather during the process helps us make a final decision on your application.
Franchise Agreement Sent
The first task you’ll complete as a franchisee is the execution of your franchise agreement. At this time, we’ll also collect your franchise fee.