(Planned 0pening fall of 2026)
(Planned Opening Fall of 2026)
Welcome to LCIPBC!
The Low Country Indoor Pickleball Club, LLP (LCIPBC) is thrilled to announce its plans for the development of a state-of-the-art 16-court indoor pickleball facility in Hardeeville, SC. This exclusive club will boast full professional-sized courts measuring 64×34, offering players a superior playing experience compared to standard courts. In addition, movable bleachers will be provided for tournaments, ensuring a comfortable viewing experience for spectators.
Each court will be enclosed for privacy, and top-of-the-line cushioning will be installed to enhance player comfort and safety. Strategically located in the heart of one of the fastest-growing areas in South Carolina, just off Rt 170 and 278 in Hardeeville, SC, bordering Bluffton, the club will be easily accessible to residents in the surrounding area.
Why Pickleball?
Fastest growing participation sport in the US.
Pickleball grew in 2023 to 13.6 million players in the United States, according to the 2024 Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) Topline Participation Report. In the report, the SFIA also announced that pickleball continues to be the fastest-growing sport in America, having grown 51.8% from 2022 to 2023, and an incredible 223.5% in four years since 2020. The Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA), the #1 source for sport and fitness research, is the leading global trade association of manufacturers, retailers, and marketers in the sports products and fitness industry.
According to the USTA’s own report, pickleball experienced over 50% growth in 2023, the last year surveyed. According to the USTA’s own numbers, pickleball is set to overtake tennis in the overall number of US players by the end of 2026!
Contributor, Todd Boss
Contributor, Todd Boss writes about Pickleball, the fastest growing sport in the USA. From Forbes Jan 25, 2024
“The massive increase in demand for courts is clearly what is fueling the massive investment in indoor pickleball court creation. Various studies claim that the market needs $900 million of investment/construction to meet current demand, or that the country needs 25,000 new courts to be built immediately.
When will we see an oversaturation of the market? Not for a while. The divergent directions of the facilities clearly show that, like the difference between a real golf course and a Topgolf, there are going to be two distinct markets for the pickleball consumer. Regular, serious players will focus on the locations that “feel” more like the open play park they grew up on, while casual/inquisitive prospective players may see the food-heavy entertainment facility as a fun way to try the sport with no pressure. Sure, there’s going to be overlap between the two groups (I’m a serious pickleball player but would absolutely visit a Chicken N Pickle if it were in my town with my wife and son), but distinct patterns of behavior likely will become borne out.
Why Indoor Pickleball
- The region’s weather conditions, including scorching summers, chilly winters, frequent rain, and strong winds, make outdoor play less than ideal.
- The demand for recreational facilities in Bluffton and Hardeeville, especially in 55+ communities like Margaretville, Hilton Head Lakes, Sun City, and Riverton, is skyrocketing!
- While some places offer pickleball courts, there simply aren’t enough to meet the needs of the population, making it a challenge to book court time.
- We are ready to step in and fill this crucial gap in the market by providing a top-of-the-line facility that caters to the increasing demand for recreational activities in the area.
- Get ready for an exciting new era of fun and fitness in Bluffton and Hardeeville!