Wesley Chapel, FL – August 23, 2024 – The Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) and Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) are proud to announce a remarkable 20% growth in membership over the past year, solidifying their positions as leading global coaching organizations. The combined membership among PTR and its umbrella organizations has surged from 19,000 to 23,000 members. While PPR alone has now officially reached 10,000 members, making it the largest international pickleball coaches organization. The milestone was achieved on Wednesday, August 21, 2024.
Karl Hale, PTR Interim CEO, expressed his excitement about the organizations’ growth, stating, “We are thrilled by the extraordinary progress both PTR and PPR have made over the last 12 months. This significant growth not only reflects the increasing global demand for quality racquet sports coaching but also underscores the value that our members find in being part of these organizations. We remain committed to providing world-class education, certification, and resources to our coaches, enabling them to succeed at every level.”
The growth across both organizations highlights the expanding interest in tennis and pickleball worldwide, as PTR and PPR continue to support the professional development of coaches with innovative programs, certification opportunities, and comprehensive resources.
About Professional Tennis Registry (PTR):
PTR is the largest global organization of tennis teaching professionals in 127 countries. It has the greatest percentage of multicultural and women members of any such organization. PTR is dedicated to educating, certifying and servicing tennis teachers and coaches around the world in order to grow the game. Learn more at www.ptrtennis.org
About Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR):
Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) is the worldwide training and certification organization dedicated solely to the sport of pickleball. PPR offers comprehensive training and certification programs for pickleball coaches, ensuring the highest standards of instruction and player development. Learn more at www.pprpickleball.org
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