The Americano, South African Style

A fresh take on the classic Americano tournament, with food, drinks, music, and South African spirit.

The day will include competitive Americano play (with a twist,) time to socialise, food and drinks, music, and a lively event atmosphere.

South African Flavour

A group of eight men standing on a padel court, smiling at the camera, with a padel court fence, lush green trees, and blue sky in the background. There are signs for 'Africa Padel' on the fence.

This event brings together everything that makes South African culture so special to me: warmth, flavour, energy, and a sense of community. From the food and drinks to the music and overall vibe, every detail gives this tournament its own identity.

Who It’s For

Players who enjoy competitive padel.

People who like social sporting events.

Anyone who wants a different kind of Americano.

Friends, club players, and padel communities looking for a good day out.

Date Coming Soon

The date for South Africano is still to be confirmed, but registration is now open for interest. Contact me to join the wait list and hear when details go live.

A group of people standing on a blue outdoor padel court, holding tennis rackets, with a mesh fence and light poles in the background, under a clear blue sky.
Six women standing on a padel court holding padel rackets, smiling at the camera. The court has a blue playing surface and black fencing, with trees and parked cars in the background.
Group of six men standing on a blue padel tennis court holding paddles, smiling at the camera. They are dressed in sportswear and caps, with a tennis net and a fence in the background under a clear blue sky.
Group of ten people standing on a blue pickleball court, smiling at the camera, holding paddles, wearing casual sports attire and winter hats, with a chain-link fence and trees in the background.
Group of ten people standing on a clay tennis court, smiling, with tennis nets and a sign that reads 'Africa Padel' behind them, set against a background of trees and a blue sky.

Why join a “South Africano” with Jared?

Three men standing together on a green padel court, smiling, with tennis nets in the background. They are dressed in athletic clothing and are outdoors on a sunny day with a partly cloudy sky.

Competitive, social padel in a fun Americano-style format.

A unique South African twist with braai, drinks, music, and atmosphere.

A well-run event hosted by someone who knows how to create a great experience.

A chance to meet new players and enjoy padel in a more relaxed, social setting.

Good competition without the pressure of a formal tournament.

A memorable day on and off court, with proper South African flavour.

Something a bit different from the usual padel event.