How to Play Padel

Master the fastest-growing racket sport in the world.

Learn rules, techniques, and strategies to start your padel journey with confidence.

Basic Rules

Understand the fundamental rules that make padel unique and exciting

Court & Players

Padel is played on an enclosed court with walls. Always in doubles (2v2) with 4 players total.

Scoring System

Same as tennis: 15, 30, 40, game. Matches are typically best of 3 sets to 6 games.

Serving Rules

Underhand serve cross-court. Ball must bounce once before hitting the wall.

Wall Play

Ball can hit your walls after bouncing on the floor. Cannot hit opponent’s walls directly.

Understanding the Court

The padel court is 20m x 10m, enclosed by walls and mesh. The unique court design with walls adds a strategic element that does not exist in other racket sports.

Essential Equipment

What you need to get started playing padel

Padel Racket

Solid racket with holes, no strings. Choose based on your playing style and skill level.

Padel Balls

Slightly less pressurized than tennis balls. Yellow and specifically designed for padel.

Court Shoes

Non-marking soles with good grip. Specific padel shoes recommended for best performance.

Comfortable Clothing

Breathable, flexible athletic wear. Many players prefer specific padel apparel.

Essential Techniques

Master these fundamental shots to build a solid padel foundation

Forehand Drive

Basic attacking shot played from the right side. Keep the ball low and aim for corners.

Backhand Slice

Defensive shot using underspin. Essential for controlling the pace and keeping the ball in play.

Lob

High shot over opponents to gain position. Can be defensive or attacking depending on situation.

Smash

Powerful overhead shot to finish points. Most exciting shot in padel when executed correctly.

Strategy & Positioning

Learn how to work as a team and position yourself effectively

Left Side Player

Control & Defense

Key Responsibilities:

Pro Tip:

Use backhand slice to control rallies and create opportunities for your partner to attack.

Right Side Player

Power & Attack

Key Responsibilities:

Pro Tip:

Focus on putting pressure on opponents with powerful shots and quick reactions at the net.

Your Learning Journey

A structured path from complete beginner to advanced player

Complete Beginner

1-2 months • Focus: Basic rules, court awareness, simple shots

Learning Goals:

Beginner

3-6 months • Focus: Shot consistency, positioning, basic strategy

Learning Goals:

Intermediate

6-12 months • Focus: Advanced shots, team play, tactical awareness

Learning Goals:

Advanced

1+ years • Focus: Competition, advanced tactics, physical conditioning

Learning Goals:

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