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Mastering Serve Positioning: Gain an Edge in Padel
The serve is a crucial shot in padel, providing a significant advantage from the start of a point.
Shop at the UK Padel Store
Check out the UK PADEL Store for all things Padel directly from the UK PADEL APP, from balls and bats to leisurewear and gift vouchers for special occasions.
Welcome to the New UK PADEL system for Holmer Green Padel
Welcome to the New UK PADEL system for Holmer Green Padel
How to Build a Padel court
How to Build a Padel court. We can show you that if you’ve got 5 minutes
P – Paquito Navarro
Paquito Navarro Paquito Navarro is a professional Padel player, regarded as one of the best players that has ever graced a Padel court. Navarro made his debut in 2009 but it wasn’t until 2012 that Navarro really staked his claim in Padel as he went on to reach two...
O – Overgrip
Overgrip An overgrip is a thin grip that is placed above the thicker base grip, these are used to adjust the racket handle to the size of your hand whilst providing extra comfort to the player. They are used by high-level athletes and recreational players alike to...
N – Net
The Net The net is always king in Padel, and it has its whole own rule book – now what makes a Padel net so special? Unlike other sports, the net is often shorter in the centre at 0.88 metres whilst it then has a slight rise to 0.92 metres at either end. At 10 metres...
M – Movement
The Movement Movement in a lot of sports is seen as a make-or-break skill that doesn’t get talked about enough, so what can you do to ensure your movement is up to a high standard in Padel? Given that you work in pairs, to have good movement you need to be able to...
L – The Lob
The Lob The lob – one of the most effective shots in Padel – is used to help change the dynamic of the current rally. It helps the pair gain control of the point with a shot type that will ensure you’re able to start dictating the rally, as it often helps to regain...
Explore the map feature to easily find Padel clubs accross the UK
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UK PADEL County Champs: DRAW REVEAL
We are thrilled to share the exciting news with you - the draws for the upcoming UK PADEL County Championships are now officially live! As a valued member of our UK PADEL community, you're among the first to gain exclusive access to see which teams will be battling it...
Coaches Corner: Smash Series – Unleashing the RULO
We’ve covered some of the more generic padel smashes such as the bandeja and vibora (remember what they mean) in previous Coaches Corner posts. We have two more niche smashes to discuss. In the world of padel, mastering unique shots can set you apart on the court. One...
Unravelling the Bandeja: Padel’s Crucial Shot Explained
As players progress from the humble skill of using the back glass and move into the more nuanced areas of the sport such as the bandeja, a padel lesson often turns into a Spanish language lesson. Last week we had the Vibora, remember what that means? And this week in...
A Recap of UK PADEL’s Journey at the iPadel National Club Finals
This past weekend, the UK Padel Men’s Team made the trip to Rocket Padel Bristol for the highly anticipated iPadel Summer League Finals. This event brought together the regionals winners from across the UK, vying for the coveted title of national club champion. With...
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UK PADEL County Champs: DRAW REVEAL
We are thrilled to share the exciting news with you - the draws for the upcoming UK PADEL County Championships are now officially live! As a valued member of our UK PADEL community, you're among the first to gain exclusive access to see which teams will be battling it...
Coaches Corner: Smash Series – Unleashing the RULO
We’ve covered some of the more generic padel smashes such as the bandeja and vibora (remember what they mean) in previous Coaches Corner posts. We have two more niche smashes to discuss. In the world of padel, mastering unique shots can set you apart on the court. One...
Unravelling the Bandeja: Padel’s Crucial Shot Explained
As players progress from the humble skill of using the back glass and move into the more nuanced areas of the sport such as the bandeja, a padel lesson often turns into a Spanish language lesson. Last week we had the Vibora, remember what that means? And this week in...
A Recap of UK PADEL’s Journey at the iPadel National Club Finals
This past weekend, the UK Padel Men’s Team made the trip to Rocket Padel Bristol for the highly anticipated iPadel Summer League Finals. This event brought together the regionals winners from across the UK, vying for the coveted title of national club champion. With...
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Category: News
Mastering the Padel Court: Transitioning from Tennis to Padel
Tennis players often find themselves drawn to the game due to its similarities in terms of rules and techniques.
Mastering Serve Positioning: Gain an Edge in Padel
The serve is a crucial shot in padel, providing a significant advantage from the start of a point.
Shop at the UK Padel Store
Check out the UK PADEL Store for all things Padel directly from the UK PADEL APP, from balls and bats to leisurewear and gift vouchers for special occasions.
Welcome to the New UK PADEL system for Holmer Green Padel
Welcome to the New UK PADEL system for Holmer Green Padel
How to Build a Padel court
How to Build a Padel court. We can show you that if you’ve got 5 minutes
P – Paquito Navarro
Paquito Navarro Paquito Navarro is a professional Padel player, regarded as one of the best players that has ever graced a Padel court. Navarro made his debut in 2009 but it wasn’t until 2012 that Navarro really staked his claim in Padel as he went on to reach two...
O – Overgrip
Overgrip An overgrip is a thin grip that is placed above the thicker base grip, these are used to adjust the racket handle to the size of your hand whilst providing extra comfort to the player. They are used by high-level athletes and recreational players alike to...
N – Net
The Net The net is always king in Padel, and it has its whole own rule book – now what makes a Padel net so special? Unlike other sports, the net is often shorter in the centre at 0.88 metres whilst it then has a slight rise to 0.92 metres at either end. At 10 metres...
M – Movement
The Movement Movement in a lot of sports is seen as a make-or-break skill that doesn’t get talked about enough, so what can you do to ensure your movement is up to a high standard in Padel? Given that you work in pairs, to have good movement you need to be able to...
L – The Lob
The Lob The lob – one of the most effective shots in Padel – is used to help change the dynamic of the current rally. It helps the pair gain control of the point with a shot type that will ensure you’re able to start dictating the rally, as it often helps to regain...
Explore the map feature to easily find Padel clubs accross the UK
LATEST NEWS
UK PADEL is now at The South Buckinghamshire Golf Course
We're thrilled to share the news that UK PADEL is opening this weekend at  The South Buckinghamshire Golf Course. Get ready to elevate your leisure time as we introduce the brand new padel courts from Saturday 3rd February.Just like at Holmer Green, you can get on the...
Americano Tournament Series at Holmer Green Padel – round 1 Leaderboard
It was good to confirm the competitive juices hadn't frozen in 2023 and were flowing well into 2024 as we had a glorious day of Americano competition on Sunday 7th to kick off the 2024 Americano series in the sunshine. Great to kick the day of with the new players...
Reflecting on an Incredible Year of Padel: A Look Back at 2023
As we bid farewell to 2023, it's time to reflect on a year packed with some great events, community building, and countless moments that have shaped UK Padel this year. From regional tournaments to youth initiatives and coaching milestones, here's a glimpse into the...
Crucial Moments, Critical Choices: Navigating Easy Shots in Padel
We’ve all been there. You’ve hit a great volley into the corner, your opponent is panicking but manages to flick the ball up, the ball seems to fly in slow motion through the air, one slow revolution at a time. Your heart rate goes up and your racket goes back, and...
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The Ball – What’s the difference between Tennis balls and Padel balls
The Ball. What’s the difference between Tennis balls and Padel balls? Padel balls and tennis balls have a lot in common. For a start, they are a pretty similar size, and they are both essentially an air-filled rubber bladder with fuzz on the outside, each that same...
How much time can you take in Padel?
How much time can you take in Padel? This may be a question which hasn’t crossed the minds even of some fairly advanced players. Some might consider it to be of little importance. It would, however, be hard to underestimate the impact of breaks — no matter how short —...
How do you score in Padel
How do you score in Padel For those of you familiar with tennis scoring, Padel scoring is exactly the same. If you’re not – don’t worry! This scoring system is a bit strange so we can go through it together. It starts off with what is known as a ‘game’. Now, this...
What’s the difference between Padel and Tennis?
What’s the difference between Padel and Tennis? It’s the most searched for google term in relation to Padel, what are the differences from Padel to tennis. And here for you in black and white are 10 key ones While Padel is a form of tennis it does indeed differ in...
