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I – Into the net

I – Into the net

Into the net - coming forward for tactical play/ the importance of holding the net If you’re new to Padel it’s possible you might not yet know the importance of holding the net.  Padel coaches around the world are forever encouraging players to take those five or six...

H – How to hold a Padel racket

H – How to hold a Padel racket

How to hold a Padel racket - continental hand grip So, you’ve just picked up a Padel racket and need to know how to hold it? Don’t worry, by the end of this article you’ll practically be on the path to World domination, or perhaps able to hold your own in a local...

G – Golden Point Rule

G – Golden Point Rule

Golden Point. What are the origins of this 'punto de oro' The golden point, sounds very majestic, doesn’t it? Well, there’s good reason for that, introduced by the World Padel Tour in 2020 The Gold Point is a new rule that’s recognized as one of the alternative...

F – Fernando “Bela” Belasteguin

F – Fernando “Bela” Belasteguin

Fernando "Bela" Belasteguin When it comes to Padel, they don’t make players much better than Fernando "Bela" Belasteguin. Born in Argentina in 1979, the record-breaking player now resides in Barcelona Spain. Bela was once the youngest player to hold a World No. 1...

E – Enrique Corcuera

E – Enrique Corcuera

E is for Enrique Corcuera founder of first Padel court in Acapulco in 1969  Despite feeling like a recent revelation, it was 1969 when a wealthy Mexican sports fanatic named Enrique Corcuera accidently invented Padel. Corcuera scaled down a Tennis court due to a lack...

D – Deuce

D – Deuce

Deuce Most people know what deuce means in Padel and tennis. It’s when the score in a game reaches 40 all. But for most people, they’ve not been given any greater insight into the matter. We think you deserve better. Now, some of you reading may know that tennis has...

C – Carbon

C – Carbon

Carbon Carbon is a material commonly used in the manufacturing of Padel rackets, both in the frame and the face. Its unique combination of durability and low weight make it an ideal choice. So let’s dive into the world of carbon Padel racket manufacturing. As far as...

B – Bandeja

B – Bandeja

Bandeja Bandeja!? Who or what is a Bandeja? I hear you ask. It literally translates from the Spanish as ‘tray’ — but that’s not particularly useful… What it really means in Padel is a sliced volley. Padel rallies typically evolve such that one pair is attacking while...

A – Alfonso de Hohenlohe

A – Alfonso de Hohenlohe

Alfonso de Hohenlohe Alfonso was the man who introduced Padel to Spain, and to Europe. Few figures in Padel history can boast such a colourful lineage. A prince of the house of Hohenlohe-Langenburg (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hohenlohe-Langenburg) on his fathers...

30 years of Padel in England

30 years of Padel in England

30 years of Padel in England.

Here’s a quick timeline of padel in the UK from the first courts in the UK in 1992 and the conception of the

Explore the map feature to easily find Padel clubs accross the UK

LATEST NEWS

Coaches Corner: Unleash The VIBORA

Coaches Corner: Unleash The VIBORA

In this first instalment of the Padel Smash Series I will be talking about a shot of particular intrigue—the "Vibora". An aggressive overhead smash named after the Spanish word for "snake", the Vibora offers players a potent weapon on the padel court. In this article,...

Tournament Recap: UK Padel Youth Padel Tour Round 2

Tournament Recap: UK Padel Youth Padel Tour Round 2

This past weekend UK Padel hosted the 2nd round of the UK Padel Youth Padel Tour bringing together enthusiastic juniors with varying levels of padel experience. It was a day filled with fun, laughter, and a healthy dose of competition. Again, we used the Americano...

Revealing the Padel Smash Arsenal

Revealing the Padel Smash Arsenal

The scene is set. You have the net. Your opponent’s drop their racquet way below the ball. You know what’s coming next. You drop back and prepare the racquet high above your head. But now what to do? Where to hit? At the feet, the corner, the cage? What type of spin...

Autumn Thrills: Turn Chilly Days into Padel Wins

Autumn Thrills: Turn Chilly Days into Padel Wins

Hello everybody, autumn has arrived! That means the temperatures are starting to drop and we’ll be getting a few more raindrops! This week I want to give you some tips on the best ways to deal with rain on a padel court. But first, I wanted to briefly chat about the...

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Coaches Corner: Unleash The VIBORA

Coaches Corner: Unleash The VIBORA

In this first instalment of the Padel Smash Series I will be talking about a shot of particular intrigue—the "Vibora". An aggressive overhead smash named after the Spanish word for "snake", the Vibora offers players a potent weapon on the padel court. In this article,...

Tournament Recap: UK Padel Youth Padel Tour Round 2

Tournament Recap: UK Padel Youth Padel Tour Round 2

This past weekend UK Padel hosted the 2nd round of the UK Padel Youth Padel Tour bringing together enthusiastic juniors with varying levels of padel experience. It was a day filled with fun, laughter, and a healthy dose of competition. Again, we used the Americano...

Revealing the Padel Smash Arsenal

Revealing the Padel Smash Arsenal

The scene is set. You have the net. Your opponent’s drop their racquet way below the ball. You know what’s coming next. You drop back and prepare the racquet high above your head. But now what to do? Where to hit? At the feet, the corner, the cage? What type of spin...

Autumn Thrills: Turn Chilly Days into Padel Wins

Autumn Thrills: Turn Chilly Days into Padel Wins

Hello everybody, autumn has arrived! That means the temperatures are starting to drop and we’ll be getting a few more raindrops! This week I want to give you some tips on the best ways to deal with rain on a padel court. But first, I wanted to briefly chat about the...

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Category: News
I – Into the net

I – Into the net

Into the net - coming forward for tactical play/ the importance of holding the net If you’re new to Padel it’s possible you might not yet know the importance of holding the net.  Padel coaches around the world are forever encouraging players to take those five or six...

H – How to hold a Padel racket

H – How to hold a Padel racket

How to hold a Padel racket - continental hand grip So, you’ve just picked up a Padel racket and need to know how to hold it? Don’t worry, by the end of this article you’ll practically be on the path to World domination, or perhaps able to hold your own in a local...

G – Golden Point Rule

G – Golden Point Rule

Golden Point. What are the origins of this 'punto de oro' The golden point, sounds very majestic, doesn’t it? Well, there’s good reason for that, introduced by the World Padel Tour in 2020 The Gold Point is a new rule that’s recognized as one of the alternative...

F – Fernando “Bela” Belasteguin

F – Fernando “Bela” Belasteguin

Fernando "Bela" Belasteguin When it comes to Padel, they don’t make players much better than Fernando "Bela" Belasteguin. Born in Argentina in 1979, the record-breaking player now resides in Barcelona Spain. Bela was once the youngest player to hold a World No. 1...

E – Enrique Corcuera

E – Enrique Corcuera

E is for Enrique Corcuera founder of first Padel court in Acapulco in 1969  Despite feeling like a recent revelation, it was 1969 when a wealthy Mexican sports fanatic named Enrique Corcuera accidently invented Padel. Corcuera scaled down a Tennis court due to a lack...

D – Deuce

D – Deuce

Deuce Most people know what deuce means in Padel and tennis. It’s when the score in a game reaches 40 all. But for most people, they’ve not been given any greater insight into the matter. We think you deserve better. Now, some of you reading may know that tennis has...

C – Carbon

C – Carbon

Carbon Carbon is a material commonly used in the manufacturing of Padel rackets, both in the frame and the face. Its unique combination of durability and low weight make it an ideal choice. So let’s dive into the world of carbon Padel racket manufacturing. As far as...

B – Bandeja

B – Bandeja

Bandeja Bandeja!? Who or what is a Bandeja? I hear you ask. It literally translates from the Spanish as ‘tray’ — but that’s not particularly useful… What it really means in Padel is a sliced volley. Padel rallies typically evolve such that one pair is attacking while...

A – Alfonso de Hohenlohe

A – Alfonso de Hohenlohe

Alfonso de Hohenlohe Alfonso was the man who introduced Padel to Spain, and to Europe. Few figures in Padel history can boast such a colourful lineage. A prince of the house of Hohenlohe-Langenburg (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hohenlohe-Langenburg) on his fathers...

30 years of Padel in England

30 years of Padel in England

30 years of Padel in England.

Here’s a quick timeline of padel in the UK from the first courts in the UK in 1992 and the conception of the

Explore the map feature to easily find Padel clubs accross the UK

LATEST NEWS

Reflecting on an Incredible Year of Padel: A Look Back at 2023

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

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...

Unlock Your Winter Padel Performance with Smart Warm-Ups

Unlock Your Winter Padel Performance with Smart Warm-Ups

As the winter chill sets in, your padel game may face unique challenges like playing through a few extra layers of clothing or the odd day of damp back-glass. Nevertheless, with the right warm-up routine, you can not only mitigate the cold but also enhance your...

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How much time can you take in Padel?

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

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?

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...

30 years of Padel in England

Rules of Padel

WHAT IS PADEL? Padel is a form of Tennis. Same scoring as tennis , played as best of 3 sets. A padel court is about 25% smaller than a tennis court. The court is made up of steel mesh and glass walls which you can hit the ball off  in a similar way to squash.  The...