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Guides, technique and padel culture — from our writers.
TechniqueHow to Hold a Padel Racket: The Continental Grip
The grip is padel's most underrated skill. We break down the continental 'hammer' grip: how to find it, how tight to hold, and where it works.
TrainingThe Transition Zone: How to Take the Net in Padel
The middle of the court is where amateurs lose the most points. Here's how to read the transition zone: when to move up, how to move, and which shot gets you to the net.
TechniqueThe Padel Return: How to Take Control Early
The return is the most underrated shot in padel. Learn the ready position, three return options and a step-by-step technique to stop gifting away points.
TechniqueThe Padel Volley: How to Win at the Net
The volley is the workhorse of net play — it's how you finish points. Grip, high vs low volley, footwork, where to aim and drills to build control.
TrainingForehand or backhand side: choosing your spot in padel doubles
In padel each partner owns one half of the court. Here's who plays right, who plays left, how to test your side in three sessions, and when to switch mid-match.
TechniqueThe chiquita in padel: the quiet shot that steals the net
The chiquita is a slow, low ball played at the feet of the netters. Learn when it beats a lob, how to hit it, and where to aim to take the net safely.
TrainingPadel Doubles Communication: Play as One Team
Padel is always doubles, and amateur matches are won by teamwork, not single shots. Learn what to call on court, who takes the middle and how to gel as a pair.
TechniqueThe Víbora in Padel: Mastering the Attacking Overhead
The víbora is the bandeja with teeth: same swing, but higher, more aggressive and with sidespin. Here's the technique, grip, footwork, targets and drills.
TechniqueThe Lob in Padel: The Shot That Wins Amateur Matches
The lob is padel's most underrated shot — it's how you steal the net from your opponents. Defensive vs offensive lobs, technique, targets and drills.
The padel blog
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