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Guides, technique and padel culture — from our writers.
TrainingPadel Fitness at Home: 7 Exercises That Actually Change Your Game
Padel isn't a long-run sport — it's sideways bursts from a deep squat. Seven home exercises, no gym, and a ready 25-minute weekly plan.
Padel culturePadel Court Etiquette: 20 Rules That Make You the Partner Everyone Wants
Padel is a social sport, and your on-court manners decide whether you get invited back. The unwritten rules: before, during, and after the game.
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.
TechniqueThe Padel Serve: The One Shot You Fully Control
The only shot you hit with no pressure from your opponent. The rules, the grip, step-by-step technique, placement and the mistakes every beginner makes.
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.
For beginnersPadel vs Tennis: The Real Differences and Why Padel Is Easier to Start
Padel and tennis only look alike from a distance. We break down the court, racket, rules and scoring — and explain why padel is so much easier to pick up from zero.
TournamentsYour First Padel Tournament: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Signing up for your first padel tournament is only scary until the first point. Formats explained (Americano, groups, knockout), which event to pick in Tashkent, and how to prepare.
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
The PlayPadel blog is a knowledge base about padel: stroke technique, pair tactics, choosing gear, the rules and tips for beginners. Articles are written by practising coaches and players, so the advice works straight away on court.
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