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.

Coach's Corner·14 min read

Technique

The 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.

Beginner's Diary·11 min read

Training

Padel 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.

Club Life·12 min read

Technique

The 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.

Coach's Corner·14 min read

For beginners

Padel 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.

Beginner's Diary·12 min read

Tournaments

Your 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.

Club Life·12 min read

Technique

The 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.

Coach's Corner·12 min read

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.

Here you'll find beginner guides, breakdowns of advanced technique, racket and ball reviews, news from Tashkent's padel community and reports from tournaments. Read to play smarter and enjoy every game more.

Padel is more than a sport — it's a community. Join PlayPadel's readers and grow together with padel in Tashkent.