Join the Padel Revolution in Boca Raton
Padel a fantastic way to stay active and improve your fitness, but it also enhances coordination, agility, and strategic thinking.
Whether you’re looking to meet new people, enjoy a friendly competition, or simply have a great time while getting a workout, padel offers all of this and more. You might just discover your new favorite sport.
Learn to Play Padel
How to Play Padel
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Padel is a racket sport played on a rectangular court surrounded by glass walls and metal fencing, combining elements of tennis and squash. It is mainly played in doubles (2 vs 2), making it a dynamic, social, and accessible game for all ages.
The Playing Court
• Dimensions: The court measures 10×20 meters, divided by a net in the center.
• Walls: The glass walls and metal fences around the court are part of the game, allowing for strategic shots.
• Equipment: Players use specialized rackets (smaller than tennis rackets) and a ball similar to a tennis ball but with slightly less pressure.
How to Play?
Padel follows many tennis rules, but with unique differences:
- Starting the Match:
• The game begins with an underhand serve behind the service line.
• The ball must bounce in the opposite service box of the opponent’s side. - Game Dynamics:
• The ball can hit the glass walls after bouncing on the ground, but cannot be hit directly against the opponent’s walls.
• Players can use wall rebounds to send the ball back, creating tactical shots. - Scoring:
• The scoring system is the same as tennis: 15, 30, 40, and advantage.
• To win a set, a team needs to win 6 games with a 2-game advantage. In case of a tie (6-6), a tie-break is played. - Faults:
• It’s considered a fault if:
• The ball bounces twice on your side.
• The ball hits the opponent’s walls directly without bouncing on the ground.
• A player touches the net with their body or racket. - Side Change:
• Players switch sides every odd game (e.g., 1-0, 3-2) to ensure fair play.
Main Rules
- The game is always played in doubles.
- The serve must be made underhand.
- The ball can bounce off the walls after hitting the ground first.
- Scoring follows the tennis system.
- Players cannot touch the net with their body or racket.
Strategies and Hints
- Teamwork: Padel is a team sport. Communicate with your partner and work together.
- Use the Walls: Learn to use wall rebounds to create unpredictable shots.
- Positioning: Stay in motion and anticipate the opponent’s shots.
