PADEL FOR BEGINNERS: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE BASIC RULES

Padel for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know About the Basic Rules

Welcome to the world of padel ! This fast-growing sport combines the best elements of tennis and squash and is perfect for anyone who enjoys a dynamic, social and challenging sport. With this guide, you will learn the basic rules and be ready to play your first match.

What is Padel?

Padel is played in teams of two players on a rectangular court of 10x20 meters. The court is surrounded by glass and fencing, which allows for unique strokes. Padel is all about teamwork, precision and fun, and is suitable for players of all ages and levels.

Line-up

• Teams: Padel is always played in doubles: two teams of two players.
• Positions: One player stands on the left and the other on the right side of the field. Communication with your partner is crucial for success!

Scoring

The scoring in padel is the same as that of tennis:

• 15, 30, 40 and game.
• At a score of 40-40 (deuce) a Golden Point is often played. The team that wins this point immediately takes the game. This makes the game extra exciting!

The Basic Rules of Padel

• Bouncing the ball:

  • The ball must first touch the ground before it can touch a glass wall.
  • Bounce twice on your side means a lost point.
  • You may hit the ball directly out of the air (volley).

• Use of glass wall:

  • You may use your own glass wall to return the ball, but not the fencing.

• Serve:

  • The serve must be executed underhand and lower than the hip.
  • The ball must bounce in the opponent's diagonal box.
  • If the ball hits the glass after bouncing, the service is valid. Hitting the fence makes the service invalid.

Equipment: What Do You Need to Play Padel?

1. Padel racket:
   A padel racket is compact, light and has a perforated surface. Check out our padel rackets for beginners to get a good start.

2. Padel balls:
   Use official padel balls, which are lighter than tennis balls. Discover our padel ball collection .

3. Shoes:
   Specially designed padel shoes offer optimum grip and stability. Check out our padel shoes .

4. Accessories:
   Think of comfortable sportswear and a sturdy padel bag.

Rules for Competitions

• Sets and games:

  • A match consists of two or three sets.
  • Each set is won by the team that first wins six games, with at least a two-game difference.

• Tiebreak:

  • At 6-6 you play a tiebreak up to 7 points with a difference of two points.

• Super Tiebreak:

  • In case of a tie in sets, a super tiebreak is often played up to 10 points to determine the winner.

Difference Between Tennis and Padel

• Padel is always played in doubles, while tennis offers both singles and doubles.
• The use of glass and fencing makes padel unique and more tactical.
• The rackets and balls are smaller and lighter, making the game more accessible to beginners.

How Often Does Someone Play Padel?

Padel is popular because it is easy to learn and offers a lot of fun. Many players play weekly, both recreationally and competitively. The social aspect makes padel extra attractive, which is why many go to the court more often.

Start Playing Padel Today!

With this knowledge, you are ready to hit the court. Whether you play for fun or competitively, padel is a sport that is guaranteed to give you energy and satisfaction. Check out our range of starter packs and start your padel adventure with PadeLMQ. Enjoy!