Padel
Dedicated blog for padel enthusiasts
Are you ready for padel smash?
When to smash and when to play a bandeja, the four types of smash (including por tres and por cuatro), why hitting the ball out of the court is legal, and how to practise.
Padel levels explained: how to find your level
What padel levels mean, how the Playtomic and LTA scales work, what each level looks like on court, and how to find and improve yours.
Padel vs Tennis: Learn the key differences
Padel is easier to start, but tennis skills can help and hinder. Compare the learning curve, tactics, technique, fitness, and what changes when you play both.
Padel vibora shot explained (+video)
The vibora is an aggressive overhead that uses sidespin to kick the ball off the side wall. This guide covers the technique, when to use it instead of a bandeja, placement strategy, and drills to build consistency.
Padel bandeja shot explained (+video)
The bandeja is a defensive overhead that lets you stay at the net instead of retreating. It accounts for over half of all overheads in professional padel. Our guide covers technique, placement, common mistakes, and drills.
Padel rules and how to play: the complete guide (2026)
In short - padel is a doubles racket game played on a glass-walled court, with underhand serves and walls you can play the ball off. The scoring is the same as tennis. This guide shows how to play padel step by step and covers the full FIP ruleset.
Padel vs pickleball: What's the difference?
Padel and pickleball feel very different. This guide covers the real differences - rules, courts, equipment, difficulty, and which sport fits different types of players.
21 best padel shoes for 2026: How to choose and where to buy
In this guide, we break down why padel shoes matter, what technologies to look for, and best models for the current year.
Best padel camps in Spain in 2026
Here is our curated list of best Spanish padel clubs and academies this year