So you want to learn more about padel.

Padel is fast, social, and easy to pick up — which is why it’s the fastest-growing sport in the world. You don’t need experience, special equipment, or a tennis background. Just pick up a racket, step onto the court & start playing.

We’ll walk you through the basics so you can get on court with confidence.

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What you'll need

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Padel racket

Padel rackets are designed to feel intuitive from the first rally.

Light, balanced, and easy to swing — the perfect tool for fast, social play.

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Padel Balls

Padel balls create the fast, social rhythm the sport is known for.

Softer bounce, longer rallies, more play — perfect for all levels.

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The court

A padel court measures 20 metres long by 10 metres wide, divided by a net.

The ends are enclosed by 3-metre high glass walls, with glass and metal fencing running along the sides.

It’s a compact, doubles-only court designed for fast rallies and continuous play.

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3

The rules

Serve

  • Serve must be underhand, hit below waist level.
  • The ball must first bounce behind the service line before hitting the opponent’s diagonal service box.
  • A serve hitting the net but landing correctly is replayed (let).

Equipment

  • Court size: 10 m × 20 m, enclosed by glass and mesh walls.
  • Padel racket: solid face, no strings.
  • Approved padel balls are similar to tennis balls but slightly less pressurised.

Score

  • Matches use the same scoring as tennis: 15, 30, 40, game.
  • Sets are won at six games with a two-game lead.
  • A 6–6 tie triggers a 7-point tiebreak.

Faults

  • Two service faults lose the point.
  • Hitting the ball before it crosses the net is a fault.
  • The ball touching any surface outside the court is out.

Ball-in-play

  • Ball must bounce once before hitting a wall.
  • Players may use their own walls to return shots.
  • Ball remains in play if it bounces off the wall and lands within the opponent’s side.

Player conduct

  • No verbal distractions during play.
  • Players must alternate serves every game within the team.
  • Fair play and respect for opponents are mandatory.