Your first padel game: what to know before stepping on court

Main idea

Arrive early, warm up and check whether the club rents rackets and balls. A first booking of 60 to 90 minutes is usually enough.

What to practise

During the game, keep the ball in play, recover your position and communicate with your partner on balls through the middle.

Key takeaways

Do not try to win every point with one big shot. A calm, controlled return is the best beginner habit.

• Arrive early, warm up and check whether the club rents rackets and balls. A first booking of 60 to 90 minutes is usually enough.
• During the game, keep the ball in play, recover your position and communicate with your partner on balls through the middle.
• Do not try to win every point with one big shot. A calm, controlled return is the best beginner habit.