This category focuses on the technical fundamentals of padel. It covers stroke mechanics, footwork, grip usage, positioning, wall shots, and shot execution to help players develop solid foundations and improve consistency, control, and efficiency on court.
Definition of the lob in padel The lob in padel is a shot used to send the ball high into the air, making it difficult for the opponent to return. It is most commonly used when a player is in a defensive position and needs to play the ball over the opponent. It is an …
In padel, the term Bajada refers to an attacking shot played after the ball rebounds off the back wall, or sometimes the side wall, and the player strikes it aggressively forward. Embed from Getty Images Bajada technique The player must wait for the ball, after rebounding from the back wall, to drop to the correct …
In padel, the Chiquita is a soft, slow, and low shot, usually played from the back of the court, aimed at the feet of an opponent positioned at the net. Embed from Getty Images Purpose of the Chiquita and when it is used in a padel match The Chiquita is typically a gentle forehand or …
The Vibora in padel is considered an attacking shot, more specifically an attacking smash with slice, aimed at creating a fast, spin-heavy shot that can lead to an easy point. Embed from Getty Images Differences between the Vibora and the Bandeja Unlike the bandeja, which is a more defensive and slower smash used mainly to …
The Bandeja in padel is considered a defensive shot, more specifically a defensive smash, with the main purpose of helping the player recover their position close to the net. Where does the name Bandeja come from? The Spanish word “bandeja” translates to “tray.” In earlier years, the shot resembled the motion of someone carrying a …
Volleys in padel are shots played when you are close to the net. They are attacking shots aimed at putting pressure on the opponents or winning easy points. Before getting into the details, it is important to note that the correct grip for volleys is the continental grip, also known as the hammer grip. 1. …
The most common shots in padel are the forehand and the backhand. In padel, these shots are slightly different compared to tennis. The forehand is played from your dominant side, right side for right-handed players, while the backhand is played from the opposite side, left side for right-handed players. In this short article, you will …
Every point in padel starts with a serve. Unlike tennis, the padel serve is played underhand, not overhead. So what is the correct technique for the padel serve? Below are three simple steps to help you learn how to serve in padel. 1. Starting position for the serve How should you position yourself on the …
