Learn padel the clear way
Rules, technique, tactics and gear, explained simply and checked against the official FIP rulebook.
Padel rules, explained in plain English
The official padel rules made simple: the court, the underarm serve, how the walls work, faults and what changed in 2026. Updated to the latest FIP rulebook.
Padel scoring: golden point, Star Point and tie-breaks
How padel scoring works: points, games, sets, tie-breaks, the golden point and the new 2026 Star Point. Simple examples for club and league players.
How to hit a bandeja that keeps you at the net
Learn the padel bandeja step by step: when to play it, the side-on setup, contact point and slice, where to aim, common mistakes and three drills to fix it.
Where to stand: padel positioning for doubles
Padel doubles positioning made simple: where to stand at the net and at the back, how to move as a pair, who covers the middle, and left vs right side roles.
How to choose a padel racket
A clear guide to choosing a padel racket: round vs teardrop vs diamond, weight, balance, carbon vs fibreglass, foam vs EVA, and what beginners should buy.