The Padel Playbook: Kids Edition

Learn the basics. Build your skills. Have fun on court. A padel book written for young players aged 10 to 14, and for the parents and coaches who play with them.

Part one gets them started: what padel is, the gear they need, the rules made simple (scoring, serving and the bounce rule), how to warm up safely, the grip and ready position, their first shots (forehand, backhand, volleys, lob and serve), "the magic walls" and how the glass helps you, and where to stand as a team.

Part two is about playing the game: what to do with balls over your head (let it bounce, bandeja and smash), simple tactics to win more points, being a great partner, fair play and good manners, and the padel brain: nerves, mistakes and confidence.

To keep it fun, there are eleven games and challenges, skill boxes and a match diary to track progress, and a big quiz, word list and certificate at the back of the book.