Technical fundamentals

➡️ Master the technical fundamentals of padel with progressive drills and complete training sessions.

✅ Each stroke is broken down step by step to make learning easier and improve technical execution. These resources are designed for beginners learning the basics, as well as intermediate players looking to refine their technique.

How to defend after the back glass in padel: 4 basic progressive drills

Learning how to defend after a rebound off the back glass is essential in padel, as it allows the player to slow the game down in defense and gain better control of fast, deep balls. For a beginner, the challenge is to understand the rebound off the glass, find the correct position, and time the shot correctly in order to play the ball under good conditions. The objective of this session is therefore to progressively break down the technique of defending after the back glass…➡️

Back-glass defense technique: learning to find the right contact point
Back-glass defense technique: learning the correct ready position and racket preparation
Back-glass defense technique: adjusting your movement before the shot
Back-glass defense technique: learning to read different trajectories

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How to hit an effective lob in padel: 6 progressions for beginners

The lob is one of the most important shots in padel, and mastering its technique is essential for any player who wants to improve. In padel, points are very often won from the net. A good lob allows the player to move from a defensive position at the back of the court to an attacking position at the net, forcing the opponents to move backwards. The objective of this session is to learn how to play an effective lob that drops close to the back glass and is very difficult to counterattack…➡️

Lob technique: understanding the upward follow-through
Lob technique: working on the upward follow-through with the racket
Lob technique: reinforcing the upward follow-through on easy balls
Lob technique: reinforcing the lob movement after the back glass
Lob technique: following your lob to transition to the net
Lob technique: preparing your transition backwards to play an effective lob

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Backhand volley technique in padel: 7 progressive drills to master the stroke

The backhand volley is a fundamental shot in padel, and its technique should be properly developed from beginner level. A good backhand volley allows players to maintain pressure on opponents in defence by playing controlled, deep shots from the net. The aim of this session is to progressively learn the complete technique of the backhand volley, breaking the stroke down into its different phases so that players can understand and develop each one separately…➡️

Backhand volley technique: developing a good dynamic ready position
Backhand volley technique: preparing the racket correctly
Backhand volley technique: working on weight transfer and the correct finishing position
Backhand volley technique: refining the racket preparation position
Backhand volley technique: pausing with a split step before the shot
Backhand volley technique: improving coordination between the forward step and the shot
Backhand volley technique: improving the straight forward movement of the arm

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Vibora technique: 5 progressions to learn the correct movement

The vibora is one of the most iconic shots in padel, and its technique should be properly developed from beginner level. A good vibora allows players to maintain pressure on opponents who are defending and trying to lob in order to regain the net. The objective of this session is to progressively learn the complete technical movement of the vibora, breaking it down into its different phases so that the player can understand and develop each one separately…➡️

Learning the vibora: developing the lateral arm path by throwing the ball by hand
Learning the vibora: finding the correct contact point and hitting your first shots
Learning the vibora: using the non-dominant arm to adjust your distance from the ball
Learning the vibora: racket preparation and moving backwards
Learning the vibora: developing accuracy to target the double glass

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Padel serve technique: 4 progressions to learn the correct motion

The serve is the first shot of every point in padel and should allow the player to start the rally in the best possible conditions. A good serve is not simply about putting the ball into play: it should make the opponent’s return more difficult and allow the player to move quickly to the net to establish a good attacking position. The objective of this session is to progressively develop the key technical elements of the serve, from the racket path to the direction of the ball, while also incorporating the transition to the net…➡️

Learning the padel serve: developing the downward racket path
Learning the padel serve: working on serve depth to make the transition to the net easier
Learning the padel serve: developing a quick transition to the net after serving
Learning the padel serve: developing accuracy to target the T or the side glass

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Forehand technique from the back of the court: 5 progressions to learn the correct movement

The forehand from the back of the court is the most basic stroke used when defending in padel. Mastering it allows the player to control their shots and build rallies from the back of the court. A good forehand relies in particular on good preparation, a compact movement and the correct distance from the ball, allowing the player to play with control. The objective of this session is to progressively develop the key technical elements of the forehand from the back of the court, from the racket preparation…➡️

Learning the forehand technique: developing the correct racket preparation position
Learning the forehand technique: developing the correct complete arm movement
Learning the forehand technique: putting the movement into practice on easy balls
Learning the forehand technique: maintaining the correct lateral distance from the ball
Learning the forehand technique: improving the role of the non-dominant arm

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Backhand technique from the back of the court: 5 progressions to learn the correct movement

The backhand from the back of the court is one of the fundamental strokes used when defending in padel. Mastering it allows the player to control their shots and build rallies from the back of the court when the ball comes to the backhand side. A good backhand relies in particular on the correct preparation, a stable movement and the correct distance from the ball, allowing the player to play with control without losing balance when hitting the shot. The objective of this session is to progressively develop the key technical…➡️

Learning the backhand technique: developing the correct racket preparation position
Learning the backhand technique: developing the complete movement
Learning the backhand technique: putting the movement into practice on easy balls
Learning the backhand technique: maintaining the correct lateral distance from the ball
Learning the backhand technique: putting the technique into practice on racket-fed balls

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Power smash technique: 6 progressions to learn the correct movement

An effective power smash relies on striking the ball at the highest possible contact point, maintaining a straight overhead racket path and reading the ball’s trajectory correctly to generate maximum power. At a more advanced level, the aim is also to make the ball rebound high enough off the opponent’s back glass to return to your own side of the court. The objective of this session is to progressively develop the key technical elements of the power smash, from body position and arm movement to wrist action…➡️

Learning the power smash: developing the correct body position and contact point without a racket
Learning the power smash: developing the complete movement with the racket
Learning the power smash: using the wrist to generate topspin on the ball
Learning the power smash: using the non-dominant arm to track the ball
Learning the power smash: moving into position to strike the ball at the highest possible contact point
Learning the power smash: attacking a short lob fed by the coach

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Bajada de pared technique: 5 progressions to learn the correct movement

An effective bajada relies primarily on sufficient ball height, a contact point in front of the body and precise footwork adjustments. These three elements allow the player to position themselves correctly, create enough space to prepare the racket and strike the ball with control and power. The objective of this session is to progressively develop the key technical elements of the bajada de pared, from the striking movement and body weight transfer to reading the ball’s trajectory, positioning and accuracy, before applying…➡️

Learning the bajada de pared: developing the correct contact point and body weight transfer
Learning the bajada de pared: developing a consistent contact point in front of the body after the ball rebounds off the glass
Learning the bajada de pared: developing footwork adjustments and the role of the non-dominant arm
Learning the bajada de pared: improving accuracy towards the centre and cross-court with transitions
Learning the bajada de pared: putting the technique into practice in an open rally

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Forehand fundamentals from the back of the court – complete session with 6 basic progressions

This complete training session covers the fundamentals of the forehand technique from the back of the court, progressing from racket preparation, to the forehand swing, and finally to hitting balls.

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