Follow along as we analyse our performance from this past weekend, competing at the FIP in Chiswick, London. We'll discuss if there's an importance in having good chemistry within a pair, the advantages of prehab instead of rehab, what to focus on if you want to maintain a certain level in your game all while living a busy lifestyle and much, much more! We now have a 30 day free trial on our platform if you use the coupon code: 1MONTHFREE So if you want to develop your game, go and check it...

In this week's episode, with Tom and Sandy, the focus is around the new changes in the Mens Pairs. There was also a discussion around how to boost participation in emerging padel countries and using the UK as an example, how these countries can catch up. We now have a 30 day free trial on our platform if you use the coupon code: 1MONTHFREE So if you want to develop your game, go and check it out! You can find all our other podcast episodes at:  podcasts.thepadelschool.com  Website:...

In this catch up episode with Tom and Sandy they discuss their recent trips and how the game is developing around the world! What we are discovering in the padel world as we travel! Also the thoughts around the Premier Padel and the start the the season for the professional players! We now have a 30 day free trial on our platform if you use the coupon code: 1MONTHFREE So if you want to develop your game, go and check it out! You can find all our other podcast episodes...

In this episode, with Nick Williams, we discuss a coaching skill that many coaches do not consider as part of the core coaching characteristics. BUT it can be a major factor in what brings players back each week for lessons! We cover a wide range of topics in this podcast episode and some absolute keys to coaching padel! To find out the best way to transition from a tennis coach to a padel coach, check out this episode. You can find all our other podcast episodes...

Many players struggle with a plateau in performance - it is inevitable when players do not have effective padel schedules with a good mix of training, matches and instruction. In this episode with Tom and Sandy we discuss the ideal setup for players and what the focus should be during training. The level of the matches are important for improvement, but not only playing "better players". Many of our members are getting the technical tips they need to improve their game through video...

In this episode we sit down with Nick Williams, Head of Coach Education for The Padel School, to discuss the transition from coaching tennis to padel. The next generation of padel coaches will be made up of a large proportion of ex-tennis coaches. The sports are similar (while different) and so it makes sense many will come from tennis. But we discussed that as soon as coaches acknowledge there is a major difference between tennis and padel, they immediately get a better understanding of the...

Our members have found it hugely beneficial to train with a ball machine. Here is how they use it: 1. Setup the ball machine to feed the shot they want to work on 2. Setup their camera/phone to film the shots 3. Upload the video to our member community 4. Receive feedback from Sandy, Tom and the TPS Coaches 5. Go back to the court to practice the advice In this episode we discuss the value of training volume and why some parts of technique need to be trained with repetition. We discuss what...

It was great to be a spectator at the recent World Padel Tour Masters Final in Barcelona this week. The way the WPT has developed over the last 10 years has been really impressive - including the organisation of the event, the brands, the awareness for the public and the level of the players! Tom and I watched some amazing matches over the couple of days, spoke to some of the top players and just really enjoyed the atmosphere of the pinnacle of professional padel! If you watched any of the...

In this episode Sandy and Tom discuss the best way for players to actually change their padel technique. At The Padel School we are on court coaching players of all levels constantly, we will work with over 1000 players during the year on court, plus all the online video analysis we do on our platform at thepadelschool.com So we have a really good idea of what is required when breaking bad habits and forming good habits...and it is not easy! This is definitely a good one to listen to if...

This episode we sit down with Ryan Redondo, CEO of Taktika Padel and one of the owners of the San Diego Stingrays. We discuss the growth of padel in the US and how momentum is building across different states, the start of Taktika Padel on the West Coast of US and the Pro Padel League (PPL). The PPL has gathered its own momentum in recent months with signings of some recent pro players and the standard will raise significantly from its inaugural competition! You can follow the progress...

In this episode with Matt Gleed, TRX Senior Master Trainer, we discuss the importance of off-court training and how specific physical training can not only reduce injury, but also improve performance! The key message to the episode is that it does not need to be complicated or time consuming. You can add small "training sessions" alongside your padel and you will notice the difference relatively quickly on the court. At The Padel School we recently launched our new TRX training for padel...

In this episode, Sandy hosts a coaching call with Jordan, one of our members, and analyses his recent match. They discuss technical and tactical areas for improvement, emphasising the importance of footwork, preparation, and mental intensity. Jordan highlights strengths like net play and strategies while acknowledging areas for improvement, such as footwork and maintaining mental intensity during matches.  Sandy encourages experimenting with different partners to find the right match in...

In this week's podcast, Tom shares insights from his recent training trip to Diagonal Padel Academy in Madrid.  From the challenges of adapting to intense training schedules to the unique aspects of padel compared to tennis, Tom provides a firsthand account of the experience of training with WPT players at one of the top academies in Spain. Tom also talks about the importance of game-based training, the welcoming community in padel, and the strategic nuances that elevate players'...

In this episode, Sandy and Tom discuss the key aspects of improving consistency in padel, including the technical, tactical, and mental components. Consistency is more than winning matches, but about achieving a level of consistent performance that can set you apart from the competition.  They also dive into the significance of warm-ups and pre-match preparation in influencing your consistency, and share tips on how to immediately improve your game on the court. You can find all our other...

In this episode (which is actually episode 59!!) Sandy and Tom delve into the world of padel competition and what it takes to become a successful padel competitor. They share personal insights and experiences from their background in tennis and college competition, emphasising the importance of not fixating on outcomes but instead embracing the journey of improvement. This episode provides valuable insights for both new and experienced players, guiding them on the path to becoming better...

In this episode, Sandy and Tom discuss the qualities that make a great padel coach. Padel coaching has a unique set of challenges, with a growing sport that requires well-trained coaches to accommodate the influx of new players. Sandy highlights the importance of communication and organisation skills for effective coaching and emphasises the role of coach education in creating better coaches.  Sandy and Tom also touch on the different challenges faced by coaches who specialise in one-on-one...

Join Sandy and Tom as they dive into the topic of plateaus, exploring how padel players can avoid hitting a plateau and how to break out of one if you're already there. Sandy also emphasises the importance of focusing on foundational technique, understanding the root causes of your issues, and committing to a long-term improvement plan to ensure you progress on the court. You can find all our other podcast episodes at:  podcasts.thepadelschool.com  Website:...

Sandy sits down with Pep Stonor, the inspiring founder of Femme Open. Join us as she shares her passion for getting more women involved in padel across the UK. Learn about her journey into the sport and catch up on the latest industry news.  Pep also discusses the vision for 2024, aiming for ten major tournaments and emphasising the value of training clinics in empowering women to embrace the sport. Don't miss out on this exciting glimpse into our thriving female padel community! You can...

Join Sandy and Tom as they reflect on the success of their first-ever padel holiday at The Racquets Club, La Manga, which saw a group of 16 players undergo significant transformations in their gameplay over three-days of intensive training. Sandy and Tom are excited to organise more padel holidays, with a couple in the works for 2024... Stay tuned! You can find all our other podcast episodes at:  podcasts.thepadelschool.com  Website: www.thepadelschool.com  Instagram:...

It can be a minefield out there when it comes to choosing the right padel equipment to get you started. So in this solo episode, Sandy explains the best way to go about choosing padel rackets, padel shoes and other padel accessories. On The Padel School online platform (www.thepadelschool.com) Sandy and the team have reviewed a huge number of rackets and products. It is one of the many features you can find on the website - and currently we are running a week FREE TRIAL. So if you are...

Sandy and Tom sit down to discuss some winning padel tactics if you are coming up against tennis players. Both Sandy and Tom originally came for tennis, both playing pro tennis before taking up padel. Since moving to padel there has been no looking back, but they remember well the struggles of moving from tennis to padel.  The team travel around the world helping padel players improve and without a doubt the majority of those are usually ex tennis players, so these are tips and tricks they...

In this interview with Kevin Vigallon we dive into the making of padel rackets. Kevin is a product engineer at Wilson HQ in Chicago and has spent the last 3 years developing Wilson's range of padel rackets. Here we discuss how the rackets are made, what the different characteristics of a racket mean in terms of playability and what players should be looking for. There are so many elements that go into making padel rackets - from the number (and format) of holes, type of foam used, the weave...

Tom and Sandy sit down to discuss how padel is growing in the US. Sandy has recently returned from a padel trip to USA - where he visited Los Angeles, St Maarten and Chicago. Sandy visited some great clubs and met some amazing padel communities. During the trip he trained with 100+ players on court of all ages and levels - so here they are sharing the padel he did on court but also how he believes the game is developing. You can find all our other podcast episodes...

This episode we sit down with co-founder of SXM Padel Club on St Maarten, Ricardo Perez, and discuss the development of caribbean padel.  The SXM Padel Club (@sxmpadel) is one of the largest clubs on the islands and have an amazing community of enthusiastic players. The Padel School spent 5 days there running padel clinics, competitions, exhibitions and helping to grow the game. You can hear the passion for the game in Ricardo's voice and it explains why there's such an impressive padel...

In this episode, we explore the explosive growth of padel in the USA. Join us as we discuss its potential and compare it to the rise of pickleball. We delve into the parallel journey of padel in the UK, examining the latest events and trends shaping the sport's growth. You can find all our other podcast episodes at:  podcasts.thepadelschool.com  Website: www.thepadelschool.com  Instagram: @thepadelschool  Facebook: www.facebook.com/thepadelschool  LinkedIn:...