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DANSK PADEL FEDERATION INTRODUCES THE STRUCTURE OF HELLO PADEL ACADEMY IN DENMARK

DANSK PADEL FEDERATION INTRODUCES THE STRUCTURE OF HPA IN DENMARK NEW STRATEGIC ALLIANCE BETWEEN THE DANSK PADEL FORBUND & HELLO PADEL ACADEMY The Danish Padel Federation is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking collaborative partnership with Hello Padel Academy, the internationally renowned leader in Padel coach training. Commencing in June 2024, this strategic alliance is set … Read more

THE NON-PLAYING HAND (NON-DOMINANT)

1. INTRODUCTION A person who does not play padel, or even a beginner, probably thinks that the non-playing hand is useless, since the hand and arm with which we hit the ball all the time is the other one. However, although it is clear that the most important hand in padel is the one that … Read more

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THE IMPORTANCE OF A GOOD PADEL COACH

1. INTRODUCTION I suppose we all agree that, in any sport, having the help and guidance of a coach will always help us to improve faster and better than if we try to be self-taught. In the case of our sport, the importance of having a coach is, if possible, greater than in other sports, … Read more

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YOUR RACKET BAG-THE ESSENTIALS & MORE.

HOW TO PREPARE YOUR RACKET BAG! 1. INTRODUCTION When preparing our racket bag to go to train or play a padel match, surely (hopefully), no one forgets to put the padel racket and shoes. However, preparing the perfect bag requires the inclusion of many more accessories and items. Although the “perfect” bag, in the end, … Read more

EPICONDYLITIS

1. INTRODUCTION. Epicondylitis – among the different fears that an athlete may have, the greatest and most widespread fear is probably that of suffering an injury, especially in the case of serious and chronic injuries.One of the most common injuries in the world of tennis and padel, which can affect both amateur and professional athletes, … Read more

PAULA JOSEMARIA HELLO PADEL DOUBLEHANDED BACKHAND

THE DOUBLE-HANDED BACKHAND

INTRODUCTION According to a tennis article of this year, only 13 of the top 100 players in the world play with a one-handed backhand, meaning that 87% of players play the double-handed backhand. Who doesn’t know Rafa Nadal’s or Novak Djokovic’s two-handed backhand? But what about in the world of padel? How many players do … Read more

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THE CONTINENTAL GRIP

INTRODUCTION: Gripping the padel racket correctly and properly is essential to execute good shots and, at the same time, prevent injuries.You can hold the padel racket in different ways, but if one of them stands out above the others due to its great versatility, it is the continental grip. This is the grip with which … Read more

THE DOUBLE REBOUND

INTRODUCTION One of the inherent characteristics of padel that differentiates it from tennis, the closest sport, is the use of walls (side and back walls) during the game.Of course this includes the double rebound. And look how important the walls are in padel that they have even given names to the different technical executions that … Read more

WHY SO MANY CHANGES OF PARTNER IN WPT?

CHANGES OF PARTNER – INTRODUCTION Nowadays, changes of partner in the WPT are a very common and almost constant occurrence throughout the season.It is becoming more and more common for players who start the season with one partner to end it with another. There are even players who, throughout the year, may have played with … Read more

THE RETURN OF SERVE

INTRODUCTION TO THE RETURN OF SERVE The return of serve is the stroke we use to return the opponent’s serve. Although it is a shot that does not stand out visually, that often goes unnoticed and with which it is very difficult to win the point or even just force the error, it is a … Read more

THE WARM UP IN PADEL

Introduction I think we all agree that everyone knows that before starting any physical activity or sport of a certain intensity, such as padel, we should warm up. However, I am sure I am not wrong if I say that only a few, or very few, do this before entering the court to play padel, … Read more

SMASH X4

Introduction In padel, unlike tennis, the aerial game is very important, and we use many overhead shots, one of them being the smash X4. Therefore, Smashes are one of the star strokes of padel, combining technique, power, elegance and definition in the same stroke. Depending on their purpose and method of execution we can differentiate … Read more

THE DIFFERENT PADEL CIRCUITS

WORLD PADEL TOUR, PREMIER PADEL AND A1 PADEL INTRODUCTION TO THE PADEL CIRCUITS Surely, all padel fans know or have seen a World Padel Tour tournament. However, it is possible that not everyone has heard of other professionl padel circuits. Therefore, In this article we are going to give an overview of the 3 most … Read more

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THE LOB

Introduction Despite what many believe, the lob is one of the most important strokes in padel and, many times, one of the least valued. Many who come from a tennis background have not used this shot often. So, the lob should be learnt from the moment we start playing padel, after learning to hit the … Read more

SALAZAR / TRIAY 2022 WPT SEASON RECAP

If you followed the WPT SEASON last year, you will know that not only did this amazing pairing end the season by winning the Estrella Damm Masters in Barcelona, but also ended the season as the number ones for the second consecutive year as well as winning a record breaking 12 titles!!! Let’s start from … Read more

LEBRÓN / GALÁN 2022 WPT SEASON RECAP

After a surprising and somewhat controversial defeat ( addressed by Lebrón on social media ) at the hands of Javier Garrido (Spain) and his partner Lucas Campagnolo (Brasil) in the round of 16 at the Miami padel open in February, the 2022 WPT season did not get off to a good start for the world number one … Read more

Federico Chingotto

Federico Chingotto, also known as Fede Chingotto or “El Ratón”, is a professional paddle tennis player who was born in Neuquén, Argentina on April 13, 1997. Standing around 1.70 m tall, this athlete sneaks around like a mouse. He plays in the drive position and has strong defensive skills. Beginnings Fede, at the time, was … Read more

Alejandro Ruiz Granados

Alejandro Ruiz Granados is a professional padel player born in Malaga, Spain, on June 12, 1994. Interestingly, this left-handed padel player fought for his sporting career despite his diabetes and is now one of the most important players in the world in this discipline. His talent and professionalism contributed, to a large extent, to a … Read more

Marta Marrero Marrero

Marta Marrero Marrero is a professional tennis player and professional paddle tennis player, born in the Canary Islands, Spain, on January 16, 1983, who stands out for being an imposing figure at the net. Her defensive and offensive qualities, however, are the factors that have led her to become a reference in this sport. She is … Read more

Franco Stupaczuk

Franco Stupaczuk, better known as Stupa, is a professional padel player who was born in Argentina on May 25, 1996. With a height of approximately 1.80 m, this player does not stand out for being the most physical of all, but he is quite agile and knows how to take advantage of his vertical height, … Read more

Carlos Daniel Gutierrez

Carlos Daniel Gutiérrez Amaya, better known as Sanyo Gutiérrez, is a professional padel tennis player, born in San Luis, Argentina, on June 15, 1984 . With a length of 1.77 m, Sanyo has stood out for his unpredictable style of play, so he always has an ace up his sleeve to surprise his rivals. Beginnings … Read more

Time to meet Martin Di Nenno

Emotional story Martin Di Nenno was born 24 years ago in the city of Ezeiza, in Argentina. Today, he is the current number 3 in the world padel tour ranking… but behind his present success, there is an emotional story of struggle and resilience. “El turquito” began to stand out in padel when he was very … Read more

Made in Spain: Arturo Coello

INTRODUCTION: Arturo Coello Manso was born in the town of Mojados, in the province of Valladolid, on 8 March 2002. Sometimes they call him by one of his two nicknames: “El Rey Arturo” and “Arturito”. He currently occupies the 2nd position (as of 16 May 2023) in the World Padel Tour ranking and, together with … Read more

PABLO AYMÀ Joins HPA Online platform

The WPT Coach joins HPA the Premier online coaching platform with an amazing set of live sessions. Meet Pablo Aymà Pablo Aymà born in February 26, 1974, in Buenos Aires. He began playing padel in his native Argentina when he was 16 years old. Former tennis player (among many other activities), Pablo found in padel … Read more

Padel, easy to pick up! Facts about padel sport

The boom of Padel from the beginning. Discover more about the sport and start now to playing padel. Padel since the begining… Padel has become the most popular racquet sport in a few hispanic countries such as Mexico and Argentina but mainly in Spain. What is the secret of this racquet sport? As the Padel … Read more

GAME, SET & MATCH FOR HEAD SPORTWEAR

The latest collection in terms of performance, materials and design, helping our #TeamHEAD to triumph on court On court elegance is served. HEAD Sportswear presents a versatile yet perfectly coordinating clothing style for 2021 with the Performance, Vision and Club ranges. Sophisticated material inserts, high-performance fabrics, and perfectly tailored cuts highlight the technical character of … Read more

BANDEJA SHOT – #differentlevel

Why is it one of the most important shots? 1.- To maintain the net position 2.- Gives the opponent a tough shot to play back. Some tips from our head coach, Mauri Andrini, to improve your “Bandeja”.: Preparation: Prepare both feet and arms at the same time. Take some steps back onto your playing leg … Read more

PADEL GET-AWAYS WITH HPA!

WHY TAKE A PADEL GET AWAY? In recent years, padel has surged in popularity, becoming a favorite pastime for sports enthusiasts worldwide. Combining elements of tennis and squash, padel offers a unique and exhilarating experience. For those looking to combine their passion for the sport with travel, a padel holiday presents the perfect opportunity. Here … Read more

WE ARE HIRING

We are hiring. We are looking for a padel coach to join HPA.

REASONS TO BECOME A PADEL COACH

INTRODUCTION: REASONS TO BECOME A PADEL COACH Becoming a padel coach can be a rewarding career choice for individuals passionate about the sport and dedicated to helping others improve their skills. Whether you’re an experienced player looking to share your expertise or someone with a love for teaching, coaching padel offers exciting opportunities. Here are … Read more

BALL PRESSURIZERS

1. INTRODUCTION – BALL PRESSURIZERS Don’t you find it annoying, that at amateur level you have to use new balls every match in order to feel good and play at ease? When it comes to playing, few sensations will be more pleasant than playing with new balls of our favourite brand. Even the part before … Read more

BRONZE LEVEL COURSE FOR COACHES

In recent years, padel has witnessed a surge in popularity, captivating thousands of enthusiasts with it’s unique blend of athleticism, strategy, and social intereaction…Making Padel coaching an interesting and rewarding career, as you inspire people to start playing the game and empower them to unlock their full potential. Every day is a new challenge, from … Read more

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FAREWELL WPT…WELCOME PREMIER PADEL!

1. INTRODUCTION – WPT/PREMIER PADEL Surely “almost” all padel lovers will know and/or have seen a WPT match. However, what some may not know, is that the WPT has come to an end to give way to a new circuit, the Premier Padel… 2. AN OVERVIEW OF THE WPT The WPT circuit came to be … Read more

POWER VS BALL OUTPUT!

1. INTRODUCTION TO BALL OUTPUT VS POWER When choosing a racket that is suitable for our type of game, it is essential to know what our style of play is and to look at the characteristics of the racket and what they mean.Two of the characteristics that we should look at before buying a racket … Read more

THE HIGH BACKHAND VOLLEY

1. INTRODUCTION A high and slow ball when the opponents are on the volley could seem, a priori, a real “gift”. However, if we are able to direct this ball to their backhand volley, not only will they not be able to attack us, but they will also have to play it very well if … Read more

FROM TENNIS TO PADEL- THE TRANSITION

1. INTRODUCTION – FROM TENNIS TO PADEL We are sure we are not wrong if we say that, nowadays, there are many players who play padel who came from tennis. And we ask ourselves, is there anyone who does not know a padel player who came from tennis? For these players, it is clear that … Read more

GOLDEN POINT

1. INTRODUCTION– THE GOLDEN POINT Padel is a relatively “new” sport, especially when compared to other sports. This means that padel is still in a stage of growth and evolution, so it is not very strange that between seasons they can make modifications or changes in the rules.One of the rules that most affected the … Read more

The importance of hydration in sport

1. INTRODUCTION – THE IMPORTANCE OF HYDRATION Everyone knows (or so we hope) how important hydration is for the human body, and even more so if we do sport and it is very hot. Water is the main chemical component in the human body and accounts for approximately 50% to 70% of our body weight. … Read more

THE DEFENSE IN PADEL

THE DEFENSE IN PADEL – INTRODUCTION We would all like to finish points quickly and decisively, with a x3 or x4 smash. Being fast, relentless, and sending the message to the opponent of “Here I am”. However, the reality is that most points in a match are not like that. And despite the fact that … Read more

THE RIGHT SIDE PLAYER

INTRODUCTION Padel is a sport played in pairs. This means, logically, that one player has to play on the right side of the court and the other on the left side. The ideal side we should play on will depend on several factors, such as our technical skills, our style of play, our partner, our … Read more

LA NEVERA – THE ‘FREEZE OUT’

Introduction Freeze out – As with other sports, padel also uses its own slang. Within the padel vocabulary we can find words that, logically, do not refer to their original meaning. Words like “la víbora“, “la dormilona“, “la bandeja“… are words that everyone knows, but perhaps not everyone knows exactly what they refer to when … Read more

Padel rackets – how to choose?

Introduction Currently, there are a huge number of padel rackets available on the market, and we can find many different brands and models, shapes, weights, sizes and materials. Consequently, this makes us have doubts about which racket to choose or which one is the most suitable for us. In the following article, we will see … Read more

Pablo Lima

Pablo José Mongelo de Lima, better known in the padel world as Pablo Lima, a professional player born on October 11, 1986, in Porto Alegre, Brazil. At 1.80m tall and left-handed, he is considered one of the best Brazilian players in the history of this sport, especially for his exceptional defensive qualities and his powerful … Read more

Juan Martín Díaz Martínez

Juan Martín Díaz Martínez, also known as “El Galleguito”, is a professional padel player born on November 28, 1975, in Mar del Plata, Province of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Those who have followed this sport for years, consider him one of the best padel players in history, thanks to his reflexes, creativity and ability on the … Read more

Miguel Lamperti

Miguel Lamperti, also known as “the gray-haired”, is a professional paddle tennis player of Argentine nationality who was born on November 11, 1978, in Bahía Blanca. His extensive career as a player of this sport has led him to become one of the most mediatic athletes of this discipline. He is also popular for his … Read more

Beatriz González Fernández

Beatriz González Fernández, better known as “Bea” in the WPT world, is a professional padel player born on November 23, 2001 in Malaga, who has captivated the fans of this sport for her daring style on the court. The talent and quality of the young player from Malaga are unquestionable, which is why she has … Read more

Estrella Damm Master Final 2022 to be played in December in Barcelona

Barcelona was chosen to host the Estrella Damm Master Final 2022, the final of the World Padel Tour (WPT) circuit, which will be held from December 15 to 18 this year at the Palau Sant Jordi, known for being the most used Olympic facility in Barcelona. This was announced by Jaume Collboni, first deputy mayor … Read more

Agustin Tapia

Agustín Tapia, better known as “El Mozart de Catamarca”, is a professional padel player born on July 24, 1999 in Argentina, in the city of Catamarca, located 1,200 kilometers from Buenos Aires. This young player has conquered the hearts of the fans of this sport, due to his ingenuity and his optimism for not giving … Read more

Paula Josemaría Martín

Paula José María Martín is a professional padel player, born on October 31, 1996, in Moraleja, Spain. The young athlete has climbed a few positions in the World Padel Tour ranking in recent years to rank 2nd. All this, thanks to her irreverent style of play and her way of understanding the dynamics of this … Read more

Ariana Sánchez Fallada

Ariana Sánchez Fallada, better known as Ari Sánchez “La Magic”, (the magician) is a professional padel player born on July 9, 1997 in Reus, Spain. Her skills, determination and passion on the court, have allowed her to become one of the most successful young players in this sport, remaining in the top of the World … Read more

Gemma Triay Pons

Gemma Triay Pons is a professional padel player born in Menorca (Spain) on June 28, 1992. She is currently number 1 in the World Padel Tour ranking, thanks to her tactical and technical skills, but above all for her ability to remain calm and enjoy the game even in the moments when it seems that … Read more

On which side should I play padel?

Padel, like almost any sport, in addition to demanding a good physical conditions, also requires technical, tactical and strategic training so that players can excel on the court. It is very common, in fact, that those who want to develop their best game in this discipline ask themselves, on which side should I play padel? … Read more

Current World Number One – Alejandra Salazar

Alejandra Salazar Bengoechea, popularly known in the world of women’s padel tennis as “Ale”, is a professional player who was born on December 31, 1985, in Madrid. She has won several Spanish and World championships on multiple occasions, both in pairs and teams, which has led her to become an emblematic figure in this sport. … Read more

NEW PARTNER

APU & HPA COLLABORATION Austrian Padel Union has signed a collaboration agreement with Hello Padel Academy to enhance the Padel Coaching quality in the country. Hello Padel Academy will provide the coaching methodology through the Padel Federation in Austria, to increase the quality of the Coaching Licenses system and to bring up professional padel coaches … Read more