Padel For Dummies

Edwards, Austin

An easy-to-follow guide to one of the fastest growing racquet sports in the world

Interested in learning a fun “new” racquet sport that’s great exercise, incredibly social, and known for being “easy to learn – but hard to master?” Why not try padel?

In Padel For Dummies, lifelong racquet sports lover turned padel evangelist/journalist, Austin Edwards, explains everything you need to know to get started playing the game. You’ll learn all about the unique court dimensions and specifications, the equipment that players use, the rules of play, common terms, and basic playing strategies.

The author walks you through useful techniques to improve your practices, drills you can use to develop your skills, and even tips on finding courts and clubs in your community so you can meet new friends to play with.

Inside the book:

• Discover why padel is “the world’s fastest growing sport”
• Learn how padel is similar to – and different from – other popular racquet sports like tennis, pickleball, and squash
• Get up to speed on all of padel’s unique rules and uncover key strategies for winning
• Unlock expert advice, tips, and drills to improve your game
• Start truly living “the padel life” by traveling for tournaments, joining leagues, watching the pros, and possibly building your very own court!

Details

Published by: For Dummies

Publication Date: 2026-07-21

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781394394418

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Dimensions: cm xcm

Pages: 352