The Padel School Podcast
The Padel School is dedicated to helping padel players improve their game. This podcast is going to help you keep up to speed by providing the latest Premier Padel Tour news, helpful padel tips and interviewing the leaders in international padel. It will be a mix of interviews, solo coaching sessions and tournament recaps. Hit subscribe to join us on this padel journey!
Episodes
104 episodes
Why is padel SO EXPENSIVE?
In this episode, we dive into the reasons behind the high costs of playing padel, from court construction and maintenance to equipment and club fees. We’ll explore whether these costs are necessary and discuss ways the sport could become more a...
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16:20
How important is the KICK SMASH? Train it for competition!
In this episode Sandy and Tom discuss their recent trips - Tom got to the Quarterfinals of a FIP in Belgium and Sandy is back from the Acapulco Premier.Tom talks about competing in multiple matches in a day, the importance of the kick s...
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22:52
Understanding Your Padel Level: Where Do You Really Stand?
In this episode, we help you break down the different skill levels in padel and what defines each stage, from beginner to advanced. We’ll explore the key technical, tactical, and mental attributes that set each level apart, and how...
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17:15
Know you NEED to slow the ball down - but HOW??
A common theme last week in our clinics in South Africa was working with players to slow the speed of the ball down.This is extremely difficult to do when the other players on the court hit so fast, but in this solo episode Sandy explai...
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13:44
What makes a GREAT PADEL CLUB?
Tom and Sandy catch up about their latest trips and tournaments! The discussions talk about how clubs are developing and the little things they can do to improve the experience for players!Sandy is back from South Africa and discusses t...
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22:22
How Padel has exploded in South Africa!
Sandy was fortunate enough to sit down with the distributor for Bullpadel for Africa, Simon Raab, to discuss the growth of padel in SA!There are now 750 padel courts in South Africa and a huge potential for players to come through! Duri...
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15:39
Why Am I Plateauing in Padel?
In this episode, we take an in-depth look at the common reasons why players experience a plateau in their padel game. We’ll explore factors like technical flaws, mental barriers, lack of strategic play, and ineffective practice routines. Whethe...
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13:36
Do you NEED to play with better players to improve??
In this episode, Sandy and Tom dive into one of the most effective ways to improve your padel game—playing with and against stronger players. Whether you’re an ambitious beginner or a seasoned player, stepping onto the court with o...
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13:05
Are You Using The Right Padel Racket? Are You Sure?
Are you trying to work out which padel racket to use? Or feel like you are not quite using the right equipment?Sandy and Tom discuss how to choose a padel racket and what you should be looking for!To get your Free Equipment Guid...
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Indoor vs. Outdoor Padel: Which is Better?
In this episode, we explore the pros and cons of playing padel indoors versus outdoors. From weather conditions and court surfaces to ball speed and player experience, we’ll break down how each environment impacts your game and which might be b...
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15:46
How To Make Your Game Plan!
In this episode Sandy and Tom discuss why it is so important to have a game plan in every match! And what is the best way to structure the plan.How to work out your opponents weaknesses and make sure your strengths are being utilised fu...
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14:31
World Championships 2024 Recap - Spain & Argentina Dominate!
A nail biting World Championship final between Spain vs Argentina again - Tom and Sandy discuss the event and the surprise results!What can we expect to see from the up-and-coming padel nations and when can they compete with the 2 power...
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23:56
Biggest Mistake When Starting Padel? Improve Your Game From The Start!
Players start padel as a hobby for a bit of fun with their friends, but before they know it there is somebody they want to beat!In this episode Sandy and Tom discuss why it is so important to get training as early as you can!The...
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18:09
Do Players Cheat in Padel? How To Avoid It!
This episode Sandy and Tom discuss how players try to bend the rules and the old saying goes "Cheats never prosper"!Players can be so determined to win that they try to do it 'at all costs', but how can you avoid those situations with s...
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10:19
Watching Premier Padel? Here is how we breakdown the matches!
In this episode with Sandy & Tom, they discuss how they watch the Premier matches to get the most out of it as a player (as well as a spectator)!We highly recommend players watch the professionals play and it is so easy now (and fre...
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12:28
When Will Other Nations Emerge in Padel? And Paris Premier Recap!
The Paris Premier Padel Tournament has become one of the most prestigious tournaments in the padel world, attracting elite players and selling over 24,000 tickets for the final weekend.Here Sandy & Tom recap the tournam...
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17:46
Do great players make BETTER COACHES? What to look for in a coach?!
In this episode with Sandy and Tom, they discuss what makes a good coach and how different coaching can be depending on your skill level and needs.Good players are not always good coaches, whether in padel or any sport. While being a sk...
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18:53
The influence social media on Padel
It's been a long time since we last sat on the podcast couch! A bit of a catch up this one.- We'll discuss the influence that social media has on Padel.- Should Tennis help facilitate the growth of Padel even though Padel, potential...
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28:46
The Padel School ACADEMY!
We at The Padel School are SO GLAD to land our FIRST EVER ACADEMY in Boynton Beach, Florida at the Rally Club!Over the last year, we’ve been working HARD to bring The Padel School to the USA for the first time in this way - and NOW we’r...
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10:35
It’s exhausting Supporting a Padel Team!!
In this episode, we’ll take you through the recent European Championship tournament where we discuss if the men’s GB team and their 7th place is an accurate representation of the level of British Padel.We’ll also have chat about how far...
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27:48
Padel Player's Guide - Padel Book to improve at every level!
In this episode, we’ll talk about something that Sandy's been working really hard on over the last couple of years. We're super excited that we finally get to share it with you:The Padel Player's Guide - Elevate Your Game No Matt...
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20:45
European Championship Recap with GB Players!
In this episode, Sandy and Nikhil chat about the difference between this years Euros compared to the previous ones - are there any improvements or is it all the same, over and over again?We'll talk about Team GB's results during the tou...
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22:20
Is Tennis In Danger From Padel?
In this episode, we’ll discuss a press conference made by Novak Đoković at Wimbledon stating that Tennis might be in danger from Padel. We’ll take you through our view on why that may be the case.We’ll also have a chat about the upcomin...
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31:04
How long will it take "Emerging Countries" to catch up?
More changes happening in the Mens Pairs last week and sad to hear the split of the Super Pibes, one of our favourite pairs! What does this mean for the rest of the pairs?Also in this episode, we’re in Amsterdam and doing clinics. We'll...
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