Padel is a game that commonly gets described as a mixture of tennis and squash, and is a refreshing addition to the racket sports genre. It is played by four people, on a court surrounded by glass walls and mesh fencing, that is roughly half the size of a tennis court. It is easy to pick up, especially compared to the more traditional racket sports, and even without coaching or guidance, one could easily grasp the fundamentals of the game in a session or just by watching a quick video tutorial. The gameplay is identical to tennis, with the key differences being the walls surrounding the court, which the ball can either be played into or off of.
Padel is a very social game which you can play with your friends and family regardless of age and gender. Because the game is played in a tightly enclosed space it is fast and moves at an exciting pace with matches normally finishing within an hour, that’s if you don’t want the inevitable rematch!