Padel Ontario
What is Padel?
Padel is the fastest-growing sport in the world. It combines the pizzazz of tennis with the thrill of squash, marrying the best elements of both.
Padel is not just a sport; it’s a social experience. It’s perfect for all skill levels, with an easy entry point and a forgiving learning curve. Whether you’re playing with your family or a group of friends. Padel offers a fun and engaging way to stay active and connected with a community.
Although Padel is easy to play, it’s challenging to master, which is part of its addictiveness. Your passion for the game will intensify as your level of play improves and you advance in the sport.
Padel Court & Equipment
The Court
Padel courts are fully enclosed and purpose-built. They are 1/3 the size of a tennis court (20m long x 10m wide) and have glass and mesh walls. Hence, two Padel courts fit into one tennis court. To allow for anchoring and movement around the court.
The Racket
Padel rackets are usually made of carbon composite or fibreglass with a plastic foam coating, although some companies incorporate cork into the layers. The racket handle is short, and the face is perforated.
The Balls
The balls look similar to tennis balls. But they are smaller in diameter and less pressurized.
Shoes
Although tennis shoes are allowed, Padel shoes offer
improved comfort and cushioning to the stress points
(Achilles, etc.) when playing. Padel shoes also have deeper
perforations in the soles.