Discover the world of Pickleball and Padel.

PicklePadelHub.com is your ultimate resource for all things pickleball and padel. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced player seeking advanced strategies, we've got you covered. Explore instructional videos on how to play, where to play, and learn about the health benefits of both of these exciting sports. Plus, discover how you can enhance your game with the right equipment, training aids and gear.

Couch potato to Pickleball fanatic! How Pickleball changed my life....

Like most, my health, fitness and social life drastically altered (and not for the best) during, and since, COVID19.  My weight increased and I barely left the couch - even for work. I knew something had to change. With my fitbit securely strapped to my wrist, I walked...and walked (my dog enjoyed and benefited immensely from this infatuation with counting steps) until the novelty soon wore off.   I joined the gym, signed up to  Zumba but when you get to the 'looking for excuses so as not to go' stage - its pretty much over.  So my life went back to the sedentary way it was.....until...

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The Rise of Padel: A Fast-Paced Sport Taking the World by Storm

What is Padel and why is it booming?  Padel is an exciting racquet sport which blends elements of tennis and squash.  Its played on an enclosed court with glass walls. Unlike tennis, padel is typically played in doubles, and the use of walls allows for dynamic rebounds and strategic gameplay. It has rapidly gained popularity across Europe, Latin America, and beyond,  In fact, In Spain, Padel has become the second most popular sport behind soccer - quite an achievement.

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Pickleball

It comes as no surprise that pickleball is one of thee fastest-growing sports worldwide and its appeal lies in its simple, fun and social nature. The game is exciting, challenging and offers a good workout. Although the average player is around 35 yrs old, it is suitable for players of all ages and abilities with some regularly playing into their 60s, 70s and 80's. 

Padel

Padel is a relatively new sport which is experiencing a surge in popularity with over 25 million players worldwide. In Spain, Padel has become the second most popular sport behind football - quite an achievement - and is known for its unique play resulting in longer rallies - lasting 60-70% longer than in tennis, making it an exciting sport to play and watch.

What are the main differences between Pickleball and Padel?

Origins: Pickleball evolved mostly from badminton, while padel evolved from tennis.

Court Size: Padel courts are larger than pickleball courts

Court Setup: Padel courts have walls - glass and cage, while pickleball courts are laid out like doubles badminton courts with a non-volley zone or kitchen.

Equipment: Pickleball uses a solid paddle and a perforated plastic ball, while padel uses a solid paddle and a regular tennis ball.

Gameplay: Padel combines elements of tennis and squash, with a focus on precision near the glass walls, while pickleball emphasizes finesse and strategic shot placement on a smaller court. 

About us

We are a small group of friends, some, devoted to Padel and others fanatical about Pickleball - with one or two attempting both.   We were looking for an "everything in one place" site to  build our knowledge  and help improve our overall game.

Trying to navigate the social sites and websites for information, advice or training, proved relentless. The info was there, but the problem was - it was everywhere - too fragmented to be helpful.

This led to us creating our own space - PicklePadelHub.com - an "everything in one place" for Pickleball and Padel.

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