You are taking your first steps into the exciting world of padel. At this stage, you are familiarizing yourself with the racquet, the court, and the basic rules of the game. Your focus is on learning the fundamental strokes and developing hand-eye coordination.

• Grip and stance are still developing

• Focusing on getting the ball over the net and into play

• Beginning to understand court positioning

You are starting to hit the ball with more control and consistency, and you’re beginning to experiment with using the back wall. You’re learning to differentiate between forehand and backhand strokes, experimenting with different swings and grips. You’re also getting a feel for the ball’s bounce and the speed of the game.

• Developing basic stroke mechanics

• Starting to understand the difference between offensive and defensive shots

• Improving hand-eye coordination and ball tracking

You are comfortable rallying and can keep the ball in play for several shots. You are starting to understand the basic strategy of padel, including the importance of court positioning and shot selection. You are working on adding more power and spin to your shots, and are beginning to intentionally use the back wall to extend rallies.

• Can maintain a rally with consistent shots

• Developing an understanding of basic padel strategy

• Working on adding power and spin to shots

• Intentionally hitting the ball off the back wall to keep the point alive

You are a consistent rally player and can place the ball with some accuracy. You are able to hit a variety of shots, including volleys and lobs. You are starting to experiment with different spins and developing your tactical awareness. You’re gaining confidence in hitting the ball off the back wall and beginning to experiment with shots off the side

wall.

• Can control the ball’s direction and depth

• Able to hit a variety of shots with decent consistency

• Starting to understand how to use spin to your advantage

• Confidently hitting off the back wall and experimenting with side wall shots

You are a competent padel player with solid fundamentals. You have a good understanding of the game's strategy and tactics, and you can execute a variety of shots with decent power and accuracy. You are also starting to develop your volleying skills and incorporating the use of the single glass wall in your game.

• Consistent and accurate with most shots

• Good understanding of padel strategy and tactics

• Developing volleying skills and net play

• Intentionally using the single glass wall to your advantage

You are a versatile player with a wide range of shots. You have good control over your power and spin, and you can accurately place the ball in different parts of the court. You are also a confident volleyer and can finish points at the net. You are starting to strategically utilize both the single and double glass walls in your game.

• Can hit a variety of shots with power, spin, and accuracy

• Confident at the net and can finish points with volleys

• Good understanding of advanced padel tactics and strategy

• Strategically using both single and double glass walls in your game

You are a skilled padel player with a strong all-around game. You have a deep understanding of the game’s nuances and can consistently execute a variety of shots with power, precision, and spin. You are also a strategic player who can adapt your game to different opponents and situations, confidently incorporating the use of walls to your advantage, including bandejas and viboras.

• Excellent shot selection and tactical awareness

• Consistent power, spin, and accuracy on all shots

• Ability to control the pace and direction of the game

• Confidently utilizing the walls to your advantage, including bandejas and viboras

You are an advanced player with excellent court coverage and shot-making ability. You have a wide repertoire of shots, including powerful smashes, delicate drop shots, and tricky lobs. You are also a skilled defender who can anticipate your opponent’s shots. You are strategically incorporating the use of the walls to create opportunities and win points.

• Excellent court coverage and movement

• Ability to hit winners from all areas of the court

• Strong defensive skills and anticipation

• Strategically using the walls, including complex rebounds and offensive lobs, to create opportunities and win points

You are an elite player with exceptional skill and a deep understanding of the game. You are a dominant force on the court, capable of hitting winners from any position and consistently outsmarting your opponents. You are also a great team player, effectively communicating and coordinating with your partner while masterfully utilizing the walls to your advantage.

• Exceptional shot-making ability and tactical awareness

• Dominates matches with consistent winners and strategic play

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Masterful use of the walls to create winning opportunities, including complex rebounds, offensive and defensive lobs, and wall exits