Stage 01 of 05  ·  Player Pathway

Beginner Foundation

Your first step into padel. Build the essential strokes, understand the court, and play your first real match — all within one structured month.

8Sessions
1Month
2×Per Week
1hPer Session
Enroll in Stage 01
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Stage 01 · Beginner Foundation
  • 8 structured court sessions
  • Certified RULOXPADEL coach
  • Small groups — max 6 players
  • Stage assessment & certificate
  • Pathway progress report
Next stage Intermediate
Learning Outcomes

What You Will Learn

Court dimensions, rules, scoring and match format
Continental grip and correct racket pressure
Forehand and backhand groundstrokes with direction
Serve mechanics and consistent toss placement
Back wall and side wall ball reading
Introduction to net play — volley and overhead
Doubles positioning and partner communication
Play a full doubles match with confidence
Course Curriculum

8 Sessions · 1 Month

2 sessions per week · 1 hour per session · Small groups of up to 6 players

SESSION 01 Welcome to Padel
4 topics · Week 1
  • Court walkthrough — dimensions, glass walls and fencing
    15 min
  • Rules, scoring and how a match is won
    10 min
  • Equipment selection: racket weight, shape and grip size
    10 min
  • First rally — free hitting to feel the court
    25 min
SESSION 02 Grip, Stance & Footwork
4 topics · Week 1
  • Continental grip: hold, pressure and adaptation
    15 min
  • Ready position: feet, knees, racket and eyes
    10 min
  • Split step timing and reactive movement
    15 min
  • Footwork drills: side shuffle and recovery step
    20 min
SESSION 03 Forehand & Backhand Drives
3 topics · Week 2
  • Forehand drive — unit turn, contact point and follow-through
    20 min
  • Backhand drive — compact swing, wrist stability and direction
    20 min
  • Cross-court and down-the-line target practice
    20 min
SESSION 04 The Serve & The Lob
3 topics · Week 2
  • Serve mechanics — bounce, contact below waist, placement
    20 min
  • Serve consistency drills into the service box
    20 min
  • The lob — height, depth and when to use it
    20 min
SESSION 05 Wall Play Introduction
3 topics · Week 3
  • Reading back wall angles — bounce, spin and timing
    15 min
  • Forehand and backhand off the back wall
    25 min
  • Side wall corner introduction and recovery position
    20 min
SESSION 06 Net Play Basics
3 topics · Week 3
  • Forehand volley — punch, compact swing, angle control
    20 min
  • Backhand volley — stable wrist, block and redirect
    20 min
  • Overhead smash introduction — timing and placement
    20 min
SESSION 07 Doubles Positioning & Communication
3 topics · Week 4
  • The 4 court zones and responsibility areas
    15 min
  • Side-by-side formation: attacking and defending
    25 min
  • On-court communication: calling shots and covering
    20 min
SESSION 08 Match Play & Stage Assessment
3 topics · Week 4
  • Full doubles match — applying all stage 01 skills
    35 min
  • Coach feedback and individual skill review
    15 min
  • Pathway assessment and Stage 02 readiness discussion
    10 min
Who This Is For

Is Stage 01 Right for You?

This stage is for you if…
  • You have never played padel before
  • You've played a few casual games with no coaching
  • You play tennis, squash or badminton and want to transition to padel
  • You want structured technique from day one — not self-taught habits
  • You are enrolling a junior player aged 8 and above
Consider Stage 02 if…
  • You can rally consistently for 10+ shots cross-court
  • You understand court zones and basic doubles positioning
  • You can serve and return with reasonable consistency
  • You have completed a beginner program at any club
  • You regularly play social padel and want to take it further
Player Pathway
01
Beginner
02
Intermediate
03
Advanced
04
Competitor
05
Elite Player
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8 sessions. 1 month. The foundation you need to build a game that lasts a lifetime.

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