Hi everyone, it’s Chris Salisbury! The glass is a huge part of padel - learning to use it well makes a massive difference. Here’s a quick tip for every level:

🟢 Beginner: Don’t rush! Let the ball bounce off the glass and come to you. Stay relaxed and take your time on the return.

🔵 Intermediate: Start lobbing after the glass bounce. It’s a great way to reset the point and regain control.

🔴 Advanced: Use the glass to apply pressure—soft shots into corners that bounce off two walls can force mistakes.

Whatever level you're at, remember this: The glass isn’t something to fear—it’s something to master. The more comfortable you are with it, the more the court opens up for you.

– Chris

We are delighted to confirm that Pep Stonor is the second guest on The Padel Directory Podcast, Pep is doing amazing things for women in sport and we can't wait to hear what she has to discuss!

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Pep will be talking about the importance of female participation in Padel, what is being done right, what needs to be done and the troubles that women go through when picking up a Padel racket!

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Members of The Padel Directory have the exclusive opportunity to ask all of our Podcast guests questions regarding Padel.‍

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We feel it is a great chance for our community to engage with guests and ask questions that would like to know the answer too!

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Share your questions for Pep below!

We are delighted to confirm that Steve Yeardley is the first guest on The Padel Directory Podcast, we are extremely excited to host Steve and can't wait to share this episode with you all!

Steve will be talking all things Padel from the his personal journey as well as the LTA's plans for the sport!

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Members of The Padel Directory have the exclusive opportunity to ask all of our Podcast guests questions regarding Padel.

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We feel it is a great chance for our community to engage with guests and ask questions that would like to know the answer too!

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Share your questions below!

Padel is growing fast, and so are the challenges that come with managing a thriving club—player communications, bookings, league management, and court occupancy. With so many software solutions out there, we want to understand what works, what doesn’t, and what could be improved to better support clubs like yours.

We’re conducting a short survey to gather insights from padel clubs about the tools they currently use, the challenges they face, and what features could make their operations smoother. If you run or manage a padel club, your input would be invaluable!

📋 Take the survey here: https://forms.office.com/r/ZeV5EBAnji

💡 Your feedback will help shape new solutions designed to make club management easier, improve player engagement, and ensure courts stay full.

⏳ It only takes 5 minutes, and all responses will be kept confidential.

If you know other padel club owners or managers, please share this post—the more insights we gather, the better solutions we can create!

Thanks in advance for your help!

Hey all,

I played a tournament today and in the 4th game I got hit big with calf cramp. So it lead me to post about it.

on reflection the biggest components for it was - not enough nutrition and hydration at appropriate times

cramp is generally caused by dehydration and a lack of salts / electrolytes.

Felt a little ropey so skipped breakfast, so lack of enough food in that time frame meant the body wasn’t happy.

what’s everyone’s favourite electrolytes / nutrition strategies for cramp ???

do you plan and prepare for your games and tournaments ?

Be great to get the conversation going

as always

move well

perform better

Brent

None listed past April - any clues whe and where in 2025?

Enhancing Recovery in Padel: The Padel Physios pro Tip

As a padel specialist physiotherapist, optimizing recovery after the intensity of play is crucial for performance enhancement and injury prevention. Here are key recovery strategies:

**1. Cool Down Thoroughly:**

After matches, allocate time to a structured cool-down routine. Emphasize gentle mobility and low-intensity movements to gradually lower heart rate, reduce muscle stiffness, and enhance flexibility.

**2. Restore Movement:**

Incorporate mobility exercises to maintain joint range and muscle pliability. Techniques such as foam rolling or dynamic stretching can alleviate tension and promote blood flow. These can be done on returning home post game

**3. Hydration:**

Replenish lost fluids by drinking water or electrolyte-rich beverages immediately after playing. Adequate hydration supports muscle function and aids in the removal of metabolic waste.

**4. Nutrition:**

Consume a balanced meal with carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats post-match. This facilitates muscle repair and energy restoration.

Effective recovery is vital for maintaining peak performance and prolonging your athletic journey. Implementing these strategies consistently will empower you to play padel at your best.

Stay active, stay healthy.

As always -

Move well, Perform Better

Brent (The Padel Physios)

Fit 72 year old wanting to try Padel as still fit and active but no longer playing tennis.

Hey everyone, Sam Jones here - R3 Sport player and GB no.2 - bringing you a top tip to improve your serve!

Your serve isn’t just a way to start the rally - it’s your first chance to take control so take these tips into your next match...

• Slice it low to keep the ball skidding off the glass, making it harder to attack
• Target the backhand or body and force your opponent into an awkward return
• Mix it up - go wide, jam them up or surprise with a deep bounce
• Step in aggressively to take control with your first volley

A great serve doesn’t need to be powerful, just smart. Try these tips and let me know how they work for you!

– Sam 💪🎾



Hi everyone, it’s the team behind R3 Sport.

We’re all about pushing the game of padel forward - both on and off the court. Our mission is to develop padel in GB and support players to improve, compete and enjoy the sport even more.

That’s why, each month, one of our R3 Sport pro players will be sharing a top tip to help you refine your skills, develop your strategy and gain an edge in your matches.



R3 Sport Players

Christian Medina Murphy GB Men’s No. 1

Sam Jones GB Men’s No. 2

Nikhil Mohindra GB Men’s No. 4

Chris Salisbury GB Men’s No. 5

Sam MacNeil GB Men’s No. 8

Jake Bewley GB Men’s No. 9

Olly Cull GB Men’s No. 15

Catherine Rose GB Women’s No. 3

The Gomez Twins (Cameron & Luke) GB U18 Boys No. 6

Keep an eye out for our expert insights straight from the professionals, starting this month with Sam Jones!

WARM UP :

The Padel Physio Pro Tip ...

A simple thing to support your warm up

LAYERS !! its still cold these early months of the year.

If your body temperature is low you will be stiff and restricted.

Clothing can be a huge component - dress appropriately with layers you can reduce as your temperature rises. it's tough to get moving well in shorts and t shirt shivering.

Layer up with a top layer (tracksuit bottoms and hoodie) - Ps The new Padel Directory hoodies are NEXT LEVEL

Then prep with a good warm up before you get on court, get moving and start to strip down, this can get you going better quicker and reduce the time needed to actually WARM UP.

Look out for my full warm up coming to the PADEL PHYSIO section of the website too.

As always MOVE WELL ... PERFORM BETTER

lets get at it team

Brent

The Padel Physio

When do you think the UK is going to host a major event from Premier Padel or A1? I can't wait to attend to the first one

February top tip ; The Importance of Warm-Ups

A proper warm-up routine enhances blood flow, mobility, and muscle readiness, getting your body and mind prepared to play.

Reducing injury risk and improving your on court performance. The 3 key components of a good warm up include;

Increasing blood flow - think heart rate and body temperature - bike, skip, pogos and calf pumps

Joint motion and mobility - dynamic movements for both lower body and upper body (think calf raises, lunges and arm circles)

Game specific- get your eye in for ball timing and coordination so your routine paired drills focusing on emphasising your shots - getting the body used to the shots gently and timing before letting loose in the match

If you want a thorough example of this check out the warm up video

Given 90 days, what would be your personal padel target?

• Mine is to compete in an LTA G3 Tournament

Target Deadline is May 15th. What’s yours?

Where do you guys think is best to play in regards to what experience you get for the price you pay?

What is everyone’s personal favourite Padel court to play on in the UK?

Welcome all to the RAF Padel clubhouse! This is the best place to find updates and info about RAF and Armed Forces Padel! Keep checking back for more and please use this to find players around you stations!

Just wondering what LTA graded tournament would be best for a level 2.5 on Playtomic?

Hey all

Here’s a little introduction to myself, the intent of the forum and how you can use the information to support you the best possible way.

My name is Brent Gilpin also known as The Padel physio. A specialist physiotherapist with a background in helping athletes solve performance issues and getting out of pain. With over 12 years experience I’ve had the opportunity to work in the uk, New Zealand and Australia, with experience in junior development and pro tennis players whilst in NZ.

I found padel - immediately fell in love playing and consumed me into the attributes an athlete needed to play well. Since then I’ve been working with a mixture of tournaments and brands in order to support some of the countries elite players, this year will be be huge for my involvement in the sport, as I have a catalogue of content / events and plans for developing the background support in padel.

in this forum I will answer themes with injuries or concerns and connect to resources available.

Please ask questions, engage and let’s make this a space for open supportive interactions to make this an amazing community together.

Cant wait to help you all.

Brent

The Padel Physio

Hey all

Here’s a little introduction to myself, the intent of the forum and how you can use the information to support you the best possible way.

My name is Brent Gilpin also known as The Padel physio. A specialist physiotherapist with a background in helping athletes solve performance issues and getting out of pain. With over 12 years experience I’ve had the opportunity to work in the uk, New Zealand and Australia, with experience in junior development and pro tennis players whilst in NZ.

I found padel - immediately fell in love playing and consumed me into the attributes an athlete needed to play well. Since then I’ve been working with a mixture of tournaments and brands in order to support some of the countries elite players, this year will be be huge for my involvement in the sport, as I have a catalogue of content / events and plans for developing the background support in padel.

in this forum I will answer themes with injuries or concerns and connect to resources available.

Please ask questions, engage and let’s make this a space for open supportive interactions to make this an amazing community together.

Cant wait to help you all.

Brent

The Padel Physio

Hi All,

Does anyone know when Padel courts are opening in Shropshire?

Hi @Padel Physio, any idea how to loosen the wrist before playing Padel? Cheers

Looking forward to summer padel!

Hi all, just wondering if there is anywhere to play padel in/near Cardiff?

Does anyone know when the courts in Shropshire are opening?

Hi All,

I have a Nox Beginners Racket for sale, it is brand new with the label on.

Happy to listen to offers.

Drop a comment if interested.

Hi, can anyone please recommend Padel specific trainers that are suitable for outdoor wear?

thanks

Hi All,

Just wondered what the best grips are for sweat absorption when playing abroad in the sun!

Thanks

Hi All,

Looking for advice on padel balls.

A huge range is offered - and used - at my local centre.

I have used Wilson and Slazenger but they don't seem to last?

Thanks!

I am looking for advice on what is the best racket for people with tennis elbow, thanks.

Padel content has significant increased on social media. As part of a group that plays weekly, I am keen to start filming some matches to help identify ways that we can improve and also to have a bit of fun.

We are already use a phone mount that attaches to the glass from one end of the court. It is useful but limited as the video is static.

A 'point of view' perspective seems the obvious next choice. I am torn between the Insta360 Go and DJI Action 2. Both are small, light and can seemingly be attached in multiple ways.

Does anyone have any experience of filming? If so, would you recommend either of the suggestions above or an alternative?

Thanks in advance!

Looking for more Grade 4 tournaments. Are they any upcoming near Bristol?