What is Padel?

The social racket sport that’s taking Australia by storm.

Four players, glass walls, endless fun. Padel blends the best of tennis and squash into one incredibly addictive game that's easier to master and impossible to quit.

Simple. Social. Addictive.

How Do You Play it?

Simple rules, fast rallies, and fun from your very first hit.

Padel is incredibly easy to learn but endlessly entertaining to master. Here's everything you need to know to get started:

  • The Court: One-third the size of a tennis court, enclosed by glass walls and mesh that become part of the game.

  • The Racket: Solid, perforated paddles (no strings!) designed for control and precision. Easier to handle than tennis rackets.

  • The Ball: Looks like a tennis ball but with lower pressure, making it slower and more forgiving for beginners.

  • The Scoring: Identical to tennis—love, 15, 30, 40, deuce. If you know tennis scoring, you're already halfway there.

  • The Game: Always played in doubles with underhand serves. Longer rallies, strategic positioning, and constant movement.

  • The Walls: This is where the magic happens! Use the glass walls to create impossible angles, surprise your opponents, and keep rallies alive. Every shot becomes a tactical puzzle.

  • The Best Part: Most beginners are having genuine fun and competitive rallies within their first 30 minutes on court.

Why People Love Padel

Padel is known as “the world’s most social sport” — and once you try it, you’ll see why.

Easy to learn in minutes, not months.

  • Always doubles — connection over competition

  • Every age, every fitness level welcome

  • Great workout that doesn't feel like work

  • Fast rallies = constant laughs and action

  • Tennis players go crazy for it — your skills transfer perfectly, but the walls add a thrilling new dimension that'll push you out of your comfort zone

Padel in Australia

Padel is exploding across Australia. Courts are popping up in every major city, and national tournaments are already being held. With its mix of fitness, fun, and social connection, more Aussies are discovering padel every week.

Padel Gold Coast is proud to be one of the country’s leading clubs — with six courts, trusted coaching, and one of the most active communities in Australia. From beginners to competitive players, we’re helping grow the sport nationwide.

Governing Bodies & National Tournaments

Padel Australia (also known as the Australian Padel Federation) is the official governing body for padel in Australia and a member of the International Padel Federation (FIP). It supports club development, national competitions, and the growth of the sport across the country.

Padel Australia

  • The national organisation responsible for rules, rankings, and promotion of padel across all states.

  • Works with clubs like Padel Gold Coast to build infrastructure, coach certification, and community programs.

Major Tournaments & FIP Events

  • The FIP Silver Australian Padel Open (Sydney) and FIP Silver Melbourne Padel Open are top-tier international events held in Australia, drawing local and international players and offering ranking points and prize money.

  • At the national level, there are many tournaments like the Australian Club Padel Tour, state-based Masters Series, and competitions open to different skill levels — giving all players a chance to compete. Check Tournaments here: Australian Club Padel Tour.

Why This Matters
to You

You’re part of a sport that has formal structure, official competitions, and pathways for growth.

  • If you want to compete, get ranking points, money, or test your skills, there are events locally and nationally.

  • Club lessons and socials can help you level up toward competing in such tournaments if that’s something you want.