Padel for Dummies (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781394394418)

An easy-to-follow guide to one of the fastest growing racquet sports in the world

Interested in learning a fun "new" racquet sport that's great exercise, incredibly social, and known for being "easy to learn - but hard to master?" Why not try padel?

In Padel For Dummies, lifelong racquet sports lover turned padel evangelist/journalist, Austin Edwards, explains everything you need to know to get started playing the game. You'll learn all about the unique court dimensions and specifications, the equipment that players use, the rules of play, common terms, and basic playing strategies.

The author walks you through useful techniques to improve your practices, drills you can use to develop your skills, and even tips on finding courts and clubs in your community so you can meet new friends to play with.

Inside the book:

• Discover why padel is "the world's fastest growing sport"
• Learn how padel is similar to - and different from - other popular racquet sports like tennis, pickleball, and squash
• Get up to speed on all of padel's unique rules and uncover key strategies for winning
• Unlock expert advice, tips, and drills to improve your game
• Start truly living "the padel life" by traveling for tournaments, joining leagues, watching the pros, and possibly building your very own court!

Perfect for people of all ages who want to try out a popular and fast-growing racquet sport that's fun, fast, and healthy, Padel For Dummies is an easy-to-read guide packed with the info, resources, and advice you need to get started with padel in no time.

Author: Austin Edwards
ISBN-10: 1394394411
ISBN-13: 9781394394418
Publisher: For Dummies
Language: English
Published: 07/21/2026
Pages: 352
Format: Paperback