SimplePadel

06/08/2026

🎾 We've relaunched SimplePadel

A cleaner site, honest gear reviews, beginner guides, and the most complete US court directory we know of: 1,490+ courts across 204 cities in 40 states and territories.

Whether it's your first racket or your next court, start here 👉 https://simplepadel.com

03/02/2023

We continue our US-journey by finding the best places to play Padel at in North Carolina.

While a lot of local players are waiting for the new flagship location of SWING to open up in Raleigh, North Carolina, there are actually two other locations that already offer Padel court rental, lessons, and local tournaments.

CLTPadel (Charlotte Padel Club) and North Hills Club both have 3 double courts each that are playable and are listed as official USPA sites. Read on! 🔥

The time has come to take a closer look at the Padel landscape in North Carolina. With the recent surge in popularity of this racquet sport in the US, you can already find a few places to get your Padel fix in North Carolina. While a lot of local players are waiting for the new…

01/24/2023

As Padel continues to grow in the US, we continue our in-depth guide of the best places to play Padel in the United States. The turn has now come to zoom in on California!

There are currently two USPA places to play padel in California; Taktika Padel and South End Racquet & Health Club, but we expect many more to be built and registered before 2023 has come to an end.

These clubs enjoy a total of 5 courts (all doubles) and the prices range from $8 to $15 per person and hour depending on time of day and club.

Read on! 🔥

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As Padel continues to grow in the US, we continue our in-depth guide of the best places to play Padel in the United States. With New York, Texas, and Miami done and dusted, the turn has now come to zoom in on California! There are currently two USPA places to play padel in California; Taktika…

11/25/2022

Padel has come to the US like a thunderstorm, giving real competition to the historically more popular pickleball. Coast-to-coast, Padel has become popular in places like Miami and New York, but there’s also a plethora of padel courts available across Texas.

As of late 2022, there’s currently a total of 7 USPA registered Padel clubs in Texas hosting a total of 18 courts in the state.

So, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, read on to find out where you should go to enjoy a great game of Padel in Texas.

https://simplepadel.com/where-to-play-padel-in-texas-us/

Padel has come to the US like a thunderstorm, giving real competition to the historically more popular pickleball. Coast-to-coast, Padel has become popular in places like Miami and New York, but there’s also a plethora of padel courts available across Texas. As of late 2022, there’s currently a ...

09/05/2022

The University continues! A good serve will help your team take advantage of the net position or even score a point by producing an ace. It’s also the first shot that dictates the ball’s direction, spin, and trajectory.

Welcome to our ultimate guide about all of the rules, we've also thrown in some tips to help you win that net position!

A good serve in Padel will help your team take advantage of the net position. It's crucial to have an accurate serve even as a recreation player.

08/08/2022

We continue our Padel University series with How to Win points in Padel as a Beginner. Being a beginner at anything can be frustrating, Padel is no different!

In this article, we provide you with solid tips on how to improve your game and start winning points and games.

Pro hint: it all comes down to basic positioning and picking your shots. Read on! 🏆

Being a Beginner to Padel can be frustrating. We've all been there. As part of our University series; We give you tips on How to Win Points as a Beginner!

08/05/2022

Americano and Mexicano are two forms of Padel tournaments that are growing in popularity.

The biggest difference between Americano Padel and a “normal Padel tournament” is the way teams are arranged for their matches.

Instead of playing on fixed teams, Americano players will change partners after every round. Once all the matches are over, players should have played with every other person at least once.

Read on for pro tips on how to organize your own Americano or Mexicano tournament!

Padel is a very fun sport that’s enjoyed the world over. This tennis-like game is normally played with fixed teams, 2 on 2. However, if you don’t want to stay on the same team for the entire game, you can try to play Americano instead! Read on to learn how to play and organise an…

08/05/2022

The location of the sweet spot on a padel racket will differ between rackets, but generally, it’s the part of the racket’s head that will give you the cleanest impact.

A good grasp of the sweet spot will greatly improve your playing style. That’s why it’s important to find the right kind of shaped racket for you.

With the right padel racket, you can hit with more power on the court! Read our guide to understand what kind of racket YOU need! 🎾

Are you shopping for a new padel racket? Don’t pick up any old padel racket when you walk into the shop! Check the shape of the head first. The shape of the head on a padel racket will determine where its sweet spot is and can give you more control over your shots. In this…

07/25/2022

One technique that recreational players neglect in playing padel is their court position.

Many players who recently learned about padel struggle with good positioning. However, learning this is essential as it would also determine your game.

Padel positioning is one of the padel tactics you should master to secure a win for you and your partner. Learn all about your position on the court!

How do you avoid no man's land? And where should you stand if you're defending the corner? We answer all your questions about padel positions, read on!