When you start playing padel, you tend to want to do too well... or too hard. Here are the 5 classic pitfalls of beginners, with Vortex's tips for progressing faster:
1. Choosing the wrong racket
Many beginners buy a racket that's too technical or too heavy. The result: fatigue, lack of control, and arm pain. → Vortex Tip : Start with the VRTX Soft or VRTX Team, depending on how you feel.
2. Trying to hit too hard
Padel is a sport of positioning, not brute force. Hitting too hard leads to fouls and disorganized play. → Work on your footing, your angles, and use the walls to your advantage.
3. Ignore the play with the windows
The wall is your friend, not your enemy! Learn to anticipate rebounds, play after walls, and place your rebounds wisely. → Watch videos or train with a coach.
4. Bad placement on the field
Padel is a team game. Poor positioning, staying too close to the net, or staying at the back can cost you a lot of points. → Work on your positioning with your partner, communicate, and move together.
5. Underestimating the equipment
Tennis shoes? Generic racket? Bad idea. Padel has its own requirements. → Invest in a suitable racket , padel shoes and a non-slip grip .
Want to get started? Check out our selection guide , and find all our advice on the blog and our social networks!
