Welcome to Padel

What Is Padel?

Padel is a social racket sport that’s easy to pick up and great fun from your first hit. It’s played in doubles, on an enclosed court, and focuses more on rallies and teamwork than power.

Most people feel comfortable within minutes — which is why padel is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world.

Why People Love Padel

Padel combines the best parts of racket sport into a game that’s easy to learn, exciting to play and even better when shared.

With an underarm serve, a compact court and walls that keep the ball in play, you can enjoy brilliant rallies from your very first game.

Social by nature

Padel is easy to pick up, brilliantly social and packed with fast, exciting rallies. It’s normally played in doubles, so teamwork, laughter and friendly competition are all part of the experience.

Four players, one court and plenty of moments to celebrate together. Padel brings people closer, whether you’re playing with friends, colleagues, family or people you’ve only just met.

Fast, fun and addictive

Quick reactions, clever angles, dramatic recoveries and satisfying winners. Every point feels different, and there’s always another shot you’ll want to come back and try again.

At Ollo, padel is about much more than winning points. It’s about moving, laughing, connecting and finding somewhere you genuinely belong.

Padel FAQs

  • Do I need to have played before?

    Not at all. Many people play padel for the first time at Ollo. We’ll help you get started and match you with the right sessions.

  • Is Padel hard to learn?

    No. Most beginners can rally within their first session. The smaller court and walls make the game forgiving and fun.

  • What’s the difference between padel and tennis?

    Padel is played in doubles, on a smaller court, with solid rackets and walls in play. It’s more about positioning and teamwork than power.

  • Do I need my own racket?

    No. Rackets are available to hire, and our team can help you choose one if you’d like to buy later.

  • What should I wear?

    Comfortable sports clothing and trainers. Ideally, shoes with good grip. No specialist kit required to start.

  • Is Padel good exercise?

    Yes — it’s a great cardio workout, improves coordination, and is easier on the joints than many racket sports.

  • Can I come on my own?

    Absolutely. Many people do. Social sessions and mixers are designed so you can turn up solo and still have a great time.

  • Is Padel suitable for all ages?

    Yes. Padel is popular with all ages, from teenagers to over-60s. We run sessions suited to different stages and confidence levels.

  • How long is a game?

    Social games usually last 60–90 minutes, with rotations so everyone gets plenty of time on court.

  • Is it competitive?

    It can be — but it doesn’t have to be. At Ollo, most sessions are friendly and social, with competition available if you want it.

  • What’s the best way to start?

    A beginner-friendly social session or a joint coaching class is ideal. Our team can point you in the right direction.

  • How does padel scoring work?

    Exactly like tennis — 15, 30, 40, game. First to six games wins a set, and matches are usually best of three.

  • What are silver and golden deuces?

    They're quicker ways to settle a tied game at 40–40. Golden deuce means the next point wins the game outright. Silver deuce gives you one normal deuce first, then the next point decides it.

New to Padel?

If you’re curious, you’re already halfway there.
Turn up, have a hit, and see why so many people get hooked.

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