What is Padel?
A clear introduction to the game, the court, the scoring, and why padel is growing so quickly.
Learn the BasicsPlay Padel
Find your way into padel in Ireland.
Start with the basics of padel, find a padel club near you, learn the basic rules of padel, and explore programmes helping people play across Ireland.
New to padel?
Learn the sport, understand the rules, choose the right equipment, and arrive on court with confidence.
How to Get Started
A practical first-step guide for finding a club, booking a court, and joining your first session.
Start PlayingBeginner Guide
Simple advice for new players, including basic shots, etiquette, and what to expect on court.
Read the GuideRules of Padel
A friendly entry point into the rules, with links to the full official competition rule pages.
View RulesClubs, courts, and coaches across Ireland
The playing journey starts with somewhere to play and someone to help you improve.
Club directory
Find Your Local Club
Explore clubs by map, province, county, and venue profile, with court information and contact details in one place.
Browse ClubsCoaching directory
Find a Coach
Search coach profiles by name or county, compare levels, and find club-based or freelance coaching support.
Browse CoachesGrowing the game in every community
Player pathways, community programmes, and participation resources help more people find a place in Irish padel.
Padel for Children
A parent-friendly introduction to the benefits, format, and first steps for children entering the sport.
Explore Children's PadelJunior Padel
Pathways, events, and development information for young players who want to keep progressing.
Junior PathwaySchools Padel
Guidance for schools and education partners interested in introducing padel to students.
Schools InfoThird-Level Padel
Guidance for students, colleges, universities, and campus clubs interested in growing padel activity.
Third-Level InfoWomen in Padel
Participation, visibility, and development initiatives supporting women and girls in padel.
Learn MoreInclusive Padel
Resources and programme information to help make padel more accessible across Ireland.
Inclusion InfoRules, training, and injury prevention
Build confidence on court with practical guidance on padel rules, warm-ups, movement, recovery, training, and player development.
Injury Prevention
Warm-up, movement, and recovery guidance for recreational and competitive players.
Read MoreTraining Tips
Technique and practice guidance for players looking to improve session by session.
View TipsEquipment Guide
Rackets, shoes, balls, and beginner-friendly kit advice for Irish players.
View Equipment