With the two best tennis players in the world, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, about to contest the Wimbledon Mens Final in London, there has been a lot of discussion about the way different surfaces suit different players. Federer for example, is arguably the best tennis player in the world on grass and therefore goes into the final today as favourite, whereas it is well-known that the young Spaniard Nadal prefers a harder surface like clay, and is having to change his game to adapt to grass – concentrating more on his serve and closing in at the net more than he usually would.
In tennis the distinction tends to be between a ‘fast’ court and a ’slow’ court – on a fast court (like the grass of Wimbledon for example) the ball tends not to bounce up as high, favouring big servers and serve-and-volley players, whilst on a slower court (like the clay of Roland Garros in Paris) the ball will bounce higher thus favouring baseliners, especially those with long strokes.
As we have noted here before, in Padel also, the materials used for the court surface will obviously affect the speed of the ball and the height of its bounce. However, because of the way points tend to be played out in Padel, and because there is less emphasis on the speed of serve, its not as clear cut that one surface or another is going to particularly favour one type of player.
Furthermore, there is really a lot less variety of court surfaces in Padel than there is in tennis – almost all new padel courts these days are made with synthetic surfaces or ‘artificial’ grass, and its becoming less and less likely that you’ll find courts with concrete surfaces.
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dear sir, madam,
Comment by adam July 30, 2006 @ 7:43 pmwould love to know where some padel tennis courts are in or near the surrey area after learning the sport whilst living in spain! many thanks, adam bridger.
Dear Madam, Sir
Comment by Patel September 1, 2006 @ 8:31 pmAfter playing padel in Spain, I would like to find out if there are any courts in North London area. Is there a possibility that a club will be made?
Thank you
I play padel tennis every day in Mallorca, Spain. I know there’s one padel court in London cuz I’ve heard this guy once talking about applying for an instructor position there. I just cannot remember the name but if I find out I will post it here.
In the mean time, if you guys already know where it is, then tell me cuz I will be in London this weekend… my e m a i l is eg (at) wisestate dot com
Cheers
Ernest
Comment by Ernest Galeano September 13, 2006 @ 12:13 pmHi,My name is Steve. I belong to a small Frescoball Club based in Croydon London UK.
We are called ‘SUPERFLEX FRESCOBALL CLUB’
Frescobol is similar to Pedel Tennis in some ways.
Well if you didn’t know, frescoball, spelled frescobol by Brazilians is a very popular beach sport played in Brazil. It is great fun and an excellent for of exercise.
It’s a great way to socialise, have fun and let your hair down while you get fit and prepare for your next holiday.
We have about 12 members who play regularly.
We meet twice a week and play frescoball in the local sports halls.
We are always looking for more frescobol Players in London.
On January 24th from 3pm to 5pm we are also holding an event called
‘WORK OFF THE CHRISTMAS TURKEY’
This is a fun family event for all and is (((((((( FREE )))))))))))
It would be a great opportunity for people to get back in shape after the over indulging of the Christmas season and the new year.
It should be lots of fun. All are welcome to attend.
This is where we play:
Croydon Sports Club
Old Farleigh Road, Selsdon
South Croydon CR2 8YB
Fridays 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Please contact Superflex Frescoball club prior to arriving.
For more information email me at frescobol.london@ymail.com
Regards
Comment by Stephen Griffith January 11, 2009 @ 1:03 pmSteve
I have been playing Padel in Spain for a couple of years. I live in Solihull West Midlands, and would like to know of any Padel Courts nearby, and clubs, playing availability etc. I am a member of a thriving Tennis and Squash club, and we are considering the construction of our own court. We would like to hear from other clubs / courts to show our members how good the game is, and hopefully convince them that the court would be a great club asset, and could possibly create another source of membership for our club.
If anyone can be of assistance with existing court location, ( any court location) or advice on the best way to move forward, We would love to hear from you.
Brent Brown
Comment by Brent Brown January 14, 2009 @ 1:32 amSolihull Arden Club
Finally, there is a Padel Forum in English!!
Comment by Alejo September 30, 2009 @ 9:31 pmNow we can all share our experiences in anything but Spanish.
Here is the link:
Hi Frieds of Padel and Beach Tennis
You are welcome to join us in London UK for weekly frescobol workout sessions at 6pm to 7pm
Racquets and balls provided. £3.00 to go towards court hire.
Every Friday in LONDON
Thornton Heath Leisure centre
80-110 High St
Thornton Heath, CR7 8LF
Croydon
(On Badminton courts 3 + 4) Ask for Steve/Nick/ Sharon or Trish) Please contact us before you come.
Contact Steve on 07804425884
Comment by Stephen Griffith October 1, 2009 @ 12:06 am