Your first rally. Your first match.
PADEL 01 Beginner is a 77-page guide for adults who are new to padel. It covers the rules, the grip, every basic shot, playing off the glass and moving with your partner, with a court drill for every lesson and a four-week plan to follow.
Instant PDF download. Read it on your phone at the court, or print it.
- 1They're at the net. You and your partner are at the back.
- 2Lift a lob over them, deep into their court.
- 3As they turn back, move up to the net together.
Padel looks simple until the ball comes off the glass.
PADEL 01 Beginner is made for your first months on court. It gets you through the confusing part, so you can enjoy the game sooner.
It's for you if
- You've played a few times, or you're about to book your first court.
- You come from tennis or squash and keep getting caught by the walls.
- You want to know where to stand and whose ball it is.
- You'd like a simple plan to practise with a friend.
It's not for you yet if
- You already play competitive matches and want advanced tactics like the víbora or bajada.
- You're looking for a fitness programme. This guide is about playing padel.
What's inside
Eight chapters in the order you need them, from your first session to your first match.
- 01
Your first session
Kit, warm-up, staying safe near the glass and how a rally works.
- 02
Know the court and score
Which bounces are legal, 15-30-40, golden point and who serves next.
- 03
Grip, ready position and your first rally
The continental grip, forehand, backhand and keeping a rally going.
- 04
Serve and return
A legal serve, moving after it, and returning before or after the glass.
- 05
Use the glass
Reading the rebound and hitting comfortably after the back and side glass.
- 06
Move as a pair
Back and net positions, who takes the middle and when to switch sides.
- 07
Volley, lob and high balls
Volleys, low volleys, a lob that works and what to do when one goes over you.
- 08
Your first match and practice plan
Booking, etiquette, five quick fixes and eight practice sessions over four weeks.
Also included: a one-page glossary of padel words, a rules corner for the less common formats, and a progress tracker to fill in as you go.
Every lesson works the same way
26 lessons, each on two pages. Read the first page, take one cue to the court, then do the drill.
A clear goal
"After this you can hit a controlled forehand and get ready for the next ball."
Pictures of the movement
Court diagrams that show where you stand, where the ball goes and where you move next.
One cue to remember
Short enough to think about mid-rally, like "Make room. Meet in front."
A drill with a target
For two people and a basket of balls, with a number to aim for, such as 7 of 10 into the big target.
Quick fixes
The usual mistakes and what to change when they happen.
A look inside
Real pages from the guide, from the cover to the four-week plan.
Get PADEL 01 Beginner
One payment, yours to keep. You'll get the download link by email as soon as you've paid.
- 77-page PDF guide
- 26 lessons, each with a court drill and a target
- Four-week practice plan and progress tracker
- Glossary and rules corner (FIP rules, 2026)
- Free updates to this edition
- 50% off the Intermediate guide when it launches
Follow @padel01.official to hear on launch day.
Not helpful? Email us within 14 days for a full refund.
Free lessons every week
Short animated videos on the rules, positioning and the mistakes beginners make most. Same diagrams as the guide.
Coming next
The Intermediate guide, then the PADEL 01 app with interactive lessons and drills you can track. Join the list and we'll email you the day each one is ready.
Own the Beginner guide? You'll get Intermediate at half price.
Questions
Do I need a coach or a full court of four?
No. Every drill works with two people and a basket of balls. A friend can feed the ball by hand. Each drill also has a four-player version for when you have a full court.
I play tennis. Is this too basic for me?
It starts from zero, but the chapters on the glass, the serve rules and moving as a pair cover exactly what catches tennis players out.
How do I get the guide after paying?
You'll get an email with a download link straight away. It's a PDF, so it works on any phone, tablet or computer, and you can print it.
Are the rules up to date?
Yes. The rules follow the FIP Rules of Padel for 2026, including golden point.
What if it isn't right for me?
Email us within 14 days of buying and we'll refund you in full.
Is there a guide for intermediate players?
It's in the works, followed by the PADEL 01 app. Join the list to hear first. If you own the Beginner guide, you'll get Intermediate at half price.