Padel is played in pairs on an enclosed court about a third the size of a tennis court, with glass walls you can play the ball off. It is easy to start and very social, which is why it has become one of the fastest-growing sports in Europe and beyond.
The catch: every padel game needs four players at a similar level, and courts are usually booked in 60- or 90-minute slots. TennisPartner helps you fill those spots — find partners and opponents near you, join padel communities at your local club, and get into open games that are missing a player.
Most padel players have a regular group, and most groups know the problem of one player dropping out. Post an open game with the time, place and level you're looking for, or browse games near you that still have a free spot.
Search for players by location, level and availability, so you can build a pool of partners and not depend on a single group.
Padel is most fun when all four players are close in level. Players on TennisPartner set their level and can collect results and reviews, which makes it easier to judge a new partner before you play.
Many tennis players pick up padel quickly, but the walls, the underhand serve and the smaller court change the game — it's worth starting with players who are new to padel too.
Padel communities on TennisPartner bring together the players at a club or in an area: members arrange games, play a ladder, follow tournaments and chat in one place.
Organisers can run padel leagues and tournaments with draws, results and standings in the app.
How many players do you need for padel?
Four. Padel is played as doubles (two against two) almost everywhere; singles courts exist but are rare.
Is padel easier than tennis for beginners?
Usually, yes. The court is smaller, the serve is underhand and the walls keep the ball in play, so beginners can rally sooner. Advanced padel is just as tactical as tennis.
How do I find padel players at my level?
Search for players near you who play padel and filter by level, or join a padel community or open game. Each player's profile shows their level, results and reviews.
Can I book padel courts on TennisPartner?
Clubs that use TennisPartner's court booking system take bookings online. You can also arrange games at any court and invite players to join.