{"id":4542,"date":"2026-05-19T13:22:10","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T11:22:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/assuretonsport.com\/blog\/?p=4542"},"modified":"2026-05-05T08:30:44","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T08:30:44","slug":"padel-rules-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/axeosport.com\/blog\/en\/padel-rules-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Padel rules: complete guide to service, match and rebounds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

You have just delivered a powerful smash, but the ball hits the opposite mesh directly without bouncing on the ground first. This moment of doubt, frequent during your first matches, perfectly illustrates why mastering padel rules is essential<\/strong> to transform a simple recreational practice into controlled performance. This comprehensive guide details every subtlety of service and play to allow you to play with precision whilst anticipating the physical risks inherent in this rapidly expanding sport.<\/p>\n

Padel in 2 minutes: principle and origin of the sport<\/h2>\n

Padel establishes itself as a dynamic hybrid between tennis and squash<\/strong>. Invented in 1969 in Mexico by Enrique Corcuera, this sport favours the social aspect. It is played exclusively in doubles on a closed court of 20×10 metres.<\/p>\n

The atmosphere on the court remains resolutely convivial and accessible. Its technique, less demanding than tennis, promotes immediate enjoyment<\/strong>. From the first match, rallies develop naturally amongst the four players.<\/p>\n

This discipline is experiencing explosive growth across French territory. It is currently the racquet sport displaying the fastest progression<\/strong>, attracting thousands of new practitioners each year.<\/p>\n

Understanding why this racquet sport padel<\/a> captivates so many enthusiasts allows better grasping of current enthusiasm<\/strong> for private facilities and federated clubs.<\/p>\n

The padel court: dimensions and zones<\/h2>\n

To play well, you must first understand the enclosed space<\/strong> that defines this sport.<\/p>\n

20 m \u00d7 10 m, net at 88 cm: the official FIP measurements<\/h3>\n

The official playing area forms a rectangle 20 metres long and 10 metres wide<\/strong>. In the centre, the net reaches precisely 88 cm in height. At the posts, it rises to 92 cm.<\/p>\n

This is much smaller than a standard tennis court. This reduced configuration makes rallies extremely rapid and confined<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The net separates the court. Each side is strictly identical<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The walls, mesh and service zones<\/h3>\n

The back of the court is protected by a solid glass structure. On the sides, transparent walls are combined with metal mesh to offer unpredictable rebounds. This is the strategic heart of padel<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

On the ground, the service boxes delimit the service. The service line is situated 6.95 metres from the net<\/strong>. This is where everything begins.<\/p>\n