What is paddle?

Paddle is considered a scaled-down version of tennis and squash.  It has gained rapid acceptance due to its simplicity and similarities to other popular racket sports.


The game of paddle is always a doubles game, using mainly tennis rules and scoring with some key adaptations such as an underhand serve.  The game is played in an enclosed structure and the rules allow for the use of the back wall and sidewalls resulting in longer rallies.

Click for the basic rules of paddle or for the complete International Padel Federation (I.P.F), approved rules.