We welcome all new players and returning members!!

Player development is an essential component for the continued growth of padel in Canada. Padel Canada has developed a number of programs to promote the sport to juniors and develop talent at all levels. Non marking courts shoes required. Padels and balls available for new players.

While many people who try padel for the first time have played other racquet sports, it is definitely not a requirement. Padel can be played by individuals of all ages and abilities. Similar to other racquet sports, padel requires the ability to run and hand-eye coordination.  PAC will provide a “loaner” padel and tennis balls for guest players, members are expected to purchase a padel for the season. Players should wear non-marking athletic shoes and comfortable clothing. The padel courts are outdoors, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

Recreational Players

Most people who play padel end up playing at a recreational level. In addition to organizing their own games, they participate in organized clinics and leagues, and occasionally participate in Padel Canada tournaments. PAC organizers strive to ensure that all players are matched with other players of their ability.

Competitive Players

Padel draws many of its members from the tennis and squash communities. Because of their previous experience, quite often these players tend to play padel at a higher level than other new players. As well, they typically have experience playing in tournaments and bring that competitive spirit to the padel courts.

National Team
The National Team trains in Calgary and represents Canada at the bi-annual World Championships. The most recent World Championships were held in Calgary, Alberta during August 2008.

Typically, the team consists of 7 men (3 teams, 1 spare), 7 women (3 teams, 1 spare) and coaches. The team is selected based on performance in Padel Canada-sanctioned tournaments and other criteria determined by the National Team Coach. Most of the National Team members are accomplished national and/or college level tennis and squash players that have taken up the sport of padel.

Junior Development

Junior player development is a major focal point of Padel Canada. Free junior clinics are held every week during the summer. All players under the age of 18 are encouraged to attend.

The courts located at A.E. Cross Junior High School have heightened the awareness of padel in this demographic. Schools within the vicinity are now adding padel to their physical education programs.