Module 1 - Unit 1

Vietpadel Academy's Beginner Padel Program: MODULE 1 - UNIT 1 - Basic Techniques for Discovery Beginners

Week 1: Introduction to Padel

• Continental Grip: Master the foundational grip for playing padel.
• Rules & Scoring: Understand the basic rules of the game and how scoring works.
• Forehand & Backhand (The Grip): Learn the basic techniques for forehand and backhand grips.
• Basic Serve Technique: Introduction to serving and tips on how to play and win points.

Week 2: Enhancing Control and Serve

• Short Backswing: Focus on forehand and backhand with a short backswing for better control.
• Introduction to Back Glass: Learn how to play shots off the back glass.
• Serve Technique - Direction Control: Improve your serve by controlling the direction effectively.

Week 3: Advanced Groundstrokes and Volleys

• Groundstroke Revision: Review and progress in forehand and backhand strokes focusing on the contact point to control the ball.
• Back Glass Revision: Reinforce your skills in playing off the back glass.
• Volley Techniques: Learn the correct grip for volleys and maintain a tight grip for better control.

Week 4: Dynamic Play and Footwork

• Groundstroke - Finishing Moves: Enhance forehand and backhand finishing techniques.
• Dynamic Shot Making: Practice hitting shots while moving, including running forehands.
• Lateral Back Glass Play: Work on moving side to side while playing off the back glass.
• Serve & Volley Footwork: Develop footwork techniques for effective serve and volley play.

Week 5: Precision and Net Play

• Impact Sound Awareness: Focus on the sound of impact to improve timing and impact precision in forehand and backhand.
• Back Glass Movement: Master moving up and down the court while playing off the back glass.
• Transition to the Net: Learn the essentials of moving to the net and executing volleys.

Week 6: Integration and Game Play

• Revision of All Basic Strokes: Integrate all basic strokes with movement to prepare for real game scenarios.
• Rally Baseline Progression: Enhance your ability to maintain baseline rallies.
• Introduction to Point Play: Start playing points to apply what you've learned.
• Course Completion: End of Unit 1, setting the stage for the next level of skill development.

This program is designed to gradually build a novice player's skills, ensuring a solid foundation in padel's essential techniques. By the end of Unit 1, participants will be prepared to engage in more complex play and ready to explore more advanced tactics in subsequent units.