Module 2 - Unit 3

Module 2 - Unit 3:  

Personalizing Your Padel Play Style

Week 1: Advanced Defensive Techniques

• Defending Against Smash from Back Glass: Master the techniques to effectively defend against powerful smashes.
• Side Fence Defense: Learn how to handle balls coming from the back off the side fence.
• Comparative Play Styles: Understand the strategic differences between playing on the left side vs. the right side of the court.
• Service Strategy: Explore the effectiveness of hard vs. slow serves and how to apply them in games.

Week 2: Precision and Spin Control

• Forehand & Backhand Slice vs. Flat/Light Topspin: Develop skills to switch between slice and topspin based on gameplay needs.
• Targeting Techniques: Practice aiming at the opponent’s feet to gain tactical advantages.
• Viboja Technique: Deep dive into mastering Viboja, focusing on grip and swing motion.
• Point Play Strategies: Techniques for net play vs. baseline play to enhance court coverage and point winning strategies.

Week 3: Specialized Defensive Play

• Low Back Glass Defense with Backhand: Employ hip swings to improve low back glass defensive shots.
• Viboja Contact Point: Fine-tune the contact point in your Viboja to maximize effectiveness.
• Serve, Volley, and Return Tactics: Integrate serving and volleying with strategic low returns to dominate rallies.

Week 4: Volley Mastery and Tactical Play

• Volley Control and Attack Techniques: Develop control over your volleys and learn when to switch to attacking volleys.
• Finishing Swings in Viboja: Perfect your swing finish and identify the best zones to hit for effective play.
• Tactical Point Play: Learn when to utilize bandeja and Viboja during match play to outmaneuver opponents.

Week 5: Transition and Physical Play

• Forehand & Backhand Lob Techniques: Decide when to use lobs based on your court position and game situation.
• From Lob to Net Transition: Master the footwork for moving from lobbing to net positions.
• Volley and Smash Drills: Engage in intense drills to improve physicality and response times at the net.

Week 6: Course Revision and Match Play

• Revision of Viboja and Bandeja: Consolidate your knowledge and skills in Viboja and Bandeja techniques.
• Volley and Overhead Shots Revision: Refine your overhead and volley shots to ensure precision and power.
• Match Play and Tactical Awareness: Apply all learned techniques in match play settings to enhance tactical awareness and game intelligence.
• Course Completion: Evaluate progress, review key learnings, and prepare for continued development in advanced modules.

This comprehensive approach in Unit 3 is designed to personalize your play style, focusing on leveraging your strengths and addressing weaknesses through a strategic understanding of padel mechanics and play dynamics.