The Sport
What is padel?
A fast, social racket sport that combines familiar tennis scoring with an enclosed court and walls that stay in play.
Padel in Plain English
Tennis meets squash
Padel is usually played as doubles on a smaller court. The serve is underarm, the rackets are solid, and the glass walls can be used during rallies. That combination makes it easy to start, quick to enjoy and ideal for friends, families and competitive players alike.
The Basics
How padel works
The essential rules and features you need before your first game.
Usually played as doubles
Four players share the court, with two players on each side of the net.
The serve is underarm
The ball is bounced and struck below waist height, making serving easier to learn.
The walls stay in play
After the ball bounces, it can rebound from the glass and continue the rally.
Scoring is like tennis
Points normally follow 15, 30, 40 and game, with sets used to decide the match.
Your first session
What to Expect
You can enjoy padel from your first game
- 1
Arrive and get equipped
Bring comfortable sportswear. Racket hire and ball information will be confirmed before launch.
- 2
Learn the court and serve
A few minutes is usually enough to understand the underarm serve and enclosed court.
- 3
Start playing real rallies
The smaller court and slower pace help new players get involved quickly.
Upcoming Venue
See Evolution Padel come to life
Explore the planned Renfrew venue before the courts open.
Why Play Padel?
A sport built for more people
Easy to begin, social by design and enjoyable at every level.
Beginner-friendly
The underarm serve, compact court and slower ball make it easier to start than many racket sports.
Made for doubles
Four players, frequent rallies and plenty of interaction make every session feel social.
Play all year
Evolution Padel’s indoor courts will keep sessions protected from wind, rain and Scottish winters.
All abilities welcome
Play casually, improve through coaching or build towards league and competitive games.
Beginner FAQs
Before your first game
Simple answers for first-time players who are curious about trying padel.
What should I bring to my first padel game?
Wear comfortable sports clothing, trainers with good grip, and bring water. Racket and ball availability will be confirmed when booking details go live.
Do I need to be good at tennis first?
No. Padel is designed to be easy to start, with an underarm serve, a smaller court, and longer rallies from the first session.
Can I play if I do not have four players?
Padel is usually played as doubles, but coaching, socials, and match-making options will be shared as Evolution Padel gets closer to opening.
Is padel suitable for mixed ability groups?
Yes. The slower ball, enclosed court, and doubles format make padel a good option for groups with different fitness levels or racket sport experience.
Opening 2026
Ready to try padel?
Join Evolution Padel in Renfrew and be among the first to hear when court booking and beginner sessions become available.