Bandeja and rulo technique: body rotation and relaxation
Key takeaway from our Guru
How can I improve my bandeja and rulo technique?
Turn your body sideways and use your non-dominant hand to rotate your torso instead of relying on your arm. Stay relaxed during the rulo and use your back to generate the motion rather than just your wrist.
What this lesson covers
The bandeja requires a full body turn to avoid hitting with the chest facing forward. The player must rotate the torso using the non-dominant hand to guide the movement. At the end of the swing, the hand must finish over the net rather than pointing down, ensuring the arm follows through forward. Proper positioning demands waiting for the ball longer to avoid hitting too early while maintaining a sideways stance.
For the rulo, tension in the arm and hand prevents a fluid shot. The player needs to remain relaxed and use the body as a spring to brush over the ball toward the fence. When playing in outdoor conditions with wind, the bandeja is hit flatter to compensate for the lack of control over spin. The coach emphasizes maintaining a security zone when playing these shots to ensure the ball stays in play, especially when the primary goal is to transition to the net.
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Original video
Added on Apr 2, 2026
Padel Legend Fixes my Bandeja in 10 Minutes (ft. Pitu Losada)
Description
In this video we travelled to Alicante for a special training session with Pitu Losada, former World Number 1 in padel. Pitu analysed my bandeja and gave me some useful corrections to make it more solid and effective — and he also shared a couple of key adjustments for my rulo. We were also joined by Fran Moreno, top 30 player in Madrid and professional coach — currently training Moni Gómez, top 60 in the world. Fran’s input was amazing, and we had a great time on court together. This session took place during the Padel Holiday Trip by Paddletripper in Alicante, where I spent a few days coaching, training, and sharing the court with players from all over the world. If you enjoy this type of content — real lessons, technical analysis, and behind-the-scenes moments with top players — make sure to like the video, subscribe, and drop a comment below. 🎾 You can also check the padel racket we use here: https://padeldrivers.com/products/hookpadel-solid #PadelDrive #PadelTips #PituLosada #PadelAlicante #PadelBandeja #PadelRulo #PadelTricks #PadelHoliday
Good for
Skill level
Intermediate, High Intermediate, Advanced, High Advanced
Court position
Net
Play style
Offensive
Secondary shot
Rulo
Keywords
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