Bandeja tactics: soft placement and net movement
Key takeaway from our Guru
How can I use my bandeja to set up a volley?
Play your bandeja soft and deep so it lands before the white line and sticks to the glass. This forces your opponent into a difficult half-volley and gives you the time to move forward and take the net.
What this lesson covers
The coach demonstrates how to use the bandeja to set up a winning volley rather than relying on power. The primary goal is to play the ball soft and deep, landing it before the white line so it dies against the glass. This forces opponents into difficult half-volleys or prevents them from playing a lob, allowing the net players to close in and pressure the next shot. The coach emphasizes a one-motion swing with a long follow-through, keeping the arm relaxed to maintain control and slice.
Tactical movement depends on the placement of the bandeja. When playing the ball into the center, both players should move forward as a block to cover the court. If the bandeja is directed toward the corner, the player who hit the ball moves toward the net while the partner covers the middle to prevent interference. The coach stresses that the left-hand position is vital for body rotation, keeping the shoulder turned and the racket steady. By prioritizing precision over speed, players force opponents into mistakes and create opportunities to finish points at the net.
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Original video
Added on Apr 2, 2026
3 Winning Bandeja And Net Movement Tactics!
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Please subscribe and hit the notification bell, let's get 40K subscribers this year! Hello and welcome everybody! Today we are with Tiina and Pasi from Finland! We are going to work on the bandeja and the movement of the bandeja. The goal is that after your bandeja you should be able to play a volley. You don't want to get lobbed all the time. Your partner and you could use these 3 tactics to win your padel game at the net. ~ 10% discount if you visit my online padel shop. Go to www.racketteam.com and use code: otronivel ~ Would you like to learn more? Become a Otro Nivel channel member or special member, support us and become better! 👊🏼 Click & join ➠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrMuJTshdLiaUmbYJy8lSkA/join ~ Also find us on: Our Facebook group ➠https://www.facebook.com/groups/padeltips Our Facebook page ➠https://www.facebook.com/0tronivel 👊🏼 Become a supporter ➠https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/0tronivel ~ Our instagram page ➠https://www.instagram.com/0tronivel/ Sven's instagram page ➠https://www.instagram.com/svenboele/ Sven's tiktok➠ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZScj6vNr/
Good for
Skill level
Intermediate, High Intermediate, Advanced, High Advanced
Court position
Left, Right, Both sides, Net, Corner
Play style
Control
Secondary shot
Slice
Keywords
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