Bandeja technique: eleven common technical errors
Key takeaway from our Guru
How can I improve my bandeja technique?
You must keep your preparation static and high at a 45-degree angle rather than moving or dropping it. Ensure you strike the ball outside your body and follow through completely to maintain a fluid, injury-free motion.
What this lesson covers
The bandeja serves to regain the net position while moving backward. A common error involves preparing with the racket too low, which often happens when players retreat too far. Keeping both arms high during preparation creates necessary tension and prevents the hitting arm from dropping. Another frequent mistake is hitting the ball too close to the body. Players should imagine a hoop and ensure they strike the ball outside of it by stepping back with the right foot to create the correct angle.
Preparation should be static rather than moving to allow for consistent control. Hitting with the grip leading the racket head helps generate slice and prevents the ball from floating flat. Using a Continental grip is essential for a firm wrist, as a forehand grip forces an open swing that lacks control. Finally, the motion must remain fluid. Stopping the racket abruptly at contact leads to injury and poor control. Instead, players should focus on a full follow-through, ending with the racket pointing toward the back glass, which naturally occurs when the arm stays relaxed.
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Added on Apr 2, 2026
11 Mistakes That Mess Up Your Bandeja Technique #Padeltips
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Skill level
Intermediate, High Intermediate, Advanced, High Advanced
Court position
Service line
Play style
Control
Secondary shot
Slice
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