Chiquita technique: timing and net approach
Key takeaway from our Guru
When should I move to the net after playing a chiquita?
Only move to the net if your chiquita is effective and you have enough time to get there before your opponent hits the ball. If you are hitting from deep in the court, stay back to avoid getting caught in no man's land.
What this lesson covers
The chiquita serves to prevent opponents from attacking the next ball by forcing them to impact below net height. The primary goal is not necessarily to reach the net, but to neutralize the opponent. A player should only approach the net after a chiquita if the shot is effective and there is sufficient time to move forward before the opponent strikes the ball. If the ball is hit from deep in the court, moving to the net often leaves the player vulnerable in no man's land without a proper split step.
Decision-making relies on understanding the available time. When the ball is difficult or the player is under pressure, the best choice is to play simple rather than forcing a complex shot. Hitting the ball in front of the body allows for natural direction, whereas trying to change the ball's path when it is behind the body often leads to errors. The most effective approach involves building the point through patient shot selection rather than attempting to win with a single stroke. This lesson is for players looking to improve their tactical patience and transition timing.
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Added on Apr 2, 2026
Master Your Chiquita - Live Session
Description
š¾ Learn How to Master the Chiquita in Padel ā Advanced Live Session Ready to dominate the net with a perfect chiquita? In this live advanced padel training session, our Head Coach Mauri Andrini joins Markus N., a top-ranked player in Austria, to teach you how to play the chiquita in padel with precision, timing, and confidence. You will learn: ā What the chiquita is and when to use it in padel ā How to play the chiquita to take the net ā Footwork and positioning for an effective chiquita ā How to avoid common mistakes with the chiquita ā Tactical patterns to win more points in matches Whether you are an intermediate or advanced padel player, mastering the chiquita will help you take control of rallies, pressure your opponents, and level up your padel tactics. š” This session is packed with practical padel tips, advanced strategies, and clear explanations to help you improve faster. More videos in our online platform: https://hellopadelacademy.com/ 0:00 Intro 0:15 Chiquitas from the back of the court 1:14 When to go forward after playing the chiquita 2:08 Chiquita Decision Making 3:07 What is the goal with the chiquita 5:10 Play the chiquita when comfortable 5:51 Use the chiquita to build the point 7:35 Chiquita Decision making 8:32 Play simple when you don't have time 9:56 outro #padel #hellopadel #padeltips #chiquita
Good for
Skill level
Intermediate, High Intermediate, Advanced, High Advanced, Professional
Court position
Service line, Backcourt
Play style
Tactical
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