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Safely hitting the ball off the back wall (La Contra).

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🏆 #1 Takeaway - How do I safely hit the ball off the back wall (La Contra) in Padel?
Treat it as an emergency shot, use a motion similar to a lob (drop racket head, snap wrist, use legs), and aim high on the back wall to ensure the ball goes up and away from you.

What Your Guru Thinks

This lesson is very useful for understanding a specific defensive technique. The coach emphasizes that hitting the ball off the back wall, known as "La Contra," should be your last resort, used only when necessary. The coach provides clear tips on the correct motion, comparing it to a lob, and crucially, explains how to do it safely to avoid hitting yourself. Understanding these principles can help you use this shot effectively when you have no other options.

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Added on: Jul 01, 2024
Never hit yourself again! Learn how to do the contra safely
Audience: Lower Intermediate|High Intermediate
Skill Level:
55%
Secondary Shot: Lob
Play Style: Defensive
Court Position: Back of the court near the wall

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skill-lower-intermediate skill-high-intermediate style-defensive

Keywords

La Contra Back wall Defensive Safety Wall shot

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