Tactical attacking: avoid common mistakes

18:15Aug 3, 2026

Key takeaway from our Guru

How can I improve my attacking tactics in padel?

Stop trying to finish every point with power. Build the point by mixing your shot speeds and only move forward to the net after you have hit a shot that forces your opponent into a difficult defensive position.

What this lesson covers

Attacking in padel requires building points rather than forcing finishes from poor positions. Players often rush the net, failing to use a split step, which leaves them vulnerable to lobs. Effective attacks involve moving forward only after a high-quality shot that forces an opponent to defend from the glass. When the ball arrives with pace, the correct response is to block it rather than attempting to return it with equal power. Mixing the speed of volleys and overheads creates uncertainty, especially when aiming for the fence or the middle of the court.

Successful attacking is a team effort. Partners must coordinate their movements and plans to avoid leaving gaps in the court. When playing a chiquita or a soft vibora, the goal is to set up the partner for a put-away. Thinking two or three steps ahead allows players to anticipate where the ball will go based on opponent patterns. This preparation ensures that when an opportunity arises, the player is already in position to finish the point with precision instead of relying solely on raw power.

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Original video

Otro Nivel Padel

Added on Sep 19, 2026

10 Stupid Attacking Mistakes Every Padel Player Makes

Description

Please subscribe and hit the notification bell, let's get 100K subscribers this year! Are these attacking mistakes stopping you from winning more points in padel? In this video, I break down 10 stupid attacking mistakes almost every padel player makes. From trying to finish the point too early to attacking without your partner, moving forward at the wrong moment and hitting every ball at the same speed. Good attacking padel is not just about power. It is about building the point, choosing the right moment, moving together with your partner and making your attacks unpredictable. In this video, you will learn: 1. Why you should not finish the point before building it 2. How attacking without your partner creates huge gaps 3. Why moving to the net too early gets you punished 4. How to think more than one shot ahead 5. Why you need to learn how to win points slowly 6. How to attack in the direction of your movement 7. Why you must move forward after a strong shot 8. How to avoid becoming predictable 9. Why changing the speed of your attacks is essential 10. Why hitting hard against fast balls often makes things worse Fix these common padel mistakes and you will become a smarter, more consistent and much more dangerous attacking player. Which of these attacking mistakes do you make most often? Let me know in the comments! Subscribe for more padel tactics, technique, match analysis and training tips. Intro: 00:00 - 00:57 Mistake 10: 00:58 - 01:52 Mistake 9: 01:53 - 02:48 Mistake 8: 02:49 - 04:36 Mistake 7: 04:37 - 05:20 Mistake 6: 05:21 - 07:38 Mistake 5: 07:39 - 09:53 Mistake 4: 09:54 - 12:12 Mistake 3: 12:13 - 14:13 Mistake 2: 14:14 - 16:16 Mistake 1: 16:17 - 18:15 #padel #padeltips #padeltactics #padeltraining #padeltechnique ~ Use code " otronivel5 " on justpadel.com to get 5% discount! ~ 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/otronivelpadel 👊🏼 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

Both sides, Net, Corner

Play style

Tactical

Secondary shot

Volley

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