Volley technique: ready position and impact
Key takeaway from our Guru
How do I improve my volley technique at the net?
Keep your preparation short and step into the ball at the exact moment of impact. Always push forward through the ball instead of dropping your racket head to ensure you keep the shot low.
What this lesson covers
The ready position at the net requires the racket at chest height with the tip pointing up. The non-dominant hand holds the heart of the racket to keep it stable. Active knees maintain readiness for incoming balls.
Preparation for the volley stays short to ensure timing. Players step into the ball at the exact moment of impact. A right-handed player steps with the right foot on a backhand volley. The follow-through pushes forward to gain length rather than dropping the racket head toward the ground. Opening the racket face slightly creates the slice needed to keep the ball low and force opponents to play below their waistline.
Recovery involves stepping back immediately after the impact to return to the ready position. Weight distribution must remain balanced throughout the movement. Tactically, cross-court shots offer more distance and room to accelerate when seeking a winner.
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Original video
Added on Apr 2, 2026
6 TIPS TO VOLLEY LIKE A PRO IN PADEL
Description
Hi PadelDrivers! 🚀 Are you ready to take your padel game to the next level? In today’s video, we bring you 6 essential tips to improve your volley in padel. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, these tips will help you master your volleys and dominate the court. 🔹 Tip 1: Ready Position 🔹 Tip 2: Preparation 🔹 Tip 3: Footwork 🔹 Tip 4: Follow-through 🔹 Tip 5: Recovery 🔹 Tip 6: Tactical concept & Direction These are the tips you won't want to miss if you aim to elevate your game and impress your friends! How important you think is to have strong volleys? Did these tips help? Let us know in the comments below! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more padel tips and tricks. Also, hit the notification bell so you never miss an update from us! 🛎️ Lastly, if you're looking to upgrade your padel gear, we recommend checking out our online store for the best equipment: https://padeldrivers.com/ 🙌 #Padel #PadelTips #ImproveYourVolley #PadelDrive
Good for
Skill level
Beginner, Intermediate, High Intermediate
Court position
Net
Play style
Offensive
Secondary shot
Slice
Keywords
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