Bandeja Padel Lessons
Perfect the padel bandeja - a crucial defensive overhead shot. Learn proper technique for hitting with backspin to neutralize aggressive attacks while maintaining control and setting up your next shot.

Guide to purpose timing and technique for Padel overheads.
Your Padelguru Says
This is a really useful breakdown of all the overhead shots in Padel. The coach does a great job explaining not just how to hit them, but more importantly, when and why to use each one [...]
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Refining bandeja and vibora technique and strategy.
Your Padelguru Says
This covers some excellent points for players looking to take their overhead game to the next level. Dani and Jorge discuss how [...]
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Improve fast as a beginner padel player.
Your Padelguru Says
The coach Ewan gives very practical advice on how to improve quickly when starting out in padel. He emphasizes playing regularly, learning from a coach, and studying the game outside the court [...]
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Training with top players and physical conditioning for padel improvement.
Your Padelguru Says
This transcript is useful if you are curious about training with top players and the importance of physical conditioning in pad [...]
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In-match coaching focusing on positioning and tactical decisions.
Your Padelguru Says
Mauri gives you a real insight into coaching during a match. It’s really helpful to see how Mauri guides Pablo on positioning and shot selection in real-time [...]
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Master bandeja technique for controlled shots to the back fence.
Your Padelguru Says
This lesson is really helpful if you are looking to refine your bandeja technique. The coach gives great advice on how to hit a [...]
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Improving bandeja depth and pressure to gain court advantage.
Your Padelguru Says
This analysis with coach Dani is particularly insightful if you're looking to elevate your bandeja game. He works with Jerry on [...]
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Improve your bandeja with an advanced grip change for increased spin.
Your Padelguru Says
This is useful if you are looking to refine your bandeja shot. Asier shares an advanced technique focusing on a grip change that can add significant spin and make your bandeja more effective [...]
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Match analysis pinpoints positioning errors and strategic improvements.
Your Padelguru Says
This analysis is great if you want to understand common mistakes made during a padel match. The coach breaks down specific poin [...]
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Learn bandeja technique, strategy, and positioning for padel beginners.
Your Padelguru Says
Dani explains the bandeja in a very accessible way, breaking down the technique into easy-to-follow steps. He covers everything from preparation and impact point to strategic placement on the court [...]
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Difference between Bandeja and Vibora padel shots.
Your Padelguru Says
Understanding the key differences between the Bandeja and the Vibora is super important as you move up the levels. Coach Ewan d [...]
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Master Bandeja technique for placement and consistency.
Your Padelguru Says
This is a very insightful lesson to master your Bandeja shot. Coach Mauri effectively explains the key elements for executing a good Bandeja, emphasizing placement and consistency over power [...]
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A shot hit from your dominant side
A shot hit from the opposite side of your dominant hand
A shot taken before the ball bounces, typically played at the net
A defensive shot hit in a high arc over the opponents
A defensive overhead shot with backspin
A powerful overhead shot used to finish a point
A soft, low shot from the back of the court
The shot that starts the point, hit underhand
A forehand or backhand shot with backspin
A shot hit in response to the serve
An attacking shot hit downwards after the ball comes off the back glass
An aggressive overhead shot with spin, aimed at creating difficult angles
A defensive overhead shot without spin, higher on the racket face
A topspin smash designed to make the ball bounce over the fence
An overhead shot with topspin, hit over the shoulder
A shot hit with an upward motion to impart forward spin
A defensive shot used at the net to return a hard shot
A defensive shot hit immediately after the ball bounces
A short, low shot designed to bounce twice before the opponent can reach it
A volley where the racket angle is adjusted to lob the ball


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