Drop Shot Padel Lessons
Master the tactical padel drop shot to wrong-foot opponents. Learn disguise, touch, and placement for this short, low shot that forces opponents to sprint forward and opens up the court.

Refining padel drop shot technique focusing on slice and motion.
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This lesson with coach Dani and Colin is very insightful for polishing your drop shot. It's not just about hitting the ball sof [...]
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Master corner defense in Padel using glass and strategic positioning.
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This is a great lesson if you are struggling to defend balls in the corner. The coach breaks down corner defense into manageabl [...]
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Learn drop shot technique with backspin for strategic advantage.
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This lesson is really valuable if you want to master the drop shot. The coach explains its true purpose isn't always winning the point outright, but breaking your opponents' defensive shape [...]
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Practice padel drop shots at home with a wall.
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This lesson from the coach provides a really practical way to work on your drop shot when you're by yourself. They show you a s [...]
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Tips for executing an effective padel drop shot.
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Understanding the drop shot is key for changing pace and disrupting your opponents. The coach explains when to use it, focusing on surprising the opponent when they are far back in the court [...]
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Master the drop shot: technique, timing, and strategic play.
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This is a very helpful lesson if you are looking to add the drop shot to your game. Sven explains clearly when to use the drop shot and what situations are best to avoid [...]
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Improve drop shot control using body position and backspin.
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This lesson offers great insights into refining your drop shot. The coach explains why body control is more important than just using your hands [...]
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Defensive shot selection: angles, speed, and height when not lobbing.
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This lesson with Sven is really insightful for your defensive game. It breaks down exactly where to place the ball when you're defending and can't lob [...]
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Refine drop shot technique and timing at the net.
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This covers the crucial drop shot technique that every serious player should learn. The coach explains how to absorb the ball's pace to create control and backspin, which is key for this shot [...]
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Avoid annoying habits to be a better padel teammate.
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If you want to improve your padel partnership, this lesson is for you. Sven explains common mistakes that annoy teammates and provides tips to avoid them [...]
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Mastering the Padel drop shot technique and strategy.
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This is a very focused look at the drop shot, a tricky shot to get right but very effective. The coach, Ewan, walks you through [...]
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Key strategies for approaching and holding the net position.
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This covers some really important ideas about getting to the net and staying there effectively. The coach explains how to appro [...]
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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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