Slice Padel Lessons
Learn padel slice technique for both forehand and backhand shots. Master the art of hitting with backspin to create difficult bounces, slow down the game tempo, and build attacking opportunities.

10 tips to improve padel match strategy and win more.
Your Padelguru Says
This offers valuable insights for improving your match performance. The coach highlights crucial tactical adjustments like when to use slice and the importance of getting to and staying at the net [...]
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Adjusting padel strategy and shots for wet conditions.
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This shares valuable insights if you find yourself playing padel when the court is wet or the balls are heavy from humidity. Th [...]
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Correcting slice technique and when to use it.
Your Padelguru Says
This is a really useful breakdown if you've been told that slicing makes the ball pop up. The coach strongly disagrees with tha [...]
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Improve Padel angles using slice instead of roll.
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This is a very useful breakdown if you are trying to improve your angled shots. The coach highlights a key difference between tennis and padel technique, advising against the common tennis 'roll' [...]
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Improve defensive padel shots with spin, angles, and smart decisions.
Your Padelguru Says
This lesson is very helpful if you are looking to become more creative and effective in defense. The coach guides a player on h [...]
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Tactical shot selection based on opponent's technical breaking point.
Your Padelguru Says
This lesson is great to understand how to reduce mistakes. Sven explains tactical methods based on shot purpose and finding opponent weaknesses [...]
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Learn simple method to add slice to volleys.
Your Padelguru Says
If you want to make your volleys harder for opponents to return, this is for you. Coach Ewan shows a simple technique that creates backspin, keeping the ball low after the glass [...]
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Master slice volleys at the net for improved defense and control.
Your Padelguru Says
This lesson with Sven is really insightful for improving your net play. He breaks down how to use slice volleys to become more effective and unpredictable [...]
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Play aggressive padel using slice, kick smash and smart tactics.
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This is useful if you are looking to add controlled aggression to your padel game. The coach explains how to use slice effectiv [...]
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Racket preparation is key for defense, slice and volleys.
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This lesson is really helpful if you are struggling with your racket preparation, especially on low balls and defensive shots. [...]
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Understanding when to use slice and topspin for strategic play.
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This lesson is really helpful if you're wondering when to use slice or topspin. Sven clearly explains how to read the ball's speed and height to decide which spin is best [...]
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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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