Welcome to Podington Padel, an all-weather padel club situated on the border of Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire.
Tucked away in a converted grain store in Podington, our facility offers two top-of-the-range padel courts, suitable for all levels of play.
Basic padel rackets and balls are always available for free to have a go, plus you'll find vending machines to rent higher-spec rackets and to purchase balls.
Free parking, toilets and changing rooms on site, plus vending machines available to purchase cold drinks, snacks and great coffee, supplied by Bella Barista ☕️.
Matchi TV is enabled, which allows you to stream and analyse your game - just scan the court-side QR code before you start playing.
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Coaches
About Alfie
Hey, I’m Alfie! I’ve been playing padel for around a year and a half and quickly fell in love with the sport. Whether it’s competitive matches, social games with friends, or meeting new players on court, I’m always looking to get involved and improve my game. I am also a Primary School teacher and want to get more young people involved in the sport.
Over the past year I’ve competed in and won a couple of tournaments, which has helped develop both my playing experience and understanding of the game. I’m passionate about helping others enjoy padel, build confidence on court, and improve their skills in a fun and supportive environment. I have also recently qualified as a BPCA Pro Padel Coach.
You can find me at Podington Padel every Tuesday evening from 7pm–9pm — come down for a hit, coaching tips, or just to enjoy the game!
Availability & Pricing
Available evenings, weekends and school holidays.
Off Peak
£45 per hour (includes court fee – court booked by coach)
Peak
£30 per hour (court fee not included - players book the court)
Private coaching can be shared by up to 4 players.
Contact Alfie
About Matt
Improve your skills and strategy on the court and reach your full padel potential with Matt: available for private coaching sessions, mix-ins and group training classes.
Matt has been a professional tennis coach since 2000 and qualified as a padel coach in 2025 with the British Padel Coaching Association.
Availability & Pricing
Mondays (10:00am – 2:00pm)
£60 per hour (includes court fee – off-peak introductory price; court booked by coach)
Wednesdays (11:30am – 4:00pm)
£60 per hour (includes court fee – off-peak introductory price; court booked by coach)
Saturdays (3:00pm – 5:00pm)
£45 per hour (court fee not included; players book the court)
Private coaching can be shared by up to 4 players.
Contact Matt
Activities
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Cardio Padel (Saturday)
All levelsCardio Padel is an engaging fitness program that combines padel drills with high-energy cardio and strength circuit training.
You’ll learn how to warm up and cool down properly, improve your overall fitness, and reduce the risk of injury while enhancing your performance on court.
It’s a fun, social way to get moving and start your day with a heart-pumping, full-body workout.
Open to all players and fitness levels. Rackets included. Under 16s should be accompanied by an adult.
Sign up to our Cardio Padel WhatsApp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/C8H5oxDwXhzKaYxbt8kDY3?mode=gi_t
Show more occasions (totally 5)10:30 - 11:30
2026-09-192/10 8 GBPBook 10:30 - 11:30
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Intermediate Padel Masterclass - A New Focus Every Week
Level: 3 - 6Take your padel game to the next level with our coach-led Padel Masterclasses, designed for players who want to refine their technique, improve consistency and develop smarter match play.
Every week brings something new. Each Masterclass has a different, specific theme, giving you the opportunity to focus in depth on a particular technical or tactical area of the game. One week you might sharpen your volleys, the next develop your bandeja or smash, improve your positioning, master the lob, or work on movement, anticipation and match tactics.
Through a combination of targeted drills, situational exercises and game-based play, our expert coach will help you understand not just how to execute each skill, but when and why to use it during a match.
✨ What to expect:
• A new technical or tactical focus every week
• Targeted, coach-led drills and exercises
• Development of shot precision, consistency and variation
• Improved positioning, movement and anticipation
• Partner communication and teamwork
• Point-based play to put the week’s focus into action under pressure
With a fresh theme each week, there’s always something different to learn, practise and add to your game.
🎾 Pay & Play - simply book your space and join in!
🔥 Ideal for players with a solid foundation who are ready to progress, build confidence and compete more effectively on court.
Show more occasions (totally 5)12:00 - 13:00
2026-09-211/6 15 GBPBook 12:00 - 13:00
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2026-10-050/6 15 GBPBook 12:00 - 13:00
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Intermediate Coach-Guided Mix-In
Level: 3 - 6Taking place straight after the Intermediate Padel Masterclass, this is the perfect opportunity to take what you’ve worked on in the lesson and apply it in real match situations.
**Haven’t attended the Masterclass? No problem!** The Mix In can also be booked as a standalone session and is open to all players of the appropriate level.
With a **maximum of just 6 players on one court**, you’ll get plenty of playing time in a friendly, competitive environment. The coach will guide the session, helping to organise play and offering advice and pointers along the way.
✨ **What to expect:**
• Maximum 6 players on one court
• Coach-guided match play
• Plenty of opportunity to play and rotate
• Put techniques and tactics into practice
• Tips and guidance from the coach during play
• A fun, social and supportive environment
🎾 **Done the Masterclass?** Stay on and put that week’s learning into action.
🔥 **Just fancy a game?** Book the Mix-In on its own and join the action!
Show more occasions (totally 4)13:00 - 14:00
2026-09-210/6 15 GBPBook 13:00 - 14:00
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Evening Mix-In (Intermediate)
Level: 3 - 6A fun, coach-led social session designed to develop your match play while meeting new players. No need to bring a partner — just book in and play.
Suitable for levels 3–6 (Beginner+ to Intermediate+).
✨ What to expect:
• No partner needed
• Meet and play with a variety of players
• Practice and apply what you’re learning
• Teams organised by the coaching team
• Light coaching tips throughout to help improve your game
This is a 90 minute session with a maximum of 6 players per court taking turns to play.
Show more occasions (totally 3)19:00 - 20:30
2026-09-216/6 20 GBPPlease log in to notify when spot is available 19:00 - 20:30
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Cardio Padel (Tuesday)
All levelsCardio Padel is an engaging fitness program that combines padel drills with high-energy cardio and strength circuit training.
You’ll learn how to warm up and cool down properly, improve your overall fitness, and reduce the risk of injury while enhancing your performance on court.
It’s a fun, social way to get moving and start your day with a heart-pumping, full-body workout.
Open to all players and fitness levels. Rackets included. Under 16s should be accompanied by an adult.
Sign up to our Cardio Padel WhatsApp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/C8H5oxDwXhzKaYxbt8kDY3?mode=gi_t
Show more occasions (totally 5)09:30 - 10:30
2026-09-220/10 8 GBPBook 09:30 - 10:30
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Intro to Padel (Tuesday Evening)
Level: 1 - 2Whether you’ve played racket sports before but are keen to try padel, or you are picking up a racket for the very first time, our Intro to Padel session is the perfect way to get started.
Join Alfie every Tuesday from 7–8pm for a fun, coach-led session designed specifically for complete beginners. Over the course of the hour, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of the game, including court positioning, racket grip, groundstrokes, volleys, overheads and serving, as well as how to use the glass and cage — an essential part of padel from day one. You’ll also learn the rules, scoring, and basic tactics, with the aim of getting you playing points and matches by the end of the session.
You don’t need to bring anyone with you to play — these sessions are open to anyone new to the sport, and we welcome all abilities. No experience is necessary, and all equipment is provided.
Show more occasions (totally 5)19:00 - 20:00
2026-09-224/4 10 GBPPlease log in to notify when spot is available 19:00 - 20:00
2026-09-293/4 10 GBPBook 19:00 - 20:00
2026-10-062/4 10 GBPBook 19:00 - 20:00
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Beginner Padel Masterclass - A New Focus Every Week
Level: 1 - 3Build your skills and confidence on court with our coach-led **Beginner Padel Masterclasses**, designed for players who are new to padel or want to develop a stronger understanding of the fundamentals.
**Every week brings something new.** Each Masterclass has a different, specific theme, giving you the chance to focus on one key area of the game at a time. One week you might work on your serve, the next develop your volleys or lobs, improve your court positioning, learn how to use the glass, or explore simple tactics to help you play more confidently in matches.
Through a combination of simple, structured drills, partner exercises and game-based play, our expert coach will help you understand not just **how** to play each shot, but **when and why** to use it during a game.
✨ **What to expect:**
• A new technical or tactical focus every week
• Simple, structured coach-led drills and exercises
• Develop key shots including serves, volleys and lobs
• Focus on control, consistency and building confidence
• Introduction to positioning, movement and simple match tactics
• Fun partner exercises to develop teamwork and communication
• Point-based play to put the week’s focus into practice
With a fresh theme each week, you can keep building your skills, understanding and confidence while enjoying the game in a relaxed and supportive environment.
🎾 **Pay & Play - simply book your space and join in!**
🔥 Ideal for beginners and newer players who want to learn the fundamentals, build confidence and develop their game.
Show more occasions (totally 5)09:30 - 10:30
2026-09-240/6 15 GBPBook 09:30 - 10:30
2026-10-010/6 15 GBPBook 09:30 - 10:30
2026-10-080/6 15 GBPBook 09:30 - 10:30
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Beginner Coach-Guided Mix-In
Level: 1 - 3Taking place straight after the Beginner Padel Masterclass, this is the perfect opportunity to practise what you’ve learned in the lesson and start using those skills in real game situations.
**Haven’t attended the Masterclass? No problem!** The Mix-In can also be booked as a standalone session and is open to beginner-level players who want to gain more experience playing matches.
With a **maximum of just 6 players on one court**, you’ll get plenty of playing time in a friendly, relaxed and supportive environment. The coach will guide the session, helping with rotations and scoring, while offering tips on positioning, shot choice and tactics as you play.
✨ **What to expect:**
• Maximum 6 players on one court
• Friendly, coach-guided match play
• Plenty of opportunity to play and rotate
• Put the skills you’ve been learning into practice
• Help with positioning, scoring and simple match tactics
• Tips and guidance from the coach during play
• A relaxed and supportive environment to build your confidence
🎾 **Done the Masterclass?** Stay on and put that week’s learning into action.
🔥 **Just want to play?** Book the Mix In on its own and get more comfortable playing matches!
Show more occasions (totally 4)10:30 - 11:30
2026-09-240/6 15 GBPBook 10:30 - 11:30
2026-10-010/6 15 GBPBook 10:30 - 11:30
2026-10-150/6 15 GBPBook 10:30 - 11:30
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Americano Tournament
All levelsJoin coach Alfie for an exciting Americano Tournament at Podington Padel. Players will rotate partners and opponents throughout the event, with every point counting towards your individual score. A fun, social, and competitive format suitable for all levels - come along, meet new players and see if you can top the leaderboard!
Show more occasions (totally 3)19:00 - 20:30
2026-09-254/8 15 GBPBook 19:00 - 20:30
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Evening Mix-In (Improver)
Level: 2 - 4A fun, coach-led social session designed to develop your match play while meeting new players. No need to bring a partner — just book in and play.
Suitable for levels 2–4 (Beginner to Intermediate -), this is the perfect chance to practise skills learnt in any of our Intro To or Beginner coaching sessions.
✨ What to expect:
• No partner needed
• Meet and play with a variety of players
• Practice and apply what you’re learning
• Teams organised by the coaching team
• Light coaching tips throughout to help improve your game
This is a 90 minute session with a maximum of 6 players per court taking turns to play.
Show more occasions (totally 2)19:00 - 20:30
2026-09-286/6 20 GBPPlease log in to notify when spot is available 19:00 - 20:30
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Ladies Americano Tournament
All levelsJoin us for an exciting Ladies Americano Tournament at Podington Padel! 🎾
Enjoy a fun, social and competitive session exclusively for ladies, where you’ll rotate partners and opponents throughout the event, with every point counting towards your individual score.
Suitable for all levels, it’s the perfect opportunity to get on court, meet other female players and enjoy some friendly competition. Come along and see if you can top the leaderboard! 🏆
Show more occasions (totally 1)20:00 - 21:30
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Intermediate Padel Americano
Level: 3 - 6Ready to put your padel skills to the test and add some friendly competition to your game?
Every few weeks, our regular Intermediate Mix-In will be replaced by an **Intermediate Americano** – a fast-paced, social competition where you’ll play a series of short matches with different partners and against different opponents.
It’s a great opportunity to put your technique and tactics into practice, test yourself in competitive match situations and experience playing alongside a variety of players and styles.
**New to Americano? No problem!** The coach will organise the format and rotations and be on hand throughout the session, so you can focus on your game, compete and enjoy the challenge.
✨ **What to expect:**
• Fun, competitive match play for Intermediate players
• Short matches with different partners and opponents
• Coach-guided organisation and rotations
• Put your positioning, shot selection and match tactics to the test
• Adapt your game to different partners and playing styles
• Plenty of competitive points and match-play experience
• Points scored individually, with an overall winner at the end 🏆
🎾 **Done the Masterclass beforehand?** Put that week’s learning to the test in a competitive match environment.
🔥 **Just want to compete?** No problem – you can book the Americano on its own too.
Whether you’re aiming for the top spot or simply want more competitive match experience, come along, challenge yourself and enjoy some great padel!
Show more occasions (totally 1)13:00 - 14:00
2026-10-050/6 15 GBPBook -
Beginner Padel Americano
Level: 1 - 3Ready to add a little friendly competition to your padel?
Every few weeks, our regular Beginner Mix-In will be replaced by a **Beginner Americano** – a fun, social competition where you’ll play a series of short matches with different partners and against different opponents.
It’s a great opportunity to put the skills you’ve been learning into practice, experience a little competitive match play and build your confidence on court – all in a friendly and supportive environment.
**New to Americano? No problem!** The coach will guide you through how it works, organise the rotations and be on hand throughout the session, so you can simply turn up, play and enjoy yourself.
✨ **What to expect:**
• Fun, friendly competition designed for beginner players
• Short matches with different partners and opponents
• Coach-guided organisation and rotations
• A chance to practise your positioning, teamwork and match tactics
• Plenty of match play to build confidence and experience
• Points scored individually, with an overall winner at the end 🏆
• A relaxed and social atmosphere where taking part is just as important as winning!
🎾 **Done the Masterclass beforehand?** Put that week’s learning to the test in some friendly competition.
🔥 **Just want to play?** No problem – you can book the Americano on its own too.
Whether you’re playing to win or simply want to experience your first padel competition, come along, get involved and have some fun on court!
Show more occasions (totally 1)10:30 - 11:30
2026-10-080/6 15 GBPBook
