Padel: understanding the new darling of racket sports and where to practice it in Gard ?

Le padel est un sport fun, spectaculaire et stratégique. Archive Midi Libre – YANNICK PONS

Padel courts are flourishing all over France and the Gard is no exception to the rule. Discover why everyone loves it and where to practice it.

Ah, padel! This fast-rising sport, often described as tennis's eccentric cousin, is conquering hearts and courts around the world. Imagine a smaller court, unstrung rackets, bouncing off the walls and a more festive atmosphere than a Roland-Garros match. No wonder this sport is so popular! And good news for the people of Gard: there are plenty of great places to play it. Put on your sneakers, we'll take you to discover this phenomenon and the best courts in the Gard.

What is padel??

Imagine an improbable fusion between tennis, squash and a wild game of ping-pong. There you have it, padel! Played on a smaller court (10m wide by 20m long), surrounded by glass walls, this sport is as spectacular as it is strategic. The ball can bounce off the walls, adding a dimension of madness and fun that you won't find anywhere else. A stroke of the racket here, a slide there, and hey presto, we're already won over!

Padel has the ability to seduce everyone, from professionals to amateurs. Stars like Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Serena Williams don't hesitate to swap their tennis cleats or rackets to let off steam on a padel court. And why not?? It's an accessible, friendly sport that's less physically demanding than tennis. It's played in doubles, which adds a social and fun dimension. A bit like an evening with friends, but much more sporty!

From stars to amateurs, everyone gets involved

Padel is also a story of bounces, and not just the ball. Born in Mexico in the 60s, this sport really exploded in popularity in Spain before conquering the rest of Europe. Today, there are millions of players around the world. And for good reason! This sport can be played both indoors and outdoors, which allows you to cope with all weather conditions.

Why so much hype? The answer can be summed up in three words: fun, accessibility and community. Padel is simply fun. The rules are simple, the rallies are fast, and the game allows for spectacular shots. Accessible to all, padel does not require the physical condition of an Olympic champion to have fun. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, you will always find someone to share a game and have a good time.

Where to play in the Gard?

The Gard is full of facilities where amateurs can indulge in the practice of padel. Here are the clubs where it is possible to play:

Where to play Padel in the Gard ? Midi Libre

Hauts de Nîmes Padel Club (Nîmes): 06 71 23 54 46. Mam’Soccer Five Padel (Boisset-et-Gaujac): 06 82 67 47 72. Soccer Team (Alès): 04 66 24 53 59. Tennis Club Carreau de Lanes (Nîmes): 04 66 23 44 02. Le Hangar (Rochefort-du-Gard): 07 88 72 14 47. Bagnols Tennis Gard Rhodanien (Bagnols-sur-Cèze): 06 86 34 67 70. Break Padel Club Bouillargues (Bouillargues): 06 50 41 50 92. TC Barjac (Barjac): 06 10 51 00 02. I subscribe to read more