Padel Basics: How to Serve

The serve in padel is underarm only — you must let the ball bounce once before striking it at waist height or below. Unlike tennis, the serve is not a weapon; it is about placement and spin. Key points: - Stand behind the service line with both feet - Bounce the ball once, then strike below waist height - Aim for the corners of the service box - Add sidespin to make returns more difficult Common mistake: Hitting the ball too hard. Power is not the goal in padel serving. Practice drill: Serve 20 balls alternating between the T and the sideline.