The Padel School Podcast

About The Padel School Podcast

Welcome to The Padel School Podcast – hosted by brothers Tom and Sandy Farquharson, former tennis pros turned padel coaches. Our mission is simple: to give every padel player clear, world-class coaching so you can unlock your full potential on court. From technique to tactics, mindset to matchplay, we share the lessons we wish we’d had. Whether you're just starting out or chasing a competitive edge — this is your home for better padel. We’ve also created a library of resources for all padel players — from beginners to competitors — to help transform your game. The Padel Player’s Guide Book: https://thepadelschool.com/the-padel-players-guide (https://thepadelschool.com/the-padel-players-guide) Online Training Platform (7-Day Free Trial) : https://thepadelschool.com/ (https://thepadelschool.com/) The Drill Book: https://thepadelschool.com/drill-book (https://thepadelschool.com/drill-book) Free Equipment Guide: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guide

Publisher

Sandy Farquharson

Category

sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 Apr 2020

Latest episode

2 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

189 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Oct 2026

   What Makes a Great Padel Coach?

   Does a good padel coach have to be a good padel player? It’s a question that comes up regularly as padel continues to grow and more coaches enter the sport from different backgrounds. In this episode, Sandy and Tom discuss what actually makes a good padel coach — and where playing level fits into the equation. They explore the challenges of coaching in a rapidly growing sport, including the rise of coaches who may have only recently started playing padel, and the pressure on clubs to find coa...

2. 

   24 Sept 2026

   Why Is Your Bandeja So Bouncy?

   Why does your bandeja keep bouncing up and giving your opponents an easy ball to attack? In this episode, Sandy and Tom break down one of the most frustrating problems for recreational players: the bouncy bandeja. After Sandy's latest trip with Red Bull TV to Paris, they start by looking at how the pros used the bandeja in outdoor conditions, how they adapted to the sun and high lobs, and why the bandeja is still an important shot even in the modern game. They then break down the technique be...

3. 

   11 Sept 2026

   How to Stop Having Good Days and Bad Days on the Padel Court

   Why do some days on the padel court feel great, while other days everything seems to go wrong? In this episode, Sandy and Tom break down why recreational players can have such big fluctuations in their level and what you can do to build a more consistent base level. They discuss: 🎾 Why your foundations are more important than individual shots 🎾 How footwork affects preparation, positioning and consistency 🎾 Why pros can rely on their “base level” when they aren't playing their best 🎾 How tr...

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.4 / 5

7 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

57 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 56 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

78

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

85

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