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Padel guides

Plain-language guides to padel in Ontario — what the sport is, how it is played, and what gear you actually need to start.

The beginner's guide

What is padel?

How the glass-walled court works, the rules, and how padel differs from pickleball and tennis.

Buyer's guide

How to Choose Your First Padel Paddle (Buying Guide for Ontario Players)

Shape, weight and core material for a first padel paddle, what one should cost in Canada, and what you can safely ignore.

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Local guide

Padel in Ottawa: Where to Play and How to Get Started

Where to play padel in Ottawa: the indoor club in Gloucester, the outdoor court downtown, and how to pick one if you are new.

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17 padel venues across Ontario.

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