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The Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastMadrid Recap: Team GB’s Euro Cup JourneyTom and Sandy are back from Madrid, and in this episode, they share their experiences at the FIP Euro Padel Cup. For Tom, it was his first time competing for Team GB, while Sandy was there coaching the team through an intense and exciting week.They reflect on what it meant for both the men’s and women’s teams to qualify for the 2025 Euro Cup, the atmosphere of representing their country, and their biggest takeaways from playing and coaching at this level.Most importantly, they discuss what...2025-07-2326 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastRoutines for Peak Performance: On and Off the Padel CourtIn this episode, Tom and Sandy dive into the power of routines both on and off the court, and why they’re such a crucial part of achieving peak performance. While many players think of routines only as warm-ups before a match, there’s so much more to it.They explore the importance of pre-match preparation, but also the routines within points and games—what you do between points, how you reset, and how these habits keep your mind clear and your focus sharp.Because at the end of the day, when y...2025-07-1620 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastBuilding for the Euros: Tom’s Takeaways from HollandIn this episode, Sandy catches up with Tom to recap his recent tournament in Holland and look ahead to what’s next on the calendar. Fresh off a solid week training with the Dutch team and competing in the Utrecht FIP, Tom shares what made this experience stand out—especially the rare chance to combine focused training with plenty of matchplay right before the event.They talk about the benefits of preparing abroad, the level of organisation at one of the best-run tournaments Tom’s ever played, and how this week has set him up...2025-07-0917 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastValladolid Premier Recap with Gonza OubiñaIn this very special episode, Sandy is joined by Gonsa Ubenia, his co-commentator during the majors and a familiar voice as a Premier Padel commentator throughout the season. Together, they break down the latest tournament, sharing their thoughts on the overall atmosphere and event highlights.They discuss the surprise results that shook up the draws, key moments and standout performances from the women’s draw, as well as insights and matches that defined the men’s draw. To wrap up, they share their biggest takeaways from the tournament and what these mean for the...2025-07-0224 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastThe Power of Resilience in PadelFresh off the mic in Rome, Sandy returns after another exciting week commentating Premier Padel for Red Bull TV. In this episode, he and Tom reflect on what stood out—from the contrast between indoor vs outdoor play, to the types of players who consistently come out on top.The biggest theme? Resilience. The players who win most often aren’t always the flashiest—they’re the ones who can stick to a mental framework that suits their game, regardless of pressure or conditions.🎾 Tune in for take...2025-06-2519 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastWhat the Pros Do Best: Patience Wins at Every LevelSandy’s just returned from commentating at Premier Padel Buenos Aires for Red Bull TV, and he’s jumping straight into a chat with Tom about what they saw courtside at the highest level of the game.Despite the pace, power, and athleticism on display, the same message kept coming through: the best players win by being patient, staying consistent, and waiting for the right moment to strike.In this episode, they reflect on how those core principles apply to every level of padel—from the world stage to your l...2025-06-1121 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastOn-Court: Drills, Tactics, and Takeaways🎙️ Inside GB Training: Tom & Sandy Live on Drills, Tactics & TakeawaysJoin Tom and Sandy live on the community platform as they share insights from their recent GB training sessions, diving into the drills and tactics they’ve been working on with top coaches.In this episode, they break down what’s made the biggest impact on their game, how specific drills translate into match performance, and the key tactical takeaways they’re bringing back to the court.Whether you’re training solo or with a team, there’s something here for every...2025-05-2827 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastCourtside in Qatar: Sandy Breaks Down Premier Padel 2025In this episode, Sandy shares his experience commentating live from Premier Padel 2025 in Qatar for Red Bull TV. With world-class matches, high-stakes moments, and electric crowd energy, Sandy takes us behind the scenes of what it’s like to bring the action to life for a global audience.He talks about the unique atmosphere in Qatar, the rhythm of live commentary, and the insights that come from watching the world’s best players up close.🎾 Tune in for stories from the booth, match highlights, and a look at padel through the comment...2025-04-2319 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastHow & When to Change Your Padel TechniqueIn this episode, we take you inside our Padel Holiday in Tenerife, sharing the best moments, key lessons, and why these getaways are a game-changer for players looking to improve while having fun.Then, we tackle an often-overlooked but crucial part of the game—changing grips. When should you switch? How does it impact your shots? And why is it one of the hardest adjustments to make?Tom and Sandy break down the essential role of coaches in teaching the right grip and technique from the start, helping players avoid bad habits and fast-track th...2025-04-0217 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastShaping the Future: Sandy & Tom’s New RolesExciting changes are happening! In this episode, we dive into the new roles and responsibilities for Sandy and Tom as they take on key positions in Great Britain and the US. With the sport growing rapidly in both regions, their expertise and leadership will play a major role in shaping its future.Tom and Sandy will discuss what these updates mean and how they plan to drive growth, and what challenges and opportunities lie ahead. Whether you’re following the sport’s expansion or just curious about what’s next, this episode gives you an inside...2025-03-1219 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastReturn BETTER to win matches!In this episode, Sandy and Tom break down the art of improving your return in padel. Starting with the fundamentals of technique, we’ll guide you through key adjustments to sharpen your skills. Next, we’ll explore how to build confidence in your returns through practical drills and mindset shifts. Finally, we’ll dive into tactical strategies to help you gain the upper hand in matches. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this episode will elevate your game and transform your returns into a powerful weapon on the court.To get your Free Equipmen...2025-01-1514 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastTennis or Padel for Children? Which will Sandy choose?Rackets sports are amazing for children and so important to learn the techniques and tactics while young.Sandy and Tom discuss whether a child should go into tennis or padel...or both. Sandy's daughter is 4 years old and so this is becoming a consideration for him in the next couple of years. Our book - The Padel Player's Guide: https://thepadelschool.com/the-padel-players-guide/YouTube - youtube.com/thepadelschoolWant to join us on court? Check out our events here:thepadelschool.com/eventsWe offer a *7-DAY F...2025-01-0817 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastBest advice for STARTING PADEL! Learn it PROPERLY!In this episode Sandy and Tom discuss learning padel from scratch and what you should be focusing on....if you want to actually improve!As soon as you decide you want to improve in padel try and get the best coaching advice!!To get your Free Equipment Guide follow this link: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guideOur book - The Padel Player's Guide: https://thepadelschool.com/the-padel-players-guide/YouTube - youtube.com/thepadelschoolWant to join us on court? Check out our events here:thepadelschool.com/events...2024-12-2720 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastHow important is the KICK SMASH? Train it for competition!In this episode Sandy and Tom discuss their recent trips - Tom got to the Quarterfinals of a FIP in Belgium and Sandy is back from the Acapulco Premier.Tom talks about competing in multiple matches in a day, the importance of the kick smash in matches and how he will train to compete harder.Sandy discusses the Mexico Major and what the end of the season will look like for the Premier in Barcelona! Do you understand YOUR game? (Free Padel Assessment): https://improve.thepadelschool.com/padel-assessmentOur BOOK...2024-12-1322 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastKnow you NEED to slow the ball down - but HOW??A common theme last week in our clinics in South Africa was working with players to slow the speed of the ball down.This is extremely difficult to do when the other players on the court hit so fast, but in this solo episode Sandy explains the best way to do that!Another example of the glass being your friend in order to hit chiquitas and lobs! We highly recommend players get comfortable with the glass as early as possible and learn to control the speed of their padel to continue to improve....2024-12-0613 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastWhat makes a GREAT PADEL CLUB?Tom and Sandy catch up about their latest trips and tournaments! The discussions talk about how clubs are developing and the little things they can do to improve the experience for players!Sandy is back from South Africa and discusses the trip, how players are developing there and what he worked on.Tom is fresh off the back of a tournament in the UK and talks about how he played. Our book - The Padel Player's Guide: https://thepadelschool.com/the-padel-players-guide/YouTube - youtube.com/thepadelschoolWant to j...2024-12-0422 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastHow Padel has exploded in South Africa!Sandy was fortunate enough to sit down with the distributor for Bullpadel for Africa, Simon Raab, to discuss the growth of padel in SA!There are now 750 padel courts in South Africa and a huge potential for players to come through! During The Padel School clinics we were on court with over 180 players during the week, all super keen to learn as much as they could during the sessions!You can find out more about Simon Raab and the project with Bullpadel in South Africa here: @BullpadelafricaWe offer a *7...2024-11-2715 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastDo you NEED to play with better players to improve??In this episode, Sandy and Tom dive into one of the most effective ways to improve your padel game—playing with and against stronger players. Whether you’re an ambitious beginner or a seasoned player, stepping onto the court with opponents who push you can reveal weaknesses, challenge your skills, and accelerate your growth like nothing else.Tune in to hear insights on why every padel player, regardless of level, should seek out challenging matchups. We’ll also share practical tips on finding higher-level players, handling setbacks, and making the most of each match. Her...2024-11-2013 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastAre You Using The Right Padel Racket? Are You Sure?Are you trying to work out which padel racket to use? Or feel like you are not quite using the right equipment?Sandy and Tom discuss how to choose a padel racket and what you should be looking for!To get your Free Equipment Guide follow this link: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guideWe offer a *7-DAY FREE TRIAL* on our online platform with a bunch of exclusive content! *SIGN UP NOW* and don't miss out on an opportunity to IMPROVE YOUR GAME!SIGN UP: thepadelschool.com2024-11-1519 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastHow To Make Your Game Plan!In this episode Sandy and Tom discuss why it is so important to have a game plan in every match! And what is the best way to structure the plan.How to work out your opponents weaknesses and make sure your strengths are being utilised fully! This process can start as early as before the match with your partner.Do you have a game plan and are you executing it in the right way?We offer a *7-DAY FREE TRIAL* on our online platform with a bunch of exclusive content! *SIGN UP NOW...2024-11-0814 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastWorld Championships 2024 Recap - Spain & Argentina Dominate!A nail biting World Championship final between Spain vs Argentina again - Tom and Sandy discuss the event and the surprise results!What can we expect to see from the up-and-coming padel nations and when can they compete with the 2 powerhouse countries (Spain/Argentina)!The team also discusses the recent community day and how awesome the membership community is!Here is a link to our book, the Padel Player's Guide: https://thepadelschool.com/the-padel-players-guide/We offer a *7-DAY FREE TRIAL* on our online platform with a bunch of exclusive content! *SIGN...2024-11-0623 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastBiggest Mistake When Starting Padel? Improve Your Game From The Start!Players start padel as a hobby for a bit of fun with their friends, but before they know it there is somebody they want to beat!In this episode Sandy and Tom discuss why it is so important to get training as early as you can!The majority of players that come to our clinics for their first instruction have been playing for a year or more without lessons! By that stage, as the coach, our main job is to start breaking down the bad habits!It is so much easier to teach...2024-10-3018 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastDo Players Cheat in Padel? How To Avoid It!This episode Sandy and Tom discuss how players try to bend the rules and the old saying goes "Cheats never prosper"!Players can be so determined to win that they try to do it 'at all costs', but how can you avoid those situations with someone cheating on the court.It can be super frustrating but after years of dealing with it in tennis, Sandy and Tom offer their insights!Here is a link to our book, the Padel Player's Guide: https://thepadelschool.com/the-padel-players-guide/We offer a *7-DAY FREE TRIAL...2024-10-2310 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastWatching Premier Padel? Here is how we breakdown the matches!In this episode with Sandy & Tom, they discuss how they watch the Premier matches to get the most out of it as a player (as well as a spectator)!We highly recommend players watch the professionals play and it is so easy now (and free) with Redbull TV app. If you watch the pros carefully you can see the patterns of play they use and how well they move off the ball. It looks like they are lightning around the court, but much of that is anticipation and reading what it happening in the point...2024-10-1612 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastWhen Will Other Nations Emerge in Padel? And Paris Premier Recap!The Paris Premier Padel Tournament  has become one of the most prestigious tournaments in the padel world, attracting elite players and selling over 24,000 tickets for the final weekend.Here Sandy & Tom recap the tournament, giving their thoughts on the top players and why the number 1 pairs for mens and womens are so dominant!Sandy also discusses his thoughts on why it will take so long for emerging countries to catch up and how they will get there faster!Here is a link to our book, the Padel Player's Guide: https://thepadelschool.c...2024-10-0917 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastDo great players make BETTER COACHES? What to look for in a coach?!In this episode with Sandy and Tom, they discuss what makes a good coach and how different coaching can be depending on your skill level and needs.Good players are not always good coaches, whether in padel or any sport. While being a skilled player gives a coach valuable insight into the technical and tactical aspects of the game, the ability to teach and guide others requires a distinct skill set. '70% of coaching success comes from communication and emotional intelligence' (European Journal of Sport Science). As a coach try to a...2024-10-0318 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastThe influence social media on PadelIt's been a long time since we last sat on the podcast couch! A bit of a catch up this one.- We'll discuss the influence that social media has on Padel.- Should Tennis help facilitate the growth of Padel even though Padel, potentially, is a threat to Tennis?- Sandy' heading off to Paris to work with RedBull TV again, what does his schedule look like?- We'll chat about our first TPS Community Event, held in Ilford on the 12th of October,... and much, much more!We...2024-09-2728 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastPadel Player's Guide - Padel Book to improve at every level!In this episode, we’ll talk about something that Sandy's been working really hard on over the last couple of years. We're super excited that we finally get to share it with you:The Padel Player's Guide - Elevate Your Game No Matter Your LevelThis book has been written as a comprehensive guide to learning the game of padel. Read the inspiring journey of Sandy, from being one of the first english speaking players learning the game to one of the most recognised international coaches in the game.The Pa...2024-08-1120 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastEuropean Championship Recap with GB Players!In this episode, Sandy and Nikhil chat about the difference between this years Euros compared to the previous ones - are there any improvements or is it all the same, over and over again?We'll talk about Team GB's results during the tournament and how the bigger countries, like Italy and Portugal, compare.Finally, you'll hear our insights in what makes a good pair, coming from personal experiences - and how they recommend building great chemistry with your partner!We offer a *7-DAY FREE TRIAL* on our online platform with a bunch of...2024-07-3122 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastIs Tennis In Danger From Padel?In this episode, we’ll discuss a press conference made by Novak Đoković at Wimbledon stating that Tennis might be in danger from Padel. We’ll take you through our view on why that may be the case.We’ll also have a chat about the upcoming European Championship held in Italy and hear what Sandy has to say about getting older and how that has affected his style of play.We offer a *7-DAY FREE TRIAL* on our online platform with a bunch of exclusive content! *SIGN UP NOW* and don't miss out on an oppor...2024-07-1931 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastHow long will it take "Emerging Countries" to catch up?More changes happening in the Mens Pairs last week and sad to hear the split of the Super Pibes, one of our favourite pairs! What does this mean for the rest of the pairs?Also in this episode, we’re in Amsterdam and doing clinics. We'll take you through what we focus on during these trips. What it is like working in Netherlands now it is a more developed padel market.And maybe most importantly of all - what type of coffee shall clubs provide in order to ... let's say succeed? Or keep Sandy in th...2024-07-1232 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastFollowing Sandy Behind The Scenes At Rome Premier!In this episode, we’re trying something new - a combination of a VLOG and a PODCAST. You can see the video version here: https://youtu.be/e94nhGyC2H8?si=nJwmea7up5TbFnB6Sandy’s been in Rome to work with Red Bull on the Premier Padel Major, as an expert on Red Bull TV and as a commentator for the event. Primary objectives - improve their broadcast and make it REALLY valuable for those watching.In this episode we’ll take you along the journey itself, with day to day insights in Sandy’s though...2024-06-2927 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastHow do we analyse our own training??In this episode we'll have a recap of our recent training match here in the UK and the problems with covered courts. We'll discuss what Sandy's plan is with Red Bull TV on the next Premiere Padel Major in Rome (this is record a day before leaving to Rome), hear Tom's thoughts on his upcoming FIP tournament in Belgium with Nikhil Mohindra and much, much more - in this weeks podcast!You can find all our other podcast episodes at: podcasts.thepadelschool.com Instagram: @thepadelschool Facebook: www.facebook.com/thepadelschool LinkedIn: https...2024-06-2430 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastHow do you find a GOOD Padel Academy? Malaga Summit SummaryIn this episode Sandy and Tom discuss the recent Malaga Summit and the growth of the game around the world. They talk about academy experiences in Spain and what to look for when trying to find a good one...just because they are in Spain does not mean they are good!!Tom has an upcoming Tenerife Padel Holiday and Sandy has a GB training camp this weekend - the focus will be on physical recovery between sessions!✔ We offer a 7-DAY FREE TRIAL on our online platform with a bunch of exclusive content! ...2024-05-3126 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastRight Side vs Left Side - Defending Paquito's Cuchilla!!In this episode we'll have an in depth talk about Tom's recent tournament win from the right and his thoughts on switching sides. We'll be discussing the growth of female participation in Padel, how physically tough filming videos actually is (according to Sandy), the bullets we had to face when defending Paquito's Cuchilla and much, much more!SLINGER BALL MACHINE: https://slingerpadel.com/en/ Discount Code: TPS10✔ We offer a 7-DAY FREE TRIAL on our online platform with a bunch of exclusive content! SIGN UP NOW and don't miss out on...2024-05-1725 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastSome BIG Changes in the Mens Pro Padel Pairs 2024In this week's episode, with Tom and Sandy, the focus is around the new changes in the Mens Pairs. There was also a discussion around how to boost participation in emerging padel countries and using the UK as an example, how these countries can catch up.We now have a 30 day free trial on our platform if you use the coupon code: 1MONTHFREESo if you want to develop your game, go and check it out!You can find all our other podcast episodes at: podcasts.thepadelschool.com Website: www.th...2024-03-2728 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastPremier Padel Kicks Off in Saudi ArabiaIn this catch up episode with Tom and Sandy they discuss their recent trips and how the game is developing around the world! What we are discovering in the padel world as we travel!Also the thoughts around the Premier Padel and the start the the season for the professional players!We now have a 30 day free trial on our platform if you use the coupon code: 1MONTHFREESo if you want to develop your game, go and check it out!You can find all our other podcast episodes at: podcasts.t...2024-03-0833 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastTo Improve - what is needed? Training & Match Ratio?Many players struggle with a plateau in performance - it is inevitable when players do not have effective padel schedules with a good mix of training, matches and instruction.In this episode with Tom and Sandy we discuss the ideal setup for players and what the focus should be during training. The level of the matches are important for improvement, but not only playing "better players".Many of our members are getting the technical tips they need to improve their game through video analysis. It is part of our membership. If you haven't checked it...2024-01-3128 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastIs a ball machine a good training partner? And Why?Our members have found it hugely beneficial to train with a ball machine. Here is how they use it:1. Setup the ball machine to feed the shot they want to work on2. Setup their camera/phone to film the shots3. Upload the video to our member community4. Receive feedback from Sandy, Tom and the TPS Coaches5. Go back to the court to practice the adviceIn this episode we discuss the value of training volume and why some parts of technique need to be trained with repetition.We discuss what...2024-01-1718 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastHow to ACTUALLY change your technique in padel!In this episode Sandy and Tom discuss the best way for players to actually change their padel technique. At The Padel School we are on court coaching players of all levels constantly, we will work with over 1000 players during the year on court, plus all the online video analysis we do on our platform at thepadelschool.com So we have a really good idea of what is required when breaking bad habits and forming good habits...and it is not easy!This is definitely a good one to listen to if there are any technical...2023-12-1323 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastPlay Your Best Padel: Member Match AnalysisIn this episode, Sandy hosts a coaching call with Jordan, one of our members, and analyses his recent match. They discuss technical and tactical areas for improvement, emphasising the importance of footwork, preparation, and mental intensity. Jordan highlights strengths like net play and strategies while acknowledging areas for improvement, such as footwork and maintaining mental intensity during matches. Sandy encourages experimenting with different partners to find the right match in playing styles. The discussion also touches on the physical demands of the game and the potential benefits of playing with higher intensity.You can f...2023-11-2234 minThe Joy of PadelThe Joy of PadelThe Padel School founder, Sandy Farquharson, on developing the community and skills of padelThe Joy of Padel with Sandy FarquharsonSandy Farquharson is a member of the National GB padel tennis team, having developed as a tennis player and previously been coach of ATP and WTA players on the tennis circuit. In 2012, Sandy converted to padel and participated in the development of the sport in UAE. He has organised WPT and FIP tournaments, being the coach of the national teams in both the UAE and GB, and representing GB in the World and European Championships. He founded The Padel School in Jan 2019 to give the padel community the tools to...2023-11-1546 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastThe Importance of Consistency in PadelIn this episode, Sandy and Tom discuss the key aspects of improving consistency in padel, including the technical, tactical, and mental components. Consistency is more than winning matches, but about achieving a level of consistent performance that can set you apart from the competition. They also dive into the significance of warm-ups and pre-match preparation in influencing your consistency, and share tips on how to immediately improve your game on the court.You can find all our other podcast episodes at: podcasts.thepadelschool.com Website: www.thepadelschool.com Instagram: @thepadelschool F...2023-11-0820 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastUnderstanding How To Compete in PadelIn this episode (which is actually episode 59!!) Sandy and Tom delve into the world of padel competition and what it takes to become a successful padel competitor. They share personal insights and experiences from their background in tennis and college competition, emphasising the importance of not fixating on outcomes but instead embracing the journey of improvement.This episode provides valuable insights for both new and experienced players, guiding them on the path to becoming better competitors and enjoying the sport to the fullest.You can find all our other podcast episodes at: p...2023-11-0127 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastWhat Makes A Good Padel Coach?In this episode, Sandy and Tom discuss the qualities that make a great padel coach. Padel coaching has a unique set of challenges, with a growing sport that requires well-trained coaches to accommodate the influx of new players. Sandy highlights the importance of communication and organisation skills for effective coaching and emphasises the role of coach education in creating better coaches. Sandy and Tom also touch on the different challenges faced by coaches who specialise in one-on-one coaching at the professional level compared to those coaching larger groups at the club level.You can f...2023-10-2528 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastHow to Avoid and Overcome Performance Plateaus in PadelJoin Sandy and Tom as they dive into the topic of plateaus, exploring how padel players can avoid hitting a plateau and how to break out of one if you're already there. Sandy also emphasises the importance of focusing on foundational technique, understanding the root causes of your issues, and committing to a long-term improvement plan to ensure you progress on the court.You can find all our other podcast episodes at: podcasts.thepadelschool.com Website: www.thepadelschool.com Instagram: @thepadelschool Facebook: www.facebook.com/thepadelschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/compa...2023-10-1820 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastPadel Power: Empowering Women in Sport with Pep StonorSandy sits down with Pep Stonor, the inspiring founder of Femme Open. Join us as she shares her passion for getting more women involved in padel across the UK. Learn about her journey into the sport and catch up on the latest industry news. Pep also discusses the vision for 2024, aiming for ten major tournaments and emphasising the value of training clinics in empowering women to embrace the sport. Don't miss out on this exciting glimpse into our thriving female padel community!You can find all our other podcast episodes at: podcasts.thepadelschool.co...2023-10-1121 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastOur First-Ever Padel Holiday: The Racquets Club, La MangaJoin Sandy and Tom as they reflect on the success of their first-ever padel holiday at The Racquets Club, La Manga, which saw a group of 16 players undergo significant transformations in their gameplay over three-days of intensive training.Sandy and Tom are excited to organise more padel holidays, with a couple in the works for 2024... Stay tuned!You can find all our other podcast episodes at: podcasts.thepadelschool.com Website: www.thepadelschool.com Instagram: @thepadelschool Facebook: www.facebook.com/thepadelschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-padel-schoolT...2023-10-0414 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastUnderstanding Equipment - Padel Rackets, Padel Shoes and more...It can be a minefield out there when it comes to choosing the right padel equipment to get you started. So in this solo episode, Sandy explains the best way to go about choosing padel rackets, padel shoes and other padel accessories.On The Padel School online platform (www.thepadelschool.com) Sandy and the team have reviewed a huge number of rackets and products. It is one of the many features you can find on the website - and currently we are running a week FREE TRIAL. So if you are serious about improving your game, go...2023-09-2718 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastBeating Tennis Players on a Padel Court - Padel TacticsSandy and Tom sit down to discuss some winning padel tactics if you are coming up against tennis players.Both Sandy and Tom originally came for tennis, both playing pro tennis before taking up padel. Since moving to padel there has been no looking back, but they remember well the struggles of moving from tennis to padel. The team travel around the world helping padel players improve and without a doubt the majority of those are usually ex tennis players, so these are tips and tricks they use on a daily basis!Y...2023-09-2019 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School Podcast3 weeks of padel in USA! Visiting LA, SXM and Chicago!Tom and Sandy sit down to discuss how padel is growing in the US.Sandy has recently returned from a padel trip to USA - where he visited Los Angeles, St Maarten and Chicago. Sandy visited some great clubs and met some amazing padel communities.During the trip he trained with 100+ players on court of all ages and levels - so here they are sharing the padel he did on court but also how he believes the game is developing.You can find all our other podcast episodes at: podcasts.thepadelschool.com 2023-09-0623 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastPadel Q&A with Sandy and Tom!From the 'Ask Me Anything' with the r/padel reddit group!Some great questions asked by an engaging and knowledgable community on Reddit - if you haven't seen it yet, it is definitely worth checking it out: https://www.reddit.com/r/padel/Our new platform is now live and we have a ton of new features for any players wanting to improve their padel: https://thepadelschool.com/features/At the moment we are also running a 7 day free trial too - so check it out today!Home workout series: https://youtube...2023-03-221h 06The Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastWill padel courts DOUBLE in the UK in 2023?This episode we dive into padel in UK with the LTA Head of Padel, Tom Murray. The future of Padel in the UK looks bright and so we here we talk about the progress LTA Padel have made throughout 2022, their upcoming plans, and how this will impact padel across the country!Lastly, we finish with a piece of advice for anyone starting their own padel club!To find out more about Tom or LTA Padel, go to: @LTA on any of the social platforms!You can find all our other podcast episodes at: 2023-02-0424 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School Podcast3 courts in the country now! Padel is reaching everywhere.Today we are joined by Jusuf Kika from the Kosovo Padel Federation. In the episode we discuss padel in Kosovo,  the movement of the game and how it is developing throughout the country.You can find out more about Padel Kosova here:info@padelkosova.comwww.padelkosova.com Instagram @padelkosovaYou can find all our other podcast episodes at: podcasts.thepadelschool.com Website: www.thepadelschool.com Instagram: @thepadelschool Facebook: www.facebook.com/thepadelschool LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-padel-schoolTikTok: @thepadelschoolWe offer a...2023-01-2129 minSports Management PodcastSports Management PodcastSandy Farquharson & Ben Nichols - The rapid growth and the future of PadelWelcome to episode 79 of Sports Management Podcast – where I speak with not one, but TWO great guests. The first guest is Sandy Farquharson – the founder of The Padel School. Sandy has a background from tennis as a player and coach but transitioned into padel about 11 years ago. In 2019 Sandy started The Padel School and has been educating people about padel since, both in person and through his popular YouTube channel. Ben Nichols is the founder of Padel 22 - The first padel-dedicated communications consultancy. Ben also appeared on episode 20, where he spoke about media relat...2023-01-1648 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastWhat is the PERFECT combination for training & matches?What is the PERFECT Combination for Training & Matches??! The top players in the world approach their training sessions in very specific ways which enables them to play their best padel when they step on the match court. This week The Padel School team are in Alicante in Spain and have recently been training with some of the top professional padel players. In this podcast we share our insights from our training with these top players and also reflect on how recreational players can use similar approaches to their own training. As always, we dive into our overrated and underrated...2023-01-1422 minThe Padel School PodcastThe Padel School PodcastIs PADEL a game for SQUASH players?In today's episode we are joined by Nicole Beumer. Her company, Team Power organises events for corporates & businesses in team building, networking, vitality or leadership inspiration sessions and they use padel and sports as a tool/inspiration.  Another initiative she has started this year is the Expat Padel Club AMS, an incentive that is growing a community for expats in Amsterdam to play padel & meet new friends. We offer a *7-DAY FREE TRIAL* on our online platform with a bunch of exclusive content! *SIGN UP NOW* and don't miss out on an opportunity to IMPROVE YOUR GAME!2023-01-0632 minGrand Slam JourneyGrand Slam Journey17. Sandy Farquharson: Founder of The Padel School and world-renowned padel expert, a journey from tennis to padelSandy Farquharson is the Founder of The Padel School and the Host of The Padel School Podcast. He has over a decade of professional padel coaching experience. He is currently one of the LTA's lead coach educators and is responsible for designing and delivering the LTA's padel coach education program. To date, he has trained 100+ padel coaches across the world. Alongside his coaching experience and expertise, he plays on the GB national men's team and is also the team coach.An entrepreneur at heart, Sandy is driven by his desire to grow the game of padel...2023-01-031h 12