How to Play Padel in Spain: Beginner’s Guide for Expats

You have moved to Spain, settled into your new neighborhood and keep seeing people carrying strange-looking rackets into glass-walled courts.

Welcome to padel.

Padel has become one of the easiest sports for newcomers in Spain to start playing because it combines exercise with something equally important after moving abroad: meeting people.

You normally play doubles, clubs organize matches by level, beginners can take group lessons, and many venues allow you to book a court or find other players through an app.

You do not need to speak fluent Spanish.

You do not need tennis experience.

And you do not need to join a professional sports federation simply to play recreationally.

For a newcomer, the easiest route is:

Find a nearby padel club → book a beginner lesson → learn your approximate level → join matches with similar players → start playing regularly.

This guide explains exactly how.

What Is Padel?

Padel is a racket sport normally played by four players — two against two — on an enclosed court.

The standard court measures approximately:

20 metres long × 10 metres wide

and is surrounded partly by glass or solid walls and partly by metal fencing.

The walls are not simply barriers.

They are part of the game.

A ball can bounce on your side of the court and then rebound from the wall while remaining playable.

This is one of the biggest differences between padel and tennis.

Padel combines elements of:

• tennis
• squash
• tactical doubles play

but it is a separate sport with its own equipment, rules and techniques.

Why Is Padel So Popular With Expats in Spain?

Padel solves several problems newcomers experience after moving.

You want to exercise.

You want to meet people.

You may want to practice Spanish.

You probably do not yet have a large social network.

Padel combines all four.

Because standard padel is played as doubles, each match normally requires four players.

That makes the sport inherently social.

You are not simply exercising beside strangers in a gym.

You are interacting with three other people for the entire match.

After a few weeks of regular play, many newcomers begin developing a network of:

• partners
• opponents
• coaches
• club acquaintances
• tournament friends

For someone building a new life in Spain, that social aspect can be as valuable as the exercise itself.

Our Sports in Spain for Expats and Newcomers guide explains other ways to become active after relocating.

Is Padel Difficult for Beginners?

Padel is relatively approachable for beginners.

You can often begin having rallies surprisingly quickly.

That does not mean padel is easy to master.

At higher levels, positioning, anticipation, wall rebounds, volleys, lobs and tactical decisions become increasingly sophisticated.

But the initial barrier is generally manageable.

A beginner does not need to master advanced shots immediately.

Your first objectives should simply be:

1. Keep the ball in play.
2. Understand the walls.
3. Learn where to stand.
4. Serve legally.
5. Communicate with your partner.
6. Stop trying to hit every ball as hard as possible.

That last point is especially important.

Padel is much more tactical than many beginners expect.

Do You Need Tennis Experience to Play Padel?

No.

Tennis players sometimes adapt quickly because they already understand racket control, volleys and scoring.

But tennis experience can also create habits that need changing.

Padel requires different:

• court positioning
• wall awareness
• stroke preparation
• serve technique
• tactical decisions

A complete beginner can therefore start without feeling disadvantaged.

In fact, taking proper padel lessons from the beginning can sometimes be easier than converting years of tennis habits.

Padel vs Tennis: What Is the Difference?

Padel	Tennis
Normally played as doubles	Singles and doubles common
Enclosed court	Open court
Walls participate in play	Walls normally irrelevant
Smaller court	Larger court
Solid perforated racket	Strung racket
Underhand-style bounced serve	Overhead serve
Very social match structure	Depends on format
Positioning and patience crucial	Greater court coverage
Easier initial entry for many beginners	Often steeper initial learning curve

Neither sport is objectively better.

But for a newcomer trying to meet people in Spain, padel has a major structural advantage:

you need three other people to play a normal match.

What Equipment Do You Need to Play Padel?

You need very little to start.

Padel Racket

A padel racket — pala de pádel — is solid rather than strung and contains holes through its hitting surface.

Rackets come in different:

• shapes
• weights
• balances
• materials
• hardness levels

As a beginner, you do not need an expensive professional racket.

Control and comfort matter more than power.

Padel Balls

Padel balls look extremely similar to tennis balls but are manufactured for padel’s playing characteristics.

If you are booking a social match, ask whether somebody is bringing balls.

Do not assume the club automatically supplies them with the court.

Shoes

Proper court shoes become increasingly worthwhile once you start playing regularly.

They can improve:

• grip
• movement
• stability
• comfort

Avoid using unsuitable running shoes for long-term padel play.

Running shoes are designed primarily for forward motion rather than the repeated lateral changes of direction used on a padel court.

Sports Clothing

Normal comfortable sports clothing is sufficient.

Water

Bring it.

This is especially important when playing outdoors during warmer months in Spain.

Our Climate in Spain guide explains how dramatically conditions can vary around the country.

Do You Need to Buy a Racket Before Your First Lesson?

Usually not.

Many padel clubs and coaches can lend or rent beginner equipment.

Ask:

¿Tenéis palas de alquiler?

“Do you have rackets for rent?”

Or:

¿Me podéis prestar una pala para la clase?

“Can you lend me a racket for the lesson?”

Take a few lessons before spending heavily on equipment.

Once you understand:

• how frequently you will play
• your preferred weight
• your playing style
• your level

you can make a much better purchase.

The Safety Cord Is Important

A padel racket has a wrist safety cord attached to the handle.

Use it.

Under the official rules, the safety cord must be worn around the wrist.

This is not decorative.

A padel racket accidentally leaving someone’s hand in a small enclosed court can be dangerous.

Make putting the cord around your wrist automatic before every point.

How Does a Padel Court Work?

Understanding the court is one of the biggest challenges for new players.

The ball can interact with:

• floor
• glass walls
• solid walls
• metal fencing

but the order matters.

If Your Opponent Hits the Ball

The ball generally needs to bounce first in your court before you allow it to hit your back or side wall.

After the bounce and wall rebound, you can return it before it touches the floor for a second time.

Can You Volley?

Yes.

Except when receiving serve, you can generally hit the opponent’s ball before it bounces.

That is a volley.

Can You Hit the Ball Into Your Own Wall?

Yes, in certain situations.

You can return a ball using your own wall provided the resulting shot crosses the net correctly and then lands legally in the opponent’s court.

This can look extremely strange the first time you see it.

After a while it becomes part of normal padel.

The Simplest Wall Rule for Beginners

Remember:

Opponent’s ball → floor → your wall → you can still hit it.

But:

Opponent’s ball → your wall before the floor → normally out.

Once you understand this concept, watching padel becomes much easier.

How Do You Serve in Padel?

The padel serve is one of the biggest differences from tennis.

You do not use a normal overhead tennis serve.

The basic sequence is:

1. Stand behind the service line in the correct service area.
2. Bounce the ball.
3. Strike it at or below waist height.
4. Keep at least one foot in contact with the ground.
5. Serve diagonally into the opponent’s service box.

You normally have two attempts, just as in tennis.

Where Does the First Serve Go?

At the start of a service game, serve from the right-hand side diagonally into the receiver’s opposite service box.

The next point is served from the other side.

You continue alternating sides after each point.

What Happens if the Serve Hits the Glass?

After landing correctly in the receiver’s service box, the ball can continue toward the glass wall and remain a valid serve.

However, if the served ball bounces correctly and then hits the metal fencing before the second bounce, it is a fault.

This distinction confuses many new players.

Glass after the serve bounce

Potentially valid.

Metal fence after the serve bounce

Fault.

A coach will help you recognize this quickly.

Do You Get Two Serves?

Yes.

If your first serve is a fault, you generally have a second attempt.

Two consecutive faults lose the point.

How Is Padel Scored?

Padel uses the familiar tennis-style score:

15 → 30 → 40 → game

A conventional match is generally played as the best of three sets.

The first team to six games normally wins a set, provided it leads by two games.

At 6–6, a tie-break is generally used.

However, there is an important 2026 detail.

The official rules currently recognize multiple scoring options, including:

• traditional advantage scoring
• Star Point
• Golden Point

So beginners should not assume every club, tournament or social competition handles deuce in exactly the same way.

Ask before the match.

What Is Golden Point in Padel?

Golden Point is a no-advantage scoring format.

When the score reaches deuce, one deciding point determines the game.

The receiving pair chooses which side receives the deciding serve.

Social leagues and competitions can use formats designed to keep match length manageable.

What Is Star Point?

The 2026 rules also include Star Point as an alternative scoring system.

Rather than playing endless advantages at deuce, the format allows limited advantage sequences before reaching a final deciding point.

For a beginner, you do not need to memorize every variation.

Simply ask:

¿Jugamos con ventaja, punto de oro o Star Point?

“Are we playing advantage, Golden Point or Star Point?”

Where Should Beginners Stand on the Court?

Positioning matters more in padel than most beginners realize.

You and your partner should generally move as a team.

Think of an invisible line connecting you.

If one player moves forward, the other should usually move forward too.

If one retreats, the pair normally adjusts together.

The biggest beginner positioning mistake is:

one player at the net + one player at the back

with a huge gap between them.

Good opponents will immediately attack that space.

The Two Basic Positions

Defensive Position

Usually farther back, near the baseline and walls.

This allows you to:

• defend
• use the glass
• return difficult shots
• prepare lobs

Attacking Position

Near the net.

This allows you to:

• volley
• pressure opponents
• finish points

A major objective in padel is often to win control of the net.

Why Is the Lob So Important?

New players often want to hit hard.

Experienced players often want to hit smart.

The lob — globo in Spanish — is one of padel’s most important shots.

A good lob can force opponents away from the net and allow your team to move forward.

That means a slow, well-placed shot can be strategically more powerful than a hard drive.

Beginners should learn the lob early.

Should Beginners Hit Hard?

Usually less often than they think.

Hard shots can produce spectacular winners.

They can also produce spectacular errors.

At beginner level, matches are frequently won by the team that:

• returns more balls
• communicates better
• maintains position
• makes fewer mistakes

rather than the team with the hardest smash.

Your first padel strategy can be summarized in three words:

Keep it alive.

What Is a Bandeja?

Once you begin lessons, you will hear the word bandeja constantly.

It is a controlled overhead shot used frequently when opponents lob.

Rather than trying to smash every high ball, the bandeja helps maintain control and often protects your net position.

You do not need to master it before your first match.

But it will become one of the first distinctive padel techniques you learn.

What Is a Víbora?

The víbora is another overhead padel shot, typically played with more aggressive spin and intention than a basic bandeja.

Beginners should not worry about producing impressive víboras immediately.

First learn:

• positioning
• safe overhead technique
• bandeja
• control

Power can come later.

How Do You Book a Padel Court in Spain?

You have several options.

Book Directly With the Club

Many clubs operate their own:

• website
• app
• telephone booking
• reception desk

Use a Booking Platform

Playtomic is widely used for padel court booking and player matchmaking.

Depending on the club, you can use it to:

• find courts
• book available times
• join open matches
• find players
• track playing level
• pay your share of the booking

Not every Spanish padel club necessarily uses the same platform, so always check the individual club.

What Is an Open Match?

An Open Match allows players to join a match without already knowing all the other participants.

For an expat or newcomer, this is extremely useful.

Imagine you have moved to Valencia and know nobody who plays padel.

Instead of finding three friends first, you can potentially:

1. Search for an open match.
2. Choose your area.
3. Choose a suitable level.
4. Join an available position.
5. Meet the other three players at the court.

This transforms padel from a sport requiring an existing social circle into a way of creating one.

Playtomic currently supports open-match discovery and lets users filter by sport, location and time.

What Are Padel Levels?

Level matching matters.

A complete beginner playing against advanced players will probably enjoy neither the match nor the experience.

Different clubs and systems can use slightly different scales.

The most useful labels to understand are:

• beginner
• lower intermediate
• intermediate
• upper intermediate
• advanced

You may also see numerical ratings.

Do not obsess about the exact number during your first weeks.

Your objective is simply to find people who can maintain a similar type of rally.

Do Not Inflate Your Level

This is important.

Nobody benefits when a beginner signs up for a high-level match.

You will struggle.

Your partner may become frustrated.

The opponents will not get the match they expected.

If you are unsure, choose the lower level or ask a coach for an assessment.

A useful phrase is:

Soy principiante. ¿Qué nivel tengo?

“I’m a beginner. What level am I?”

What If You Have Played Tennis?

Tell the coach.

Tennis experience probably means you are not a complete racket-sport beginner.

But do not automatically assign yourself a high padel level.

Walls and positioning can make padel tactically unfamiliar even to a strong tennis player.

A short assessment lesson is the fastest solution.

Should You Take Padel Lessons?

For most beginners, yes.

One or two good lessons can prevent months of bad habits.

A coach can teach:

• grip
• serve
• forehand
• backhand
• wall rebounds
• positioning
• volleys
• lobs
• communication
• scoring
• court etiquette

Even more importantly, a coach can explain why you should stand in certain positions.

Padel becomes much easier once you understand the tactical structure.

Private or Group Lessons?

Private Lesson

Best for:

• rapid technical correction
• individual attention
• tennis players converting to padel
• specific weaknesses

Group Lesson

Best for:

• beginners
• social interaction
• lower cost per person
• practicing match situations

For a newcomer, group lessons can be especially valuable because you may immediately meet people at roughly your level.

Ask the club about:

clases de iniciación

which means beginner or introductory classes.

What Is a Padel Americano?

You may see clubs advertising:

Americano

This is a social competition format where players rotate partners and opponents across a series of shorter matches or rounds.

The exact format can vary.

For newcomers, the important point is that an Americano can be an excellent way to:

• meet many players
• play with different partners
• learn your approximate level
• become part of the club community

Once you are comfortable with the basic rules, these social formats can be more useful for meeting people than always booking with the same three friends.

What Is a Social Tournament?

Look for terms such as:

• torneo social
• liga social
• americano
• quedada
• open match
• partido abierto

These typically indicate opportunities beyond formal high-level competition.

Ask the club which activities are appropriate for beginners.

How Much Does Padel Cost in Spain?

There is no useful nationwide price.

The cost depends on:

• city
• club
• indoor vs outdoor court
• time of day
• weekday vs weekend
• membership
• coaching
• court duration
• equipment rental

Peak evening times can cost differently from quieter daytime periods.

A court fee may also be displayed:

• for the entire court
• or as each player’s share

Check before comparing prices.

Your Main Beginner Costs

Expect to pay for some combination of:

court time + racket if you buy one + balls + lessons + shoes

You do not need premium equipment to begin.

The smartest investment is often a few lessons before an expensive racket.

Do You Need to Become a Club Member?

Not always.

Some clubs allow players to:

• book as non-members
• pay per session
• join open matches
• take lessons

Others have membership structures offering benefits such as:

• lower court rates
• priority booking
• club leagues
• competitions
• gym or pool access

If you have just moved, avoid buying a long membership before confirming that you actually like the club.

Try several facilities first.

Indoor or Outdoor Padel?

Spain has both.

Outdoor Courts

Advantages:

• outdoor environment
• common throughout Spain
• enjoyable during good weather

Consider:

• heat
• sun
• wind
• rain

Indoor Courts

Advantages:

• no direct sun
• no wind
• predictable conditions
• year-round comfort

Indoor facilities can be particularly attractive in:

• extreme summer heat
• rainy regions
• windy conditions

Where you live in Spain therefore affects the type of court you may prefer.

Playing Padel in Spanish Summer

In Mediterranean and southern Spain, midday outdoor padel during peak summer can be uncomfortable or potentially unsafe.

Many players prefer:

• early morning
• evening
• indoor courts

Bring water and pay attention to heat.

Do not copy your February playing schedule automatically into August.

Spain has dramatically different regional climates, so compare your location using our Climate in Spain guide.

Can You Play Padel Without Speaking Spanish?

Absolutely.

You only need a small vocabulary to begin.

Padel itself creates context.

If someone points left and says:

tuya

you quickly understand what is happening.

Repeated sports vocabulary becomes one of the easiest forms of language learning.

Essential Spanish Padel Vocabulary

Spanish	English
pádel	padel
pala	racket
pelota / bola	ball
pista	court
red	net
cristal	glass
pared	wall
verja / reja	fence
saque	serve
resto	return
derecha	forehand / right
revés	backhand
volea	volley
globo	lob
bandeja	bandeja overhead
víbora	attacking spin overhead
remate	smash
compañero / compañera	partner
pareja	pair / team
partido	match
punto	point
ventaja	advantage
empate	tie
nivel	level
principiante	beginner
clase	lesson
entrenador / entrenadora	coach
torneo	tournament
liga	league
alquiler	rental

Useful Phrases on Court

¡Mía!
Mine!

¡Tuya!
Yours!

¡Déjala!
Leave it!

¡Voy!
I’ve got it / I’m going.

Atrás.
Back.

Sube.
Move up.

Buen punto.
Good point.

Buen partido.
Good match.

¿Jugamos otro?
Shall we play another?

Those phrases alone can get you through your first social matches.

Where Is Padel Popular in Spain?

Padel is widely available across Spain, but large cities and major relocation regions offer particularly extensive opportunities.

Newcomers will commonly find courts around:

• Madrid
• Barcelona
• Valencia
• Alicante
• Málaga
• Costa del Sol
• Murcia
• Seville
• Balearic Islands
• Canary Islands

You will also find clubs in many smaller Spanish cities and towns.

This means you do not have to choose where to live in Spain purely around padel.

But if sport is important to your lifestyle, check the facilities near the specific neighborhood you are considering.

Our Where to Live in Spain guide explains how to compare Spanish locations more broadly.

Padel in Alicante and Costa Blanca

Alicante and Costa Blanca are particularly attractive for outdoor sport because of their Mediterranean climate.

You can find padel facilities across areas such as:

• Alicante
• San Juan
• El Campello
• Benidorm
• Altea
• Calpe
• Jávea
• Torrevieja

The large international population can make finding other foreign players relatively easy, while Spanish clubs offer an excellent environment for integration.

For the broader region, explore our Valencian Community relocation guide.

Padel in Valencia

Valencia combines:

• urban population
• strong sports culture
• Mediterranean climate
• university population
• international residents

which makes it a natural city for social racket sports.

A newcomer can combine padel with cycling, running, swimming and other activities.

Padel in Madrid

Madrid has one major advantage:

scale.

A large metropolitan population means extensive club choice.

Indoor courts are also valuable during both periods of intense summer heat and less comfortable winter weather.

If you are considering the capital, see our Moving to Madrid guide.

Padel in Málaga and Costa del Sol

The Costa del Sol combines:

• international residents
• warm climate
• active lifestyle
• substantial sports infrastructure

Padel fits naturally into that environment.

For someone moving from the UK, USA, Canada or northern Europe, it can also be one of the quickest ways to mix international and Spanish social circles.

See our Moving to Andalusia guide.

Is Padel Good for Children?

Yes.

Clubs frequently offer:

• children’s lessons
• academies
• group classes
• competitions
• holiday programs

Look for:

escuela de pádel

or

pádel infantil

For children who already play tennis, the transition can be particularly interesting.

For families moving to Spain, sport can also help children form friendships outside school.

Our Spanish School System guide explains the broader education environment for newly arrived families.

Is Padel Good for Older Adults?

It can be.

Padel attracts a broad age range partly because the smaller court and doubles format can reduce the amount of ground an individual player must cover compared with some other racket sports.

However, padel still includes:

• rapid changes of direction
• rotation
• lateral movement
• acceleration
• overhead shots

Anyone with medical or mobility concerns should choose an appropriate intensity and seek professional medical advice where necessary.

Do not assume that because padel is social it requires no physical preparation.

Common Beginner Mistakes in Padel

Trying to Hit Every Ball Hard

Control normally beats uncontrolled power.

Standing in the Wrong Place

Positioning is fundamental.

Ignoring the Walls

The walls are part of your defense.

Use them.

Running Forward Alone

Move with your partner.

Staying at the Baseline Forever

Eventually you need to learn how to take the net.

Hitting Every High Ball as a Smash

Learn a controlled bandeja.

Never Using a Lob

The lob is one of your most useful tactical tools.

Buying an Expensive Racket Immediately

Lessons first.

Joining Matches Above Your Level

Choose competitive balance over ego.

Saying Nothing to Your Partner

Communication prevents many lost points.

Basic Padel Etiquette in Spain

Most etiquette is simple.

Arrive on Time

Other players are paying for the same court period.

Bring Balls if Agreed

Do not assume someone else always will.

Wear the Wrist Strap

Safety first.

Call the Score Clearly

Especially when playing with new people.

Be Realistic About Your Level

This improves everyone’s match.

Treat Your Partner Well

A social match is not the Premier Padel final.

Respect the Facility

Follow club rules for:

• footwear
• court access
• food
• drinks
• equipment

Finish With Good Manners

A simple:

Buen partido

goes a long way.

Your First Month of Padel in Spain

Here is the easiest progression.

Week 1: Find Three Clubs

Search for:

club pádel + your city

or:

pistas de pádel + your neighborhood

Compare:

• distance
• indoor/outdoor
• beginner lessons
• booking system
• social matches

Week 1: Book a Beginner Lesson

Tell the coach:

Nunca he jugado al pádel.

“I’ve never played padel.”

Week 2: Take Another Lesson

Focus on:

• positioning
• walls
• serve
• basic consistency

Week 2–3: Get a Level Estimate

Ask your coach what level of social match is appropriate.

Week 3: Join Your First Match

Choose people at your level.

Do not worry about winning.

Week 4: Join a Group

Try:

• recurring class
• social league
• Americano
• club WhatsApp group
• open matches

The objective after one month is not to become an advanced player.

It is to have people you can message when you want a game.

How Padel Can Help Expats Make Friends

Relocation can be socially difficult even when everything else goes well.

You can successfully obtain:

• residence
• housing
• bank account
• healthcare

and still feel isolated.

Friendships require repeated contact.

Padel naturally creates it.

You may play with the same person Monday.

See them again Friday.

Join their group the following week.

Have a drink after a match.

Meet somebody else through them.

Gradually, the club stops being an unfamiliar sports facility and becomes part of your routine.

This is why padel fits Newcomer.es so well.

Relocation should not end with paperwork.

The goal is to build a functioning life in Spain.

Frequently Asked Questions About Playing Padel in Spain

Is padel easy to learn?

The basic game is relatively accessible, although advanced padel becomes highly tactical and technical. Beginners can often begin playing simple matches after introductory instruction.

Is padel the same as paddle tennis?

No. Padel is its own racket sport with an enclosed court, specific rules and distinctive equipment.

Is padel usually singles or doubles?

Standard padel is normally played as doubles, with four players on court.

How big is a padel court?

The official standard court is 20 metres long and 10 metres wide.

Can the ball hit the glass in padel?

Yes, after the ball has bounced legally on your side, the walls can form part of play.

Is the serve overhand?

No. The server bounces the ball and strikes it at or below waist height into the diagonal service box.

Do you get two serves?

Yes. A fault on the first serve normally gives the server a second attempt.

Can a padel serve hit the glass?

After bouncing correctly in the service box, it can continue into the glass. A serve that then hits the metallic fence before a second bounce is treated differently and is a fault.

Is padel scoring the same as tennis?

The basic 15–30–40 structure is familiar from tennis. Current official rules recognize traditional advantage, Star Point and Golden Point scoring options, so competition formats can differ.

Do I need my own racket?

Not necessarily for your first lesson. Many clubs can provide or rent beginner equipment.

Do I need special shoes?

You may be able to try your first session in appropriate sports shoes, but regular players should use suitable court footwear designed for grip and lateral movement.

Do I need an NIE to play padel?

Not normally just to play a recreational match. Individual clubs and payment systems may have their own registration requirements.

Do I need to join a Spanish federation?

Not for ordinary recreational padel. Official federated competition is a different level of participation.

How do I find people to play with?

Use club groups, beginner classes, social leagues, open matches, local communities or platforms such as Playtomic.

What is Playtomic?

It is a racket-sports booking and matchmaking platform used by many padel clubs. Depending on the venue, players can book courts and join open matches.

What is an Americano?

It is a social competition format in which participants typically rotate partners and opponents over a series of rounds.

What level should a beginner choose?

Start at beginner level. After a few lessons or matches, ask a coach or experienced club organizer to assess you.

Can I play padel if I don’t speak Spanish?

Yes. Padel can actually be an excellent way to begin practicing conversational Spanish.

Is padel good for meeting people in Spain?

Very much so. Because normal play requires four participants and clubs frequently organize social matches, padel is particularly suited to newcomers looking to build a social circle.

Final Advice: The Best Way to Start Padel in Spain

Do not spend three weeks researching rackets.

Do not worry about advanced shots.

Do not wait until you have three friends who already play.

Start.

Find a nearby club and say:

“Hola. Soy principiante y quiero empezar a jugar al pádel. ¿Tenéis clases para principiantes?”

“Hi. I’m a beginner and I want to start playing padel. Do you have beginner classes?”

Then follow this route:

Beginner lesson → second lesson → level assessment → first social match → regular group → your own padel community.

Within a few weeks, you can go from knowing nothing about the sport to having a regular activity and people to play with.

And that is why padel may be one of the best sports for an expat or newcomer in Spain.

It is not only something you play.

It can become one of the quickest ways to begin feeling at home.

For more ways to stay active and meet people after relocating, explore our Sports in Spain for Expats and Newcomers guide.

If you are still deciding where to settle, compare our Where to Live in Spain and Climate in Spain guides.

And if you need help with the immigration and practical side of moving before you reach the padel court, contact Newcomer.es.