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
Online Training Platform (7-Day Free Trial) : https://thepadelschool.com/
The Drill Book: https://thepadelschool.com/drill-book
Free Equipment Guide: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guide
Episodes
193 episodes
What 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...
Is 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/inspir...
Preventing Tennis (Padel) Elbow
In this episode, we welcome back physical therapist Andreas Olesen. Olesen alongside padel players, also works with NFL and NBA athletes. During this episode, we discuss the most common chronic padel injury: TENNIS ELBOW. We go into depth about...
The Difference Between GOOD and GREAT Padel Players
What really is the difference between a good and great padel player?! In this week's podcast, Tom and I reflect on one of our training sessions this week and also discuss what the pro players do that make them so good at the game. We also chat ...
Should you REALLY train in Spain?
In this week's podcast, I am joined by Nikhil Mohindra a GB player and teammate who has recently returned from Alicante in Spain where he has been training full-time. In this episode we discuss the benefits of players training in Spain and why ...
Junior Padel Training and Why It's Important!
This week we've returned to Dubai, spending time at Padel Art educating their coaches and also working with the local padel community . In this solo episode, we discuss coach education. Specifically, the importance of coaching juniors and the i...
Talking Padel and Pickleball in Dubai - with Padel Art
In this week's podcast, I am joined by Max Marsh Pickard who is the General Manager of Padel Art - the largest indoor padel club in Dubai with 9 indoor courts and 6 pickleball courts! Max has helped to grow this fantastic club to where it is to...
The importance of Coach Education!
In this week’s podcast we talk about the latest padel news this week, in particular the recent rejected vote by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) to takeover governance of the sport. We also discuss Sandy's upcoming trip back to Dubai w...
Recap of the Duabi World Championships!
In this week’s podcast we discuss the results from the World Championships! Sandy gives his thoughts on what truly separates the best players and teams in the world from the rest. We also talk about which emerging padel countries are the most e...
Dubai Padel World Championships! w/ Nikhil Mohindra
What a week it has been playing at the World Championships this week in Dubai! Overall, it's been a truly awesome experience with an incredibly high level of padel played by all of the countries competing here. In this podcast I'm joined by my ...
Road to the Dubai World Championships
With the Dubai World Championships starting next week, we talk about the GB Team's journey so far and what we can expect to see at this year's Championships. We also discuss Sandy's recent trip to LA and how the sport is developing in the US, a...
Club Structure Around the World
This week we're in LA for a premium training club, spending time with the local padel community. In this solo episode, we discuss padel clubs from around the world. Specifically, the structure that these different countries and cities have with...
WPT Partner Changes
With so many WPT pairs choosing to split this week, it's exciting to see which new pairs will form as a result! In this podcast, we discuss why so many of these pairs may have chosen to split and which potential pairings you should watch out fo...
The Pillar of a Good Pair - Communication!
After a busy weekend in Derby, team GB has now qualified for the World Championships in Dubai! In this podcast, we discuss how the GB team will be preparing for Dubai, and also player partnerships, and the importance of communication between yo...
Preparing for the World Championships!
With the Padel World Championships qualifying this week, on this podcast we discuss the team lineups, as well as the importance of preparation before a competition. We also discuss why competition is so important for players to develop their ga...
Court-side at the Avicii Arena - w/ Tom Farquharson
On the last day of our trip to Stockholm we discuss our trip, the Padel Expo, Swedish padel and what countries developing the game can learn!On the morning of the final, we managed to find some quiet time next to the stadium court to ta...
Is it really best coming to padel from tennis? - With Tom Farquharson
When a tennis player takes to the court there are often a few areas they are pretty good at, but there are also areas that often are more difficult...In this episode, we are joined by Tom Farquharson who has recently gone through the co...
Get MENTALLY Ready For Your Matches Like a Pro!
In this solo episode I cover one of the most important elements of the game - the mental side of padel! Your mental game is so crucial to win more points and matches. The better your mental game is, the stronger you'll be during an impo...
Let's talk about the UK padel market - with Adam Knutsson-Sundblad (From MATCHi)
In this episode, we are joined by Adam Knutsson-Sundblad from MATCHi!As well as taking a dive into Swedish Padel, we also look at the upcoming padel market in the UK.If you're a at all in...
How To Prevent Padel Injuries - with Andreas Olesen
In this episode, we welcome physical therapist Andreas Olesen, who we met in Miami at the World Padel Tour, as he was treating some of the players. Olesen alongside padel, also works with NFL and NBA athletes. During this episode, we discuss so...
Padel in Denmark - with Frederik Sangill
In this episode, we are joined by Frederik Sangill, from Padel Padel. Today we dive into padel in Denmark and how it is growing.To find out more about Frederik:Insta: @thesangillCheck out: @danishpadelopen
How to WIN at padel - with Nick Williams
How do you win at padel? In this episode, we are joined by Nick Williams, Head of Coach Education at The Padel School, discussing the tactics of the game. We break it down into simple building blocks to help you as a player o...
Talking Equipment! with Padel Corner
This episode we are joined by Toby Bawden, founder of the new online padel shop Padel Corner.The Padel School are privileged to be partnered with Padel Corner. They fit perfectly with our vision for The Padel School, supporting clubs an...
Growth in Finland w/ Padel Tampere (ft. Kaarle)
The future of padel in Finland is bright thanks to this high-energy club. In this episode with Kaarle Wirta, Operations Manager of Padel Tampere, we talk the growth of Padel Tampere and padel in Finland, about competitions they are running, and...