The Padel Pathway page on The Padel Directory is your complete guide to progressing in padel in the UK, whether you are a beginner picking up a racket for the first time or an advanced player aiming to compete at a higher level.
This page brings together everything you need to understand padel development, including junior padel pathways, adult coaching routes, competitive padel structures, rankings, tournaments, academies, and opportunities to move from social play into organised competition.
By clearly mapping out how padel players can improve, train, compete, and grow within the UK padel ecosystem, our padel pathways resource helps players, parents, coaches, and clubs make informed decisions and unlock the next stage of their padel journey.
Select the pathway below that best describes you to get started