The city has seen a surge in interest in the sport and here are the best places to play Padel Tennis in Abu Dhabi
Padel tennis has quickly found itself as one of the most popular sports in the country, which is probably why the capital boasts so many state-of-the-art venues to play Padel Tennis in Abu Dhabi.
Last year, Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master Tournament 2023 welcomed 128 top-ranked padel players from around the world, creating more interest in the sport.
So why not get ready to smash it in court as there are plenty of places around Abu Dhabi where you can practice your swing too.
ALL THE BEST PLACES TO PLAY PDEL TENNIS IN ABU DHABI
Al Forsan International Sports Resort
One of our favourites, Al Forsan International Sports Resort offers a variety of amenities for sports enthusiasts, including an indoor padel court. Book a slot today to try your hand at the game. For information, visit alforsan.com
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal offers five world-class padel courts available for you to book. After the game, you can grab an energising meal from the hotel’s sports café, Dolce. Private lessons are also available on site. For information, visit ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/uae/abu-dhabi
Beach Rotana
Located adjacent to Abu Dhabi Mall, Beach Rotana also offers a wide range of recreational activities. The padel court on the rooftop terrace is the perfect place to relax with colleagues after work. For reservations, call 02 697 9000
Etizan Fitness
Serving as a premium wellbeing facility, Etizan Fitness has several courts for you to practice your serve. Available for you to rent, choose between an indoor or outdoor padel court. Rental equipment is also available on site. And girls, there’s a private ladies’ court just for you. For more information visit etizanfitness.ae
Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub
Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub offers a lot more than just cricket. Choose from a variety of padel courts, including indoor and outdoor rooftop where you can practice your swing. For more information visit abudhabicricket.ae
Yas Acres Golf & Country Club
Head to Viya Golf at Yas Acres Golf & Country Club to hone your padel tennis skills. Book one of their padel courts for a quick game with a friend or sign up for lessons. Viya Golf also offers a free 30-minute practise session before you make a long-term commitment. The venue hosts weekly Social Nights where you make new friends and play with others at the same level of the game. For information, visit viyagolf.com
Zayed Sports City
Book a padel court for you and your friends at Abu Dhabi’s sports haven, Zayed Sports City. You can also sign up for lessons offered by some of the best padel coaches in the region. For information, visit zsc.ae
ACTIVE Al Maryah Island
ACTIVE Sports Pavillion at ACTIVE Al Maryah Island has four indoor padel courts for you to book. Ladies, you get access to not one, but two women’s only indoor padel courts as well. Three outdoor padel courts are also available to book if you wish to play in fresh air. Padel lessons are also up for grabs. For information, visit activealmaryah.ae
321 Sports
Make your way to 321 Sports to escape the city and enjoy a variety of sports and entertainment options. Book a padel tennis session and surround yourself in the beauty of Al Hudayriyat Island. For more information visit hudayriyatisland.ae
Let’s Padel Academy
Another place in the capital to practice your serve is the outdoor padel court at Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana. The hotel’s Let us Padel Academy allows you to book a session and sign up for lessons. Padel equipment is also available on site to purchase. For information, visit playtomic.io
ESS Padel Corniche
Located at Radisson Blu Hotel and Resort, Corniche Road, Abu Dhabi, ESS Padel Corniche club was established in the midst of the Covid pandemic in 2020. Although relatively unknown up to this point in the city many locals and ex-pats have taken an interest in trying this newfound sport and has become a sport that everyone loves.
ESS Padel Corniche has six WPT (World Padel Tour) designed Outdoor Padel courts with MONDO Supercourt XN Turf. It is built to cater to large tournaments, and it became a training ground for professional Padel players during the Abu Dhabi Padel Master last February 2023.
The Club offers Padel equipment, court bookings, a Padel academy, and private coaching. The club holds Padel leagues, social evenings, tournaments, and everyday games for the club members. For further information email hello@empowersportservices.com
ESS Padel Saadiyat
Located at Park Hyatt Hotel and Villa, Al Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi ESS Padel Saadiyat was established in the year 2022. The club has two WPT (World Padel Tour) designed Outdoor Padel courts with MONDO Supercourt XN Turf. Facilities include free parking, free Wi-Fi, a shower room, lockers, Padel store and access to the hotel restaurant near the beach.
The complex is built for Padel players who want a private match with their friends and family, private coaching, private training, and a junior academy. This calm and serene place is the best place for players to unwind! For further information email hello@empowersportservices.com
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