Padel Courts in Lebanon: The Fastest-Growing Sport

Padel is a racket sport played in pairs on an enclosed 10 m × 20 m court with glass back walls and metal mesh sides. The Spanish-origin sport is now Lebanon's fastest-growing racket sport, with new courts opening monthly.

How it differs from tennis

• Walls are in play — like squash.
• Always doubles.
• Smaller court, lower net.
• Underarm serve only.
• Shorter, easier to learn than tennis.

Court types

• Outdoor: most common — weather permitting.
• Covered outdoor: playable in rain.
• Indoor: climate-controlled, premium pricing.

Booking and pricing

• Rates per hour per court — split among 4 players.
• Peak hours: weekday evenings, weekends.
• Rackets for rent at most clubs.
• Balls included or sold per tube at the desk.

Getting started

• Take 2–3 group classes to learn basic strokes.
• Buy a racket only after trying borrowed ones — weight and balance matter.
• Wear closed sport shoes — running shoes lack lateral support.
• Join one of many WhatsApp groups to find partners.