Monday 4–5pm · Wednesday 2–3pm · Thursday 5–6pm · Runs weekly

Beginners Padel Coaching

One-hour coached sessions for players ready to move beyond intros and socials. Targeted drills, themed game play, and open play with a coach on court — capped at just four players so you get real attention and real improvement.

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Ready to take your padel to the next level? Our Beginners Coaching sessions are designed for players who've had a taste of the game — maybe you've been along to a social or an intro session — and now want to build real skills with players at a similar level.

Each one-hour session is structured around three focused blocks: 20 minutes of targeted drills working on a specific skill, 20 minutes of themed game play where you put that skill into practice in match situations, and 20 minutes of open play with your coach on court giving tips and feedback in real time.

Sessions are capped at just four players, so you get plenty of court time and individual attention. Every session is designed by our head coach Ben, and coached by one of our top coaches at Padel Park.

This is the ideal next step if you've been playing in our socials and want to sharpen your technique, positioning, and game sense with players around your level. Advance booking only — we cap numbers to keep the quality high, so lock in your spot through the app.

Rackets and balls provided — just bring sports gear and covered shoes.

Schedule
Monday 4–5pm · Wednesday 2–3pm · Thursday 5–6pm · Runs weekly

$20 per person · Max 4 players · Rackets and balls provided

How to Sign Up
App: From the home screen, scroll to the bottom then across to "Padel Coaching". Pick the session date that suits.
Web: From the home screen, find the top menu bar "Make a Booking" then "Activities / Weekly Events", pick your day, then select the session that works.
Or hit the link here to go directly to the Activities / Weekly Events page.

If this session doesn't reach the minimum number of participants, it will be cancelled and your booking will be refunded in full to your account balance

Key Benefits

  • Structured three-part format — drills, themed game play, and open play in every session
  • Max 4 players for plenty of court time and individual attention
  • Coach on court during open play, giving tips and feedback in real time
  • Session plans designed by head coach Ben
  • Build technique, positioning, and game sense with players at your level
  • The perfect bridge from socials into competitive play

Players around the 2–3 level who are comfortable rallying and want to sharpen their game. If you've been to a few socials and found yourself wanting to improve, this is your next step. It's ideal for players who want regular, structured coaching without jumping straight into intermediate — come each week and you'll feel the difference on court.

Meet Our Team of Coaches

Experienced coaches helping players of all levels improve their game, build confidence and enjoy padel & pickleball even more.

PRIVATE LESSON PRICING

Private padel lessons

1 person$80
2 people$50 each
3 people$40 each
4 people$40 each

Applies to all our padel coaches. Request a booking on any coach’s card below.

STANDARD PRICING

Private pickleball lessons with Ben

1 person$80
2 people$50 each
3 people$40 each
4 people$40 each
PREMIUM · LIMITED TIME

Private pickleball lessons with Andy

1 person$120
2 people$90 each
3 people$70 each

Max 3 people per session. Tuesdays only, until 25 August. Andy’s premium rate reflects his international competitive experience.

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Ben Van Tonder

Ben is Padel Park’s Head Coach. A former competitive tennis and squash player, he discovered padel four years ago and now competes at 5.0 on Playtomic / 5.3 on Matchpoint — with runner-up finishes at the Bay Padel Open (before winning it the following year) and the 2023 Africa Padel Open under his belt. Ben holds the Padel MBA Coaching Qualification (practical + theoretical) and a BA in Psychology from Cape Town, which he weaves into his coaching through communication, confidence and performance under pressure. Specialises in intermediate to advanced players with a tactical, match-realistic approach — every session leaves you with something you can immediately apply.

Available: anytime

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Russell Biggs

Russell coaches intermediate players, helping them refine their shot selection, positioning, and tactical awareness. Originally from Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, he brings a thoughtful approach to the game and enjoys helping players unlock key insights that elevate their match play.

Available: on request

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Greg Nicol

Greg works with intermediate and advanced players, focusing on tactical discipline, net control, and high-level match play. One of New Zealand’s top padel players, he has achieved strong results in recent Men’s A tournaments around the country and brings valuable competitive experience to his coaching.

Available: on request

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Peter Mohring

Peter works primarily with beginner and developing players, helping them build strong fundamentals and confidence on court. He holds a HelloPadel Bronze coaching certification and has delivered beginner foundation programs in the UK.

Available: every day except Thursdays

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Tavo Farias

Originally from Curicó, Chile, Tavo brings great energy and passion to the court. He focuses on helping beginner and low-intermediate players improve their technique, patience, and tactical understanding of the game.

Available: Thursdays & Saturdays

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Ben Van Tonder

Ben is Padel Park’s Head Coach, bringing a decorated racket-sports background — competitive tennis, squash and padel (5.0 Playtomic, multiple tournament titles in South Africa) — to his pickleball coaching. His Padel MBA Coaching Qualification and BA in Psychology from Cape Town shape a tactical, psychology-informed approach that transfers directly across sports: strong paddle fundamentals, match-realistic drills, and coaching cues that build confidence under pressure. Coaches all levels — from complete beginners picking up a paddle for the first time through to intermediate players sharpening their game.

Available: anytime

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