Learn Padel at The heights Racquet & social Club

One of the fastest growing racquet sports worldwide, padel combines elements of tennis and squash and is played in an enclosed court surrounded by glass walls. The Heights Racquet and Social Club in Mendota Heights is offering open houses and two-month trial packages for racquet sport enthusiasts looking to learn about the game.

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Padel courts at the Heights Racquet and Social Club in Mendota Heights

About Padel

Padel, a fast-growing racquet sport, has several fun and interesting facts. It was invented in Mexico in the 1960s by Enrique Corcuera, who wanted a smaller version of a tennis court. Padel is played in doubles and is more popular than tennis in Spain. Padel racquets don't have strings and are shorter than tennis racquets. 

Here are some more interesting facts:

• Padel is a social sport: It encourages teamwork and communication, making it a fun activity for friends and families. 

• Padel balls are unique: They are slightly smaller and have less pressure than tennis balls. 

• Serving is done underarm: This adds a unique element to the game. 

• You can play a point outside the court: The walls of the court can be used to bounce the ball back. 

• Padel is a relatively new sport: Despite its growing popularity, it was officially recognized as a sport in 1993. 

• Padel is the second-most popular sport in Spain: With over 4 million players, it's a major sporting force. 

• Padel is not an Olympic sport: While it's growing in popularity, it still needs to meet specific criteria to become an Olympic sport.