AcademyComing Soon
Absolute Padel Academy Launches Online Coaching Programmes
The Absolute Padel Academy is now live, offering structured coaching programmes for players at every level.
Academy Now Open
Play More.
Play Better.
A new approach to padel coaching, built around how the game is actually played.
Through a combination of expert coaching, evolving training and a growing player community, Absolute Padel helps players improve with clarity, confidence and purpose.
Start improving today through the Absolute Padel Academy - with online training and coaching designed for every level.
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A Different Way to Learn Padel
Play-Focused Learning
Coaching designed around real match situations, not isolated drills.
Ongoing Development
A clear coaching journey that supports players from complete beginners through to more advanced levels.
Learn Anywhere
Train online or in person, built to fit around how you play.
About Us
Built for Passionate Padel Players
Absolute Padel was created to bring a different approach to the game, helping grow padel across the UK through expert coaching, evolving training and a passionate player community.
Our goal is simple: give every player the tools and understanding to improve, from complete beginners through to experienced competitors.
The academy is led by Co-Founder and Head of Coaching Ant Hardman, whose philosophy draws on elite doubles coaching experience and a distinct perspective on how padel should be taught.
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Our Vision
Building a New Generation of Padel Players
Absolute Padel is building a new generation of padel players across the UK. By combining expert coaching, evolving training programmes and a vibrant community, we are helping people play more, improve faster and enjoy the sport together.
As padel continues to grow across the UK, our ambition is to be at the centre of that movement - developing coaching programmes and community experiences that help players at every level.
Let's Play
What We Offer
Online Academy
Structured online programmes designed to help you build confidence, sharpen your tactics and develop your game, all through the Absolute Padel Academy on SKOOL. Access weekly coaching, ongoing training insights and a growing library of content that helps you improve over time and understand the game more deeply.
Community & Experiences
A more connected academy experience built around the game. Members can share videos, take on challenges, receive ad hoc coaching feedback and connect with other members through our online community. It's all designed to help players improve, stay motivated and build real connections through the sport.
Partnerships & Growth
We are actively looking to collaborate with clubs, coaches, schools, universities, sports organisations and community partners who share our ambition to grow padel across the UK. We are always open to new ideas, opportunities and partnerships that help bring more people into the game.
Academy
Unlock Your Potential
The Absolute Padel Academy is a single subscription built around a different, functional approach to coaching, focused on how the game is actually played.
Designed by Head Coach Ant Hardman, the academy helps players develop decision-making, awareness, and confidence under pressure, not just technique.
From complete beginners to more advanced players, members gain access to structured weekly training, ongoing coaching insights, and a growing library of content designed to help them improve over time.
How the Academy Works
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Start with the Foundations
Build confidence from the ground up with a beginner-friendly introduction designed for players picking up a racket for the first time.
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Train Week by Week
Follow structured weekly coaching focused on tactical awareness, decision-making and real match situations, helping you improve consistently over time.
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Learn Beyond the Lesson
Go deeper into the game through an expanding library of content, including technical breakdowns, tactical insights, and match understanding.
See It In Action
The Absolute Padel Experience
Expert coaching, structured programmes and a community that keeps you coming back.
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Coaching Levels
500+
Players
50+
Weekly Sessions
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Week Roadmap
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Everyday Game-Changers.
Padel is more than a sport - it is a catalyst for growth, progress, community and connection. Join the academy and discover what makes this the UK's fastest-growing movement.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
The Absolute Padel Academy is a subscription-based coaching platform designed to help players improve their game through a different, structured approach. Members get access to weekly coaching, ongoing training insights and a growing library of content, all built around how padel is actually played.
Yes! The academy is designed for all levels, including complete beginners. There is a dedicated beginners section to help new players build confidence and understand the basics before progressing into more advanced coaching.
Not at all! The academy includes a dedicated foundations section for complete beginners, giving you a clear starting point if you are new to the game and have never picked up a racket before. It is designed to help you build confidence from day one, before progressing into the wider coaching and training content as your game develops.
The academy is not split into separate programmes. Instead, it is one continuous system designed to support players at every stage. You will start with the fundamentals if needed, then progress through weekly coaching and deeper training content as your game develops.
New coaching is added on a regular basis, alongside ongoing updates to the training library. The academy is designed to grow over time, giving members continuous access to new insights and development.
Yes. The academy is primarily designed as an online platform, so you can access the coaching and training from anywhere.
We are always open to conversations with clubs, coaches, schools, universities and organisations interested in growing padel. If you would like to explore a potential collaboration, we would be happy to hear from you.
You can follow Absolute Padel on social media or join the academy to stay up to date with new coaching content, updates and future developments.
Be Part of the Next Phase of Padel
Absolute Padel is building a new approach to coaching and player development.
We're just getting started. As the academy grows and the community builds, we're working on what comes next behind the scenes. There is plenty more to come, and we're always open to conversations with people who want to be part of the journey.
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