Padel Coaching & How to Play
Danny Lea
07812441981
Danny@thongsbridge.org
ABOUT ME
I bring more than 12 years of coaching experience to the club and am passionate about helping players unlock their potential on the padel court. Drawing on my extensive background in tennis performance coaching, I deliver engaging sessions that develop sound technique, smart decision-making, and the key skills needed to enjoy and succeed in padel.
With a degree in Sport and Exercise Science and experience working with players from complete beginners to advanced competitors, I take a progressive and approachable coaching style that caters to all ages and abilities. As a BPCA-qualified Professional Padel Coach, I lead the club’s padel programme, creating a welcoming environment where players can learn, compete, and develop a lasting love for one of the world’s fastest-growing sports.
Yanis Kierl
07518468764
leopard06@btinternet.com
ABOUT ME
I am based in Sheffield and made the move to Thongsbridge in January. Coming from a strong tennis background, I quickly caught the padel bug and have since developed a real passion for the sport. Having coached at various venues across Sheffield and the Peak District, I am bringing my experience and enthusiasm to the padel court.
My coaching philosophy focuses on building strong fundamentals and mastering the basics, helping players improve their game awareness, confidence, and overall performance. With an emphasis on learning in a fun and supportive environment, I aim to help players of all levels achieve significant progress while enjoying their time on court.
Summer Padel Coaching Timetable
Junior Intensive Padel Camp
Weekly Padel Coaching Timetable from September
How to book your class
Log into your account and go to the booking class button on your homepage.
For Pay and Play members who have not set up an account.
Adult Beginner - introduction to Padel
Learn the fundamentals of padel — from basic strokes and serving to understanding court positions. A welcoming and easygoing session for anyone new to the game.
Americano
Competitive but friendly format where everyone plays with different partners
Coffee & Padel (Breakfast Padel)
Start your day right with a morning hit of padel followed by a well-earned coffee. A relaxed and social session suitable for all levels.
Cardio Padel
A high-energy workout on court! Fast-paced drills and rally-based games designed to improve fitness, footwork, and reaction time while keeping the heart rate up and the fun constant.
Drills Clinic
A focused weekly coaching clinic for adults, offers a blend of two formats:
Rally-Based Session: Uses conditioned rally games to develop tactical awareness, shot selection, and consistency in realistic match scenarios.
Drills-Based Session: Coach-fed technical drills suitable for intermediate players, designed to refine technique, improve movement, and build confidence through repetition.
Fizz Friday
Enjoy one and a half hours of light coaching and social match play, then celebrate with a glass of prosecco! A perfect blend of sport, fun, and relaxation. Start the weekend of right!
Growing Stars (8 to 9 years old)
For young players ready to level up their skills. Sessions develop rallying, teamwork, and fundamental technique while keeping things fun and engaging through mini matches and challenges
Junior Padel 11+
Fun introduction to Padel for players aged 11+
Ladies Morning
A one and a half hour, coach-led session designed for women of all levels. The first hour focuses on coaching and skill development, followed by 30 mins of friendly, structured match play — a great mix of learning, fitness, and fun.
Matchplay Session
An adult matchplay padel session led by a coach involves structured, competitive games where players apply techniques and strategies in real-time. The coach provides guidance, feedback, and tactical advice to help improve performance and decision-making on the court.
Paired Americano
Friendly competition where you enter as a pair and play against all other pairs. Men's Ladies or Mixed pairings welcome. Maximum 6 pairs. The person that enters pays for him/her and their partner. Add your partner's name to the message box when booking your pairing.
Individual Coaching
We offer coaching for individuals
An individual coaching lesson can be anything from one to 3 people
Member rate for one to 3 members, total price of £50 per hour
(if anyone is not a member, the non-member rate will apply)
Non-member rate for one to 3 members, total price of £60 per hour
To reserve your lesson, please contact Danny on 07812441981
How to Play
Need a Padel Racket?
Members and non-members can hire a racket for £2
If you fancy purchasing your own in our club shop, members may hire one for a demo for free, non-members for £5