Teddy Padel Academy expands internationally

Teddy Padel Academy, the pioneer in early-years sports education, is transforming how children learn padel through music, storytelling, interactive games and custom-engineered youth equipment.

Building on more than 20 years of success from the creators of Teddy Tennis and Teddy Sports World, Teddy Padel brings proven educational methodologies to one of the world's fastest-growing sports.

Global expansion in youth padel education

Teddy Padel Academy's specialised junior curriculum is expanding across key growth markets worldwide. In Europe, it has hit United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal, France, Belgium and Georgia. Over in Middle East and Africa, it has reached United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Egypt and South Africa. In the Americas, the Academy has expanded into Mexico.

The ’see it, hear it, do it’ methodology

Teddy Padel uses a multi-sensory ‘see it, hear it, do it’ methodology that supports different learning styles and accelerates motor skill development through visual storytelling, with characters that teach court positioning and technique, original music and rhythm, using auditory cues that develop footwork and timing, and interactive games to build confidence and keep children engaged.

Engineering the world's lightest junior padel rackets

Teddy Padel Academy has also addressed a major barrier for young players: unsuitable equipment. Following extensive research and real-world trials that began in mid-2022, the company developed a proprietary range of ultra-lightweight junior padel rackets.

Officially unveiled at the Padel World Summit in Malaga on May 2024, the rackets are engineered to reduce strain on developing joints, improve accessibility and racket control, and build confidence through early success on court.

"Our mission is to create positive first sporting experiences for young children," says Alexander Tvaliashvili and Candice Rawlins, co-founders of Teddy Padel. "By combining fun, imagination and expertly designed coaching programmes, we help children develop confidence, coordination and a genuine passion for sport from their very first lesson."

Future outlook: launching the Teddy Padel Academy

As demand for youth padel infrastructure grows, Teddy Padel is preparing to launch the Teddy Padel Academy for players aged 8 and older, creating a pathway from recreational play to competitive sport.