Padel in the Netherlands: The Sport Taking Over 2026

The Netherlands has caught the padel bug. With over 600 courts and counting, padel is now the fastest-growing sport in the country. From Amsterdam to Eindhoven, new clubs are opening every month. Here is everything you need to know.

Why the Netherlands Loves Padel

The Dutch sports culture is built on accessibility and community - exactly what padel offers. Unlike tennis, you can pick up padel in minutes. The smaller court means less running but more strategy. And because it is always played in doubles, it is inherently social.

Where to Play

Major cities now have multiple padel clubs:

• Amsterdam - Padel City, The Padellers, PlayTomic locations
• Rotterdam - Padel010, Rotterdam Padel Club
• Utrecht - Padel Utrecht, The Padel Club
• Eindhoven - Padel Eindhoven, Racket Club

Most clubs offer walk-in sessions and beginner clinics. No membership required to start.

What You Need

The beauty of padel is its simplicity. All you need:

• A padel racket - the most important investment. The Catar Cottega Carbon C is designed for players who want power and control in one package.
• Comfortable athletic wear - breathable, flexible, and built to move. Our Performance collection works perfectly on court.
• Indoor court shoes - grip matters on the artificial grass surface
• Padel balls - similar to tennis balls but with less pressure

Beginner Tips

Five things every new padel player should know:

1. Use the walls - they are part of the game, not obstacles
2. Stay at the net - controlling the net wins points
3. Communication with your partner is everything
4. Placement beats power - especially as a beginner
5. The serve is underhand - focus on accuracy, not speed

The Culture

Padel is more than a sport in the Netherlands - it is a lifestyle. Post-game drinks, weekend tournaments, and a community that welcomes everyone. It fits perfectly with the Catar Cottega philosophy: train with intention, move with purpose, and never settle for average.

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