Intermediate drills

Bandeja recovery drill

A padel drill for improving bandeja control, court position, and recovery back to the net.

Padel racket and balls on a court
Run the drill, record a clip, and review the result.

The bandeja is only useful if it helps you keep good court position. This drill connects the shot to the recovery that follows it.

Setup

Start near the net. Your partner lobs over your dominant shoulder. Play a controlled bandeja deep into the opposite corner.

How to run it

  • Move back early
  • Prepare the racket before the ball drops too low
  • Hit with control rather than maximum pace
  • Recover toward the net immediately after contact
  • Repeat for 8 to 12 balls

Progression

Add a live point after the bandeja. This tests whether your recovery position is good enough to handle the next shot.

How to use Padel Coach App

Upload a clip and check whether the feedback mentions timing, contact point, or recovery path. Use the session log to note what improved.