Become a LTA Padel Instructor
A five day, high impact training programme designed to grow the game - and the people who coach it.
Padel is expanding at record speed. Players are joining. Courts are opening. Demand for quality coaching is rising everywhere. This qualification turns that momentum into opportunity - by preparing instructors who can deliver exceptional , inclusive and adaptable group coaching from day one.
What the course offers
5 days of training
- 4 days of core learning (Essential training every candidate complete during the first 4 day of the course)
- 1 elective day (Choose one of two optional modules , allowing candidates to tailor the course to their interest , future goals or coaching environment)
Across the programmme , coaches will
- Lead and experience real coaching
Take part in , observe and deliver high quality group session in a supportive environment.
- Learn to structure effecitve lessons
Use game based method to design sessions that are engaging , purposeful , and easy for players to follow.
- Build strong communication skills
Develop clear demonstrations , simple explanations and constructive feedback techniques
- Insert inclusion in every session
Learn how to adapt activities so every player feels welcome , supported , and able to progress
- Understand tactics and technique
Explore the LTA tatical and technical development frameworks to coach the essentials with openness and confidence.
What you're qualified in
On completion , LTA padel instructors are trained in
- Compeititon organisation
- Safeguarding
Coaches also recieve
- All Padel Xpress lesson plans
- Supporting videos and resources
This ensures they can deliver a complete beginner programme immediately and consistently
Why this qualification matters
The demand for padel coaching is growing rapidly. This course creates instructors who can
- Deliver enaging inclusive group sessions
- Support player developement from day one
- Strengthen club programmes with high quality coaching
- Contribute to the long term growth of the sport
It's a clear , confident pathway for anyone looking to coach padel at a professional standard.
The course was led by brilliant tutors, who gave us all the best knowledge in order to represent padel in the best way. Tactical and technical frameworks were communicated well and the environment created was super fun yet studious. Not only my knowledge of the tactics of the game improved but also my confidence and skill level in matches post the course. I wish it was double the length. very excited for the level 3 to be out
The LTA Padel Instructor Qualification is a five day course, consisting of four days of core training and one elective (from a choice of two).
This qualification is designed to equip candidates with the skills and confidence to deliver excellent group lessons for both adults and juniors on a single court.
During the course you will:
- Experience, observe, and deliver high quality coaching in a group lesson
- Learn how to structure a padel lesson using game-based methodology
- Develop the communication skills to allow you to communicate effectively with players
- Discover how to integrate inclusion into every aspect of your coaching sessions
- Explore the LTA Tactical and Technical Development Frameworks to learn the fundamentals of tactics and techniques
On completion of the course, LTA Padel Instructors are formally trained in:
- Competition Organisation
- Safeguarding
You will also receive all lesson plans and videos to allow you to deliver Padel Xpress.
Training:
- The LTA Padel Instructor course consists of five days of face-to-face training, separated by a minimum of four weeks. This allows time for eight hours work experience and coursework completion.
- There are four days of core training and one day of elective. Core and elective training is booked (and paid for) on the LTA Course Search Tool.
Coaches can choose from one of the two elective options: Coaching Kids Padel or How to Coach the Double Glass.
Assessment
- Final assessments are conducted during a real-life lesson of your choice, at a padel venue of your choice. For more details please see the Assessments page.
For optimal course quality and impact, the LTA Padel Instructor has prerequisites to ensure that the course demands are aligned with your existing knowledge and skills. For LTA Padel Instructor, these are:
- Successful completion of the LTA Padel Instructor Readiness Test or have a current ranking within the top 100 of the LTA Padel Rankings. The Readiness Test can take up to two weeks to be assessed once submitted - please allow sufficient time for this when signing up for the course.
- Be LTA Accredited or hold a DBS/PVG Enhanced Check with Child Barred List certificate applied for in the past 12 months through LTA/Tennis Scotland (volunteer certificates cannot be accepted). A DBS can be accepted if you are on the Update Service - see here for more details. Please note that it may take at least eight weeks for a DBS to be processed and you must hold a valid DBS certificate upon booking.
- Candidates must fully complete five training days (core and elective) and all coursework tasks before they can book their final assessment. The elective day can be completed before, during or after the core training.
- Hold a valid First Aid certificate of competence - this is to ensure you are safe to practice upon qualifying.
Secure your spot today.
- Qualification Training is booked (and paid) via LTA Coach Development Centres (our official external training provider network).
- Qualification Assessment is booked (and paid) via the Course Search Tool.
- For specific costs, dates and venues in your area please visit the Course Search Tool.
The LTA is committed to ensuring that our qualifications are accessible for all, which is why it is vital that all candidates, where possible, outline any reasonable adjustments/or special considerations you may require prior to attending the course.
To outline to the LTA and Course Tutor the additional support needs that you will require on this course in order to maximise your learning, please fill out our Reasonable Adjustment and Special Consideration form below:
The final decision made by the LTA Reasonable Adjustment and Special Consideration Requests panel will be made within 14 working days of submission and cannot be challenged.
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