Padel coach who helps players read the game and level up faster. Writes for PadiQ about technique, the 0–7 level scale, and finding matches that actually play even.
Articles by Dolor
GuideThe history of padel: who invented it and where
Who invented padel, when, and where: the full origin story from Acapulco 1969 to today's global boom.
BeginnerHow to play padel: rules and a beginner's guide
How to play padel: the rules, scoring, serve and wall play, explained plainly for beginners getting started.
GuidePadel court: dimensions, cost, and how to build one
Padel court dimensions, wall and net heights, and honest cost ranges to build one — for players and clubs.
ComparisonPadel vs pickleball: what's the difference?
Padel vs pickleball compared: padel uses glass walls and a tennis-style court; pickleball is wall-free on a smaller court.
CompetitorPadiQ vs Playtomic: booking vs matchmaking
They solve different problems. Playtomic books the court; PadiQ matches the players into a balanced 2v2. Here is when to use which.
CompetitorPlaytomic alternative: find padel partners at your level
Playtomic books the court. The harder part — finding three players who actually match your level — is what PadiQ solves.
BeginnerWhat is padel? A complete guide to the sport
What is padel? A racket sport played in doubles on an enclosed glass court — here's how it works and why it's growing fast.
LevelPadel levels explained: the 0–7 scale
What each padel level actually means for your game — and how to read yours honestly.
BeginnerHow to find padel partners at your level
Why the group chat keeps failing you — and a faster way to fill a balanced four.
FormatAmericano vs Mexicano: which padel format to run
The two social formats explained — when each one shines and how the scoring differs.