David Lloyd Teesside

David Lloyd Teesside, based at Tees Barrage Way in Thornaby, Stockton-on-Tees, lists Padel among its racquet facilities together with indoor and outdoor tennis, badminton, squash and Pickleball. Three dedicated Padel courts are highlighted on the club’s own website, which also runs a specific ‘Play Padel’ page separate from its general tennis and racquets information. As with other David Lloyd sites, membership gives access to the gym, indoor and outdoor pools, a Spa Retreat and Spa Garden, plus a Clubroom and business hub. Coaching is offered across racquet sports for members ranging from complete beginners to seasoned competitive players.

New to padel? What you need for your first session

Most UK padel venues hire rackets by the hour, so you do not need to buy anything before your first game. Check this club’s booking page for hire availability and prices.

Once you have played a few times and want your own kit, this is the order we would buy in.

• Court shoes first. Clubs hire rackets, they do not hire shoes, and running trainers slide on padel courts. This is the single purchase that most improves your first month. See our best padel shoes for UK players.
• Then a racket. Once your technique has settled you will know whether you want control or power. Start with our best beginner padel rackets, or read how to choose your first padel racket.
• Balls last. Most clubs provide balls for casual sessions. When you start playing regularly, see our best padel balls for UK courts.

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Never played before? Read the rules of padel and how padel differs from tennis before you turn up.

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