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Bristol gets its first padel courts
The fastest growing sport in the world can now be played in Bristol.
Four purpose-built padel courts have been built at Lockleaze Sports Centre which gives anyone the chance to play the sport that is a cross between tennis and squash.
Padel4All promise that their latest centre offers “ultra-modern facilities in a fun, inclusive and friendly environment”.
is needed now More than ever
Bristol’s first padel centre in Lockleaze has four indoor courts
And that was certainly the vibe on on a recent afternoon, which saw beginners take their first lesson on one court while more advanced players competed on another.
All padel games are doubles, which always makes the sport a sociable occasion; with the Lockleaze centre having sofas to chill out on between matches.
The official launch event for Padel4All Lockleaze is September 24, where there will be a day of celebrity padel matches, activity and entertainment.
For more information, visit www.padel4all.com/lockleaze
Padel4All offers social and matchplay sessions, community and schools outreach, leagues and events, and adult and junior courses
The four courts at Lockleaze have brightness controlled LED floodlighting and Mondo artificial turf technology
Racket hire is available as well as a custom fitting racket centre
One-hour Intro to Padel sessions at Lockleaze cost £5 per person
All photos: Martin Booth
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