We are excited to invite you to the Bandeja Padel Tournament in Rotterdam at @clubpadel_rivium on Sunday, 31 May🎾
Here are all the details you need to participate:
🗓️ Date: Sunday, 31 May
⏰ Time: 11:00 – 17:00
📍 Location: Rivium 3e Straat 7, 2909 LH Capelle aan den IJssel
📈 Skill level: Beginner (KNLTB 8/9) and Intermediate (KNLTB 6/7). The beginner category will be split into level 8 and category 9 during the group phase to ensure more balanced and fun matches.
Not sure about your ranking? We’ll help you find the right level.
This tournament does not count towards your KNLTB ranking, and you do not need a ranking or KNLTB membership to participate.
A detailed explanation of the levels can be found below.
🏆 Format:
Each match lasts 30 minutes.
- Group stage: 1.5 hours (3 x 30 min)
- Semifinals: 30 minutes
- Finals: 30 minutes (separate finals for each category)
- There will also be consolation rounds
💰 Entry fee: €50 per team (€25 per person)
🏆 Prizes: The winners of both categories will receive great prizes.
👫 You will always play with your registered partner throughout the tournament.
Expect a day full of sportsmanship, fun, thrilling padel matches, and great background music! 💪
Match schedules and further details will be sent via email one day before the tournament.
Match times may slightly vary depending on the number of registrations.
Skill Level Explanation
Bandeja Padel – Beginner Level
Equivalent to KNLTB ranking 8/9 and Playtomic ranking 1 – 2 +/-
You have been playing for a few months, around 1-2 times per week, or have been playing irregularly for 1-2 years with some racket sports experience.
You can hit forehands, backhands, volleys, and serves over the net.
After serving, you tend to stay at the back of the court. Points are mostly played from the backcourt.
During service, you and your opponent switch sides, just like in tennis.
Bandeja Padel – Intermediate Level
Equivalent to KNLTB ranking 6/7 and Playtomic ranking 2.5 – 4 +/-
You have considerable playing experience and play at least once a week.
You are practicing advanced shots such as the bandeja, vibora, bajada, and chiquita and are beginning to gain control over them.
You can reliably hit forehands, backhands, volleys, and serves.
You are developing a tactical understanding of the game. After serving, you immediately move towards the net and try to maintain the net position.
During service, the net player does not switch sides.
When returning, you try to gain net position by playing a lob or chiquita. You also analyze your opponent’s positioning to determine where to place your shots.