Tournament Padel Club Laren – Laren – 19 June

We would like to invite you to the Bandeja Padel Tournament at Padel Club Laren on Friday, June 19 🎾

🗓️ Date

Friday, June 19

⏰ Time

7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

📍 Location

Schuilkerkpad 2, 1251 SC Laren, Netherlands

📈 Levels

This tournament does NOT count towards the KNLTB ranking, so you do NOT need a ranking or membership.

We play in the following levels:

• Beginner (KNLTB 8/9)
• Intermediate (KNLTB 6/7)
• Advanced (KNLTB 4/5)

Within the beginner category, level 8 and level 9 players are split during the group stage to ensure more balanced and enjoyable matches. This approach is also applied to the other categories.

Not sure about your level or ranking? No worries — we will help you determine what suits you best.
A detailed explanation of the levels can be found below.

🎮 Format

• Each match lasts 30 minutes
• Group stage: 1.5 hours (3 × 30 minutes)
• Followed by per level:
  • Semi-final (30 minutes)
  • Final (30 minutes)
• There are also consolation rounds for teams that do not advance

💰 Costs

€50 per team (€25 per person)

💪 Prizes

Winners of each category will receive great prizes

👥 Teams

You will play all matches with the same partner you registered with

ℹ️ Additional Information

• Match schedules and further information will be sent by email one day before the tournament
• Times may vary slightly depending on the number of registrations

Level Explanation

Bandeja Padel – Level: Beginner

Comparable to KNLTB 8/9 and Playtomic 1–2 (+/-).

You have been playing for a few months, about 1–2 times per week, or have been playing irregularly for 1–2 years.
You may have experience with another racket sport.
You master the basics: forehand, backhand, volleys, and serve over the net.

After your serve, you usually stay at the back of the court, and many points are played from the back.
Just like in tennis, you and your opponent switch sides during service.

Bandeja Padel – Level: Intermediate

Comparable to KNLTB 6/7 and Playtomic 2.5–4 (+/-).

You already have solid playing experience and play at least once per week.
You practice shots such as the bandeja, vibora, bajada, and chiquita, and are gaining more control over them.
You have good control of the basic techniques.

Tactically, you are improving:

• After your serve, you move forward to the net and try to maintain that position
• The net player does not switch sides during the service game
• When returning, you try to take over the net using a lob or chiquita
• You observe your opponent’s position and decide your shot accordingly

Bandeja Padel – Level: Advanced

Comparable to KNLTB 4/5 and Playtomic 4+.

You have extensive experience and play at least twice per week.
You regularly participate in competitions and tournaments.

In addition to the basic techniques, you have strong control over padel-specific shots such as:

• bandeja
• vibora
• bajada
• chiquita

You can hit winners with a kick smash or power smash — sometimes even out of the court.

Tactically, you are very strong:

• You build points intelligently
• You vary the pace during rallies
• You choose the right moment to finish the point