€ 55,00
We would like to invite you to the Bandeja Padel Tournament at Padelcasa in Utrecht on Saturday, December 19! 🎾
🗓️ Date: Saturday, December 19
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Locomotiefstraat 10D, 3534 BK Utrecht
❌ This tournament does NOT count towards your KNLTB ranking, so you do NOT need a ranking or KNLTB membership to participate.
📈 Levels: Beginner (approx. KNLTB 8/9), Intermediate (approx. KNLTB 6/7) and Advanced (approx. KNLTB 4/5).
During the group stage, we divide the Beginner category into level 8 and level 9 where possible, so the matches are more competitive and enjoyable. We apply the same principle to the other categories.
Please only register for a level if you actually have the corresponding ranking or are confident that your playing level matches the category. We want to keep the level within each category as accurate and competitive as possible.
Not sure which category you belong to? No problem — let us know and we’ll help you choose the level that suits you best. Send us an email at info@padelspijkers.nl.
You can find a detailed explanation of the different levels below.
You will play all your matches within the level you registered for.
Each match lasts 30 minutes. Everyone plays at least a group stage consisting of 3 × 30-minute matches.
After the 1.5-hour group stage, there will be 30-minute semi-finals followed by a 30-minute final for each category. We also organize consolation rounds.
💰 Price: €55 per team (€27.50 per person).
👫 Teams: You will play all your matches with the same partner you registered with.
🏆 Prizes: The winners of each category will receive some great prizes!
The match schedule and additional information will be sent by email one day before the tournament.
Times may vary slightly depending on the number of registrations.
This level is comparable to KNLTB 8/9 and a Playtomic rating of approximately 1–2.
You have been playing padel for a few months, approximately 1–2 times per week, or you have been playing irregularly for around 6–12 months. You may also have some previous experience with another racket sport.
You are able to play the basic shots, such as forehands, backhands, volleys and serves.
After serving, you usually stay towards the back of the court, and many points are played from the back of the court. Similar to tennis, you and your partner usually switch sides when serving.
This level is comparable to KNLTB 6/7 and a Playtomic rating of approximately 2.5–4.
You already have a good amount of playing experience and play at least once a week. You are practising shots such as the bandeja, vibora, bajada and chiquita and are starting to gain more control over these shots.
You have good control of the basic shots, including forehands, backhands, volleys and serves.
Tactically, you are developing a better understanding of the game. After serving, you immediately move towards the net and try to maintain the net position.
During the service game, the net player stays on the same side of the court. When returning serve, you try to take over the net position by playing a lob or chiquita.
You also pay attention to your opponents’ positioning and use this to decide where to play the ball.
This level is comparable to KNLTB 4/5 and a Playtomic rating of 4+.
You have plenty of playing experience and play at least twice a week. You regularly participate in tournaments and competitions.
In addition to having strong control of the basic shots, you are comfortable with padel-specific shots such as the bandeja, vibora, bajada and chiquita.
You are also capable of hitting winners with a kick smash or power smash and occasionally even hit the ball out of the court.
Tactically, you have a strong understanding of the game. You know how to build a point effectively, vary the pace during rallies and choose the right moment to attack and finish the point.
