All three sports are played with a racket and a ball, but the experience is significantly different. If you're just starting out, this will help you choose.
Tenis
Classic, large court (23.77 × 8.23 m for doubles), long rallies, technically the most demanding. Play relies on forehand/backhand technique; serve is crucial. Playing as a complete beginner is frustrating; the first months are spent in lessons with a coach. Physically more about endurance than explosive power.
Padel
A smaller court (20 × 10 m) surrounded by glass walls, always played with four players. The racket is perforated without strings, the ball is slower. A beginner can play a meaningful match after the first hour; the technique is simpler. Physically dynamic (short sprints, reactions). In Praha, explosive growth since 2023.
Squash
The smallest court (9.75 × 6.4 m) has four enclosed walls and is played one-on-one. It is very fast and physically brutal, one hour of squash equals approximately 900 kcal. Technically less complex than tennis, but the most physically demanding of the trio. A classic in Praha for decades, with a dense network of facilities.
Comparison in the table
| Tenis | Padel | Squash | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of players | 2 or 4 | 4 (always) | 2 |
| Technical complexity | High | Low | Medium |
| Fyzika | Vytrvalost | Dynamika | Maximum |
| Price (per curtain) | 300-700 Kč | 480-600 Kč | 200-400 Kč |
| First match | In a few weeks | Hned | Hned |
Koho to bude bavit
- Looking for a sport where you can quickly play a match with friends? Padel.
- Do you have patience and want equipment that will last a lifetime? Tenis.
- Are you looking to get fit but don't want to bother with learning how? Squash.
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