Court Dimensions
What is a Court Dimensions in padel?
Standard padel court: 20m × 10m, enclosed with glass and mesh.
Definition
A regulation padel court measures 20 metres long and 10 metres wide (66 ft × 33 ft), enclosed with solid glass at the back and fence mesh on the sides. The court is divided by a net at 0.88 metres (standard tennis net height). The enclosure is a defining feature, enabling wall play and rebounding tactics unique to padel.
Origin: English: 'court dimensions', the FIP-regulated measurements.
When to use it
Every padel facility must meet these dimensions for official tournament play; casual courts may vary slightly.
Common questions
Why is a padel court half the size of a tennis court?
The smaller court emphasizes net play and rally consistency; it makes the sport more accessible and tactical than baseline-heavy tennis.
Can I play on a non-regulation court?
Yes, socially. But tournament play requires FIP-approved dimensions and surface standards.