Padel
We now offer 2 padel courts, uncovered, illuminated and overlooked by the clubhouse viewing balcony. The arrival of padel aligns brilliantly with our commitment to developing a vibrant sports community at grass roots level.
Padel
We now offer 2 padel courts, uncovered, illuminated and overlooked by the clubhouse viewing balcony. The arrival of padel aligns brilliantly with our commitment to developing a vibrant sports community at grass roots level.
Padel is a fast growing sport that appeals to all ages and abilities. Easy to play and easy to learn, it’s a fusion of squash and tennis, played on an enclosed court with 4 players using solid bats rather than strung rackets. The glass walls can be used for play (like squash) and rallies are often much longer than tennis. Strategy and placement is often more important than athleticism and power so physical ability does not guarantee victory!
Membership Update
We’re currently reviewing the Gold / Silver / Bronze membership structure (and associated charging, both for subscriptions to the Gold level, and court pricing more generally). We plan to provide updates as soon as possible.
For now, all gold members are to be moved on to a fixed renewal cycle, with annual subscriptions applying from 1st May each year. This means that in future everyone’s subscription will come up for renewal on that date. In the meantime, existing and any new members will pay a pro-rata charge as and when their personal renewal date comes up, up to the end of April 2026.
If you have any questions relating to Padel Section membership, please contact Tom Rawstorne at padelmembershipmsc@gmail.
Marden Padel Club
The padel courts at Marden in rural Kent provide a pleasant environment for all players, amid an attractive, family-friendly and welcoming multi-sports setting. Our facilities include spacious parking, changing rooms and, of course, the popular clubhouse bar. Enjoy a post-game refreshment on the wraparound viewing balcony and plan your next game.
We offer a developing range of padel coaching, social sessions, member sessions and sessions for beginners, intermediates and beyond. The best way to get started is to download the app via one of the links below, register and book a court. Alternatively message George, the Padel Chair, on padel@mardensportsclub.com and he will advise on how best to get involved.
Book a Court at Marden
For an introductory period, we are offering padel on a straightforward pay as you play basis. No membership.
Padel courts are available 9am-10pm, 7 days a week.
Peak times: Monday-Friday 5pm-10pm
Off Peak times: Monday-Friday 9am-11am and 3pm-5pm, & weekends
Super Off Peak times: Monday-Friday 11am-3pm
Price per hour: Peak – £30 per court, Off Peak – £24 per court, Super Off Peak – £16 per court
Racket hire £3.00
Balls for purchase £6 (tube of 3)
Any queries, please message admin@mardensportsclub.com or call the clubhouse on 01622 822656
Why not download the Marden Sports Club app?
Padel Dashboard
Padel FAQs
Yes, this is definitely a family friendly activity, allowing groups of mixed ages and abilities to play together.
Suitable attire and footwear is imperative. Padel bats can be hired from the clubhouse for a modest fee and padel balls can be purchased. We plan to stock a few bats for purchase.
No. Padel balls are of similar size and weight to tennis balls but are of lower pressure.
The game is intended for doubles, due to the smaller size court (relative to tennis) and higher speed of the game. It’s very hard to cover the court when playing singles.
Yes, we plan to introduce tournaments, Americanos and ladders for those seeking competitive play.
Quite simply, jump in and have a go. We run various sessions and groups that are ideal for beginners. Message padel@mardensportsclub.com and find out the latest info and the best way to get started. Also which of the various WhatsApp groups you may find useful.
We plan to offer padel coaching with a professional partner, to be announced in due course.
It was invented in Mexico in 1969 (though similar games were played on transatlantic cruise ships in the early 20th century).
