The APPT (Asia Pacific Padel Tour) Bali 2026 stop runs 8-10 May 2026 in Ubud at the Jungle Padel courts. The event features amateur and elite divisions for men, women and mixed doubles, with categories from Bronze (beginner) through Gold (advanced) and the elite APPT PRO draw. Entry fees range from IDR 750,000 (Bronze, two-match guarantee) to IDR 2,500,000 (PRO division). The Bali stop forms part of the broader APPT calendar with events across Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and beyond. The APPT Season Pass lets players compete in multiple legs at a discount. Register via asiapacificpadeltour.com. Last updated: April 2026.
What Is the APPT?
The Asia Pacific Padel Tour (APPT) is the region’s first professional padel tour. It’s the highest level of organised competitive padel in Asia, designed to give players a pathway from local clubs to professional recognition across the continent. We follow the APPT Bali calendar closely and cover every confirmed event below.
Events run throughout the Asia-Pacific region, but Bali has become one of the APPT’s flagship stops. If you’re serious about taking your padel to the next level - whether as an amateur competitor or as a semi-professional player - APPT events are where that happens.
APPT Bali 2026: The Event
Dates: May 8-10, 2026
Categories: Amateur and Elite divisions for men, women, and mixed doubles
Tour status: Part of the broader APPT 2026 calendar, which includes stops across Asia
This is a significant event on Bali’s padel calendar. Players from across the region converge in May to compete, network, and benchmark their game against some of the best amateur and professional players in Asia Pacific.
Understanding APPT Categories
The APPT offers two main competitive levels, each with distinct formats and player profiles.
Amateur Categories
These are for players who haven’t turned professional or who compete as amateurs. You’ll find a mix of serious intermediate and advanced players here. Many are strong local competitors who’ve been playing for 2-3 years or longer.
Amateur divisions include: Men, Women, Mixed Doubles
This is where most Bali-based players compete. If you’ve got tournament experience and a solid game, this is your division.
Elite Categories
Elite is for professional and semi-professional players. These are the best players in the region - people who are either playing padel full-time or sponsorised to compete.
Divisions include: Men, Women, Mixed Doubles
Watching Elite matches is worth the trip alone. The speed, precision, and tactical play are on another level.
How APPT Differs from Local Tournaments
You might be wondering: why APPT instead of the NOX Cup or Bali Padel Open?
The NOX Cup and Bali Padel Open are excellent tournaments, but they’re local. APPT is regional and carries official tour rankings. A strong result at APPT builds your standing across Asia, opens doors to other APPT events, and can lead to sponsorship or professional opportunities.
APPT events are also more structured and formalised - they follow standardised rules, professional refereeing, and set match formats. If you’re testing your game at a higher level, APPT is the proving ground.
For most players, the choice is simple: compete locally at BPA, NOX Cup, or Bali Padel Open for fun and community, or step up to APPT if you want regional recognition.
APPT Season Pass: Competing Across Multiple Events
The APPT offers season passes for players who want to compete across multiple tour events throughout the year. A season pass gives you access to all APPT stops on the calendar.
If Bali’s APPT event is your entry point into the professional circuit, a season pass might make sense if you’re planning to travel to other APPT events in the region (Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, etc.).
Check the APPT website for current season pass pricing and benefits - these details vary by year.
How to Register for APPT Bali 2026
Registration for APPT events opens via the official APPT website: Asia Pacific Padel Tour
First, visit the APPT website and navigate to the Events section.
Find the Bali 2026 event (May 8-10) and click to register.
Next, create or log into your APPT account.
Select your category (Amateur or Elite, and the format: Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, or Mixed).
Pay the entry fee. Fees vary by category and format - check the APPT website for current pricing.
Finally, confirm your registration and mark your calendar.
Note: APPT typically has registration deadlines 2-4 weeks before the event. Don’t wait until the last minute - early registration is usually cheaper and guarantees your spot.
APPT Ranking and How It Works
One key difference between APPT and local tournaments is that APPT results contribute to official tour rankings.
Every match you play at APPT earns points based on the level of competition (Amateur vs Elite) and how far you progress. These points build your APPT ranking, which is visible across the tour and becomes part of your competitive record.
For players seriously considering the pro circuit, APPT rankings matter. They’re used to seed future events, attract sponsorship interest, and establish credibility in the regional scene.
Casual players and amateurs compete for the fun of it and the prestige of an APPT result on their CV. Either way, playing APPT is a milestone.
Previous APPT Bali Events
Bali has hosted APPT events before, including the APPT Open Bali 2025 and the APPT Bali Simply Padel Challenger. The 2026 edition builds on this successful history.
Past events have drawn quality fields and produced competitive, memorable matches. The 2026 event is expected to be even larger, with more players and more hype around the tour.
What to Expect at APPT Bali
If you’ve played in local Bali tournaments but never an APPT event, here’s what’s different:
Professional atmosphere: There will be official referees, scorekeepers, and tournament staff. Matches are run to strict time limits and official APPT rules.
Higher intensity play: Everyone competing is serious about their game. Expect quicker rallies, tighter tactics, and fewer unforced errors than local tournaments.
Spectators and media: APPT events often attract spectators, Instagram coverage, and local media interest. You might find your match being watched or photographed.
Networking: You’ll meet players from across Asia. This is a massive opportunity to build connections in the regional padel community.
Logistics and Format
Schedule: Matches run on a fixed schedule. You won’t have casual warm-up time - you’ll be called to court and expected to start on time.
Format: Most APPT events use draw-based brackets (like tennis) rather than round-robin. Depending on your draw, you might play 1-3 matches, then you’re either through or out.
Atmosphere: The vibe is professional but still fun. Remember, everyone’s there because they love padel - the community side doesn’t disappear just because the stakes are higher.
Is APPT Right for You?
If you’ve been playing padel in Bali for 6+ months, compete regularly in local tournaments, and have a solid understanding of doubles strategy, APPT Amateur is worth considering.
You don’t need to be ‘elite’ level to enter Amateur. You just need to be ready to play against serious, experienced players.
Start with a local tournament to test the waters, then graduate to APPT if you want the extra challenge and the regional profile that comes with it.
Either way, stepping up to APPT Bali 2026 is a big moment in any Bali padel player’s journey. Whether you play in it or spectate, May 8-10 is worth keeping on your calendar.
