Bali offers padel coaching at several venues including Mouratoglou Tennis Center, Bali Padel Academy (BPA, NOX-certified), Bam Bam Padel, Liga.Tennis and the Rodri Ovide Academy. Options range from private lessons (IDR 500,000-1.1M per hour) and group sessions (IDR 200,000-450,000 per person) to intensive multi-day camps and structured term programmes. Coaching is available for all levels from complete beginners to competitive players, with bilingual instruction at every major academy and certified coaches across the network. Most venues book via Playtomic. Last updated: April 2026.
Quick Answers to Your Questions
Getting started with padel coaching in Bali is easier than you might think. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your technique, Bali’s coaching landscape has grown dramatically in 2026. Let’s cut straight to the four questions we hear most.
Where can I get padel coaching in Bali? Currently, you have six dedicated coaching centres - Bali Padel Academy (BPA) in Canggu, Mouratoglou Tennis Center at Kula Mani, Bam Bam Padel in Ubud, Jungle Padel across 8 island locations, Island Sports Club with multiple venues, and Liga.Tennis with group classes and a Junior Academy.
Each brings its own methodology and atmosphere.
Padel Lesson Costs and Academy Options
For a broader overview of coaching options, see our guide to padel coaching centres across Bali. If you are interested in coaching as a career, we also cover how to become a padel coach and how to find the right coach in Bali.
How much do padel lessons cost in Bali? Typically, group clinics range from around IDR 200,000 per person in a group of four up to IDR 1,100,000 per hour for private one-on-one sessions with a head coach. BPA charges IDR 100,000 per person for a 60-minute court slot (IDR 150,000 for 90 minutes), separate from coaching fees.
Island Sports Uluwatu charges approximately IDR 400,000 per court for residents and IDR 520,000 for visitors - check directly for current rates. Beginners can start cheaply - City Padel offers courts from around IDR 90,000.
What are the best padel academies in Bali? BPA stands out as the international headquarters of NOX Future Academy, with world-renowned NOX Method coaching. Mouratoglou offers premium facilities and Patrick Mouratoglou’s methodology. Bam Bam specialises in family coaching with a kids academy. Jungle Padel provides certified coaches across eight locations for flexibility.
Can I learn padel in Bali as a complete beginner? Yes. Island Sports offers a dedicated Padel 101 programme for beginners.
Jungle Padel’s locations are described as “the best place to go if you want to learn something new” by players. Most venues offer racket rental (from around IDR 40,000) and welcome newcomers with group lessons starting from around IDR 200,000 per person.
The Padel Coaching Bali Landscape - What You’re Really Getting
Bali’s padel coaching scene has matured significantly. You’re no longer choosing between a handful of options - you’re selecting from six major coaching networks, each with different philosophies, price points, and specialties.
The island now supports over 89 padel courts across 20+ venues. But not all courts equal coaching. What matters for serious improvement is having access to certified, experienced coaches who understand your goals. Some venues focus on social play and weekend warriors. Others operate academies.
When you look at the coaching landscape, you’ll see two distinct tiers. The premium tier includes BPA (with NOX Method certification), Mouratoglou (with international coaching methodology), and Bam Bam (with Spanish-trained pros). The accessible tier includes Jungle Padel’s distributed coaches, Island Sports’ structured beginner programmes, and Liga.Tennis’s community-focused classes.
What unites them? All the major coaching centres now use video analysis (Pushit cameras, or coaching staff with mobile recording), structured progressions, and focus on both technical and tactical development. The days of ad-hoc coaching are behind us.
Academy Profiles - Finding Your Fit
We’ve profiled each of Bali’s six major coaching centres. Use this section to match your goals, budget, and location preference to the academy that works for you.
Bali Padel Academy (BPA) - The NOX Method Pioneer
BPA is the international headquarters of NOX Future Academy. If you want to train using the same methodology that developed world champion Agustin Tapia, this is where it happens.
The NOX Method was created by Pablo Crosetti, former head coach of the Barcelona academy. Crosetti trained Tapia from age 12 through to world championship level. The method combines tactical and technical instruction with game-situation simulation - you’re not just drilling, you’re building match awareness.
Every BPA coach is NOX-certified. The facility gives you 7 courts built to international-standard spec, with a centre court featuring a 200-spectator gallery. Court rental is IDR 100,000 per person for 60 minutes, or IDR 150,000 for 90 minutes. Racket rental adds IDR 40,000.
BPA also functions as a tournament hub and community. You’ll find the BPA Open (Indonesia’s biggest padel tournament), weekly Americano format tournaments, a pro shop stocked with NOX equipment, restaurant, infinity pool overlooking rice fields, sauna, ice bath, and kids playground. Location: Canggu.
Best for: Serious players seeking structured improvement, competitive tournament players, anyone who values the NOX training lineage.
Mouratoglou Tennis Center Bali - Premium Everything
Mouratoglou is built on the global reputation of Patrick Mouratoglou, who coached Serena Williams and founded the flagship academy in France. The Bali centre sits at Kula Mani among rice fields and brings that same premium positioning.
You get 3 semi-indoor padel courts alongside 7 tennis courts and 3 pickleball courts. Coaching uses the Mouratoglou methodology - technical instruction combined with mental strength training and long-term performance development. All levels from complete beginners to competitive players.
The facilities justify the premium positioning: 2 fully equipped gyms, physiotherapy studio, spa, swimming pool, jacuzzi, ice and hot baths, sauna, restaurant, café, VIP and players’ lounges. If recovery and holistic coaching matter to you, the integrated approach here is unmatched.
Specific coaching prices aren’t verified, but position Mouratoglou as a high-end choice. Think of this as the sports resort approach to coaching - you’re not just getting lessons, you’re embedding yourself in a coaching ecosystem.
Best for: Players willing to pay for premium facilities, players serious about mental game development, anyone combining holiday with intensive coaching.
Bam Bam Padel - Family-Friendly Spanish Expertise
Bam Bam Padel in Ubud is family-owned by a Belgian mother-and-son duo who built something unique: a place where kids, beginners, and competitive players all thrive together.
The pro coaching team blends Spanish and Bali expertise. Individual lessons cost IDR 950,000, whilst group lessons run IDR 300,000 - 450,000 per person.
The facility includes 5 fully covered courts (all-weather), Pushit cameras on every court for instant replay analysis, recovery spa with dry sauna, steam bath, ice barrels at 10 and 4 degrees, and a canteen café with homemade gelato.
Bam Bam’s kids academy runs September through June with monthly membership options. Children under 15 receive a 50% discount on court share, making family coaching accessible. Location: Ubud, just 5 minutes from the centre.
The Pushit cameras deserve emphasis - every court is set up for video coaching, which dramatically accelerates learning because you can immediately see what you’re doing wrong.
Best for: Families, kids, players preferring a relaxed but serious atmosphere, players in Ubud looking for Spanish-trained instruction.
Jungle Padel - Distributed Excellence
Jungle Padel operates 8 island locations (7 on Bali mainland plus Lembongan), making this the most geographically accessible coaching network.
Locations include Pererenan, Canggu, Ubud, Kerobokan, Seseh, Kedungu, Sanur, and Lembongan. Each venue features at least 2 outdoor courts with weather protection, café, changing rooms, and pro shop. Pererenan has 4 high-quality panoramic courts.
Every location has certified coaches available for private and group lessons. Jungle Padel runs Nations League tournaments and regular competitions, creating community beyond just coaching. They’ve also built a dedicated mobile app for booking (available on App Store).
Hours are 7am to midnight daily, which is rare for padel in Southeast Asia. The late-night option accommodates hot climate schedules.
Pricing varies by location (not centrally fixed), so expect to inquire directly. The trade-off: distributed network means you get local convenience over premium facilities.
Best for: Players seeking geographic flexibility, those based outside the Canggu/Ubud corridor, late-night players, tournament-minded groups.
Island Sports Club - Beginner-to-Competitive
Island Sports operates multiple locations (Canggu/Berawa, Cemagi, Uluwatu, Gili Trawangan) with a specific strength: the Padel 101 programme designed purely for beginners.
If you’ve never picked up a padel racket, Padel 101 walks you through fundamentals, grip, basic shots, and court positioning. It removes the intimidation factor. Beyond that, Island Sports offers private and group lessons for all levels.
Facility quality varies by location, but Uluwatu (4 panoramic courts) and Canggu/Berawa (3 panoramic courts plus fitness centre, indoor golf, recovery centre with sauna, ice bath, jacuzzi, rooftop pool, restaurant, sports bar, pro shop) are particularly strong.
Court rental at Uluwatu is approximately IDR 400,000 per court for residents and IDR 520,000 for visitors - check directly for current rates.
The community vibe at Island Sports is welcoming and inclusive. You’re as likely to find holiday-makers as committed players.
Best for: Complete beginners, players prioritising comfort and amenities, those in the Uluwatu or Canggu/Berawa areas.
Liga.Tennis - Group Classes and Junior Development
Liga.Tennis operates multiple locations (Umalas, Seminyak, Sanur, with additional locations in Nusa Dua, Uluwatu, Ubud) focused on group classes, private coaching, and Junior Academy development.
They’ve deliberately kept barriers low - no membership required. Book via their app whenever you want to play. Court rental starts from IDR 150,000 per hour (Sanur pricing), with memberships available at IDR 1,500,000 per month if you want unlimited access.
Sanur is Liga.Tennis’s most developed padel location with 4 doubles courts (3 indoor, 1 outdoor), 5 tennis courts, 2 pickleball courts, gym, pool, sauna, and café. The Junior Academy here provides structured junior development alongside adult classes.
Best for: Players wanting flexibility without commitment, parents looking for junior coaching, group-lesson focused players.
Padel Coaching Bali Costs Compared - The Real Numbers
Coaching fees in Bali vary dramatically based on format (group vs. private), venue, and coach certification. Here’s the transparent breakdown of what you’ll actually pay.
What This Table Really Means
The biggest variable is whether coaching is bundled with court cost. BPA charges per-person court rental (IDR 100,000 for 60 min), so group coaching gets folded into that shared cost. Bam Bam separates them clearly: IDR 950,000 individual lesson plus court rental on top. Jungle Padel and Island Sports vary by location.
For budget-conscious learners: City Padel (Denpasar) offers courts from around IDR 90,000 without structured coaching. You can book a court, find casual players, and learn through social play. This works better than you’d think if you’re patient.
For serious improvement: Expect IDR 300,000 - 950,000 per coaching session depending on group size and venue. That’s roughly $19 - $60 USD at current exchange rates - affordable compared to Western coaching.
For pure structured learning: BPA’s NOX Method and Island Sports’ Padel 101 represent the most methodical approaches, and both are available within this price range.
Coaching Styles Explained - NOX vs Mouratoglou vs General
Not all coaching philosophies are the same. Bali’s two major methodologies - NOX and Mouratoglou - represent fundamentally different approaches to improvement. Here’s how they differ and why it matters.
The NOX Method (BPA)
The NOX Method was developed by Pablo Crosetti, who built the Barcelona academy and trained Agustin Tapia from childhood to world championship level. It focuses on game situations, not isolated drills.
Instead of hitting the same forehand volley 50 times, NOX coaches set up realistic match scenarios - opponent at net, ball coming hard, you’re forced to hit under pressure. You learn tactics alongside technique because they’re inseparable.
The method emphasises understanding why you hit each shot (defensive volley vs. attacking poach vs. drop), positioning relative to your partner and opponents, and reading game flow. Video analysis is built in - coaches film your play and show you exactly what worked and what didn’t.
This approach suits players who want to understand padel deeply and improve rapidly. It’s less comfortable for pure beginners who just want to hit the ball, but becomes effective once fundamentals are solid.
The Mouratoglou Methodology
Patrick Mouratoglou’s approach integrates technical instruction, mental strength training, and long-term performance development. It’s holistic - your serve technique matters, but so does your confidence under pressure, your ability to stay focused when losing, and your physical recovery.
Mouratoglou coaching typically includes structured warm-up, technical work on specific strokes, tactical development, and mental coaching. The emphasis on “long-term performance development” means coaches are thinking about your trajectory over weeks and months, not just your technique in a single lesson.
This methodology suits players willing to invest time and money in a comprehensive system. It’s particularly strong for anyone combining intensive coaching (multiple sessions weekly) with serious competitive aims.
General Coaching at Other Venues
Most other Bali venues (Jungle Padel, Island Sports, Liga.Tennis, Bam Bam) offer coaching that’s less formally branded but still professional. Coaches focus on stroke mechanics, footwork, positioning, and gradual progression.
These coaches are certified and often bring years of padel or tennis experience. They’re less likely to use video analysis, structured mental training, or tournament-level tactics - but they’re excellent at building fundamentals and making padel fun.
For beginners and social players, this is sufficient. You’ll improve, build bad-habit awareness, and enjoy learning. You don’t need the NOX Method to get good at padel - you need it if you want to compete seriously.
How to Choose the Right Coach - Your Decision Tree
Coaching choice depends on four factors: your goals, budget, location, and current level. Work through these to narrow down.
First: What are you trying to achieve? If you’re targeting tournaments and serious competition, BPA’s NOX Method or Mouratoglou’s integrated approach is worth the premium. If you want to enjoy padel, improve gradually, and play with friends, Island Sports or Jungle Padel will serve you better.
Second: What’s your budget? If cost is primary, start with group lessons at IDR 300,000 - 450,000 (Bam Bam, Jungle Padel) or explore City Padel’s budget-friendly courts (from around IDR 90,000) where you’ll learn through playing. If budget isn’t a constraint, Mouratoglou or intensive NOX coaching is available.
Third: Where do you spend most time? If you’re based in Canggu, BPA is obvious. For those based in Ubud, Bam Bam or Jungle Padel Ubud. If you move around, Jungle Padel’s 8 locations give you flexibility.
Fourth: What’s your current level? Complete beginners should prioritise Island Sports’ Padel 101 or Jungle Padel (known as beginner-friendly) over jumping into competitive coaching. Intermediate players can jump into any venue. Advanced players should consider BPA (NOX Method) or Mouratoglou (tournament preparation).
Group vs Private Lessons - Which Is Better?
This is the question we hear constantly. The honest answer: group lessons are better value, private lessons accelerate improvement, and the best solution often combines both.
Group Lessons: The Case For
Group lessons cost around IDR 200,000 per person in a group of four, whilst private lessons with a head coach run up to IDR 1,100,000. That works out at roughly 1/5 the price for lessons with 3 - 4 other players - powerful value if you are learning fundamentals.
You’ll learn alongside other people at similar levels. That’s actually powerful - you see others make mistakes, correct them, and benefit from coaching that’s not directed at you personally. The social element makes padel sustainable.
Group lessons work particularly well if you’re learning fundamentals (grip, basic shots, footwork, positioning). Coaches can teach the same thing to everyone.
Private Lessons: The Case For
Private coaching is entirely focused on you. The coach sees your specific weaknesses, addresses them immediately, and tailors progression to your goals.
If you have a particular technical flaw (terrible backhand, weak net game, poor positioning), private coaching eliminates it far faster than group lessons. You get personalized feedback every 30 seconds instead of every 3 minutes.
Private lessons suit players who’ve mastered fundamentals and want to reach intermediate or advanced levels. They’re also valuable before tournaments if you want to work on match strategy.
The Hybrid Approach (Recommended)
Start with group lessons (cheaper, social, builds confidence). Once you’ve got solid fundamentals, add private lessons to accelerate progress on specific weaknesses. Some players book one private lesson monthly alongside weekly group play - that’s cost-effective and sustainable.
If you’re serious about improvement: 2 - 3 group lessons per week + 1 private lesson monthly is a realistic structure. If you want to reach competitive level: 2 private + 2 group weekly for 8 - 12 weeks, then reassess.
Kids and Junior Coaching - What’s Available in Bali
Bali’s junior padel coaching has expanded significantly. You’re no longer teaching kids informally - there are structured academies now.
Bali Padel Academy (BPA) - Youth Programmes
BPA hosts junior coaching within their main facility (7 courts, Canggu). The facility has a kids playground and family-friendly atmosphere. Coaching is available for young players interested in structured development.
Details on age groupings and specific junior pricing aren’t verified, so contact BPA directly.
Bam Bam Padel - Kids Academy
Bam Bam’s kids academy runs September through June with monthly membership options. This is specifically designed for children - the family-owned venue prioritises making padel accessible to younger players.
Children under 15 receive a 50% discount on court share, which significantly reduces participation cost. The Belgian-Spanish coaching team brings experience with children’s sports development.
Best for families based in Ubud or regularly visiting Ubud during the September - June term.
Liga.Tennis Junior Academy
Liga.Tennis operates a dedicated Junior Academy with group classes and structured progression. Available at their Sanur location (4 dedicated courts, indoor facility).
Liga.Tennis’s approach is community-focused with no membership required - you can try a few junior classes before committing. This reduces barrier to entry for families exploring whether their child enjoys padel.
General Availability
Most Bali venues can accommodate junior players in group lessons, even without formal academies. Jungle Padel, Island Sports, and others are flexible - it’s worth asking about youth-focused sessions.
Coaching for kids tends to be more play-focused than adult lessons, which is appropriate. You’re building sport love first, technique second.
Coaching for Complete Beginners - Where to Start
You’ve never played padel. You might have played tennis or picked up a racket once at a resort. Bali’s coaching landscape welcomes you - but some venues are better entry points than others.
Island Sports’ Padel 101 is designed exactly for this moment. It’s structured for zero-experience players, teaches you the fundamentals (what’s a padel court dimensions, how to grip, basic shots, scoring), and builds confidence. This is the lowest-anxiety entry point.
Jungle Padel locations, especially the Canggu and Ubud venues, are flagged by players as “beginner-friendly” and “the best place to go if you want to learn something new”. Coaches at Jungle actively help newcomers find appropriate lessons and build skills gradually.
Bam Bam’s group lessons (starting at IDR 300,000) welcome beginners and have the family-friendly vibe - you won’t feel out of place learning basics alongside kids and casual players.
What to Expect in Your First Padel Coaching Bali Session
A beginner lesson covers grip, basic forehand and backhand shots, serving fundamentals, basic positioning, and scoring. You’ll probably play a light match or drill at the end. Lessons are 60 minutes, which is plenty for beginners - you’ll be tired and need that recovery time.
What to bring: Court shoes (or ask the venue what’s required), water, towel, sunscreen for daytime play. Most venues rent rackets (from around IDR 40,000), so you don’t need to buy one yet.
Key mindset: Padel is forgiving for beginners. The court is enclosed, the ball bounces less than tennis, and serves are underhand (much easier to learn). You’ll hit decent shots within 30 minutes. Everyone remembers being a beginner - expect patience from your coach and other players.
