Improve flat smash technique, power, positioning, and grip.
Key takeaway from our Guru
How can I hit a more powerful flat smash in Padel?
To hit a more powerful flat smash, focus on being close to the net, getting underneath the ball for a high contact point, using a Continental grip for pronation, maintaining a 90/90 elbow position, and utilizing the 'yo-yo effect' for added speed.
What this lesson covers
This covers the flat smash and how to improve it. Coach Sven explains key technical points like positioning and grip, highlighting the benefits of the continental grip for power. He also introduces interesting concepts like the yo-yo effect for generating more speed without using brute strength. It gives you actionable tips to work on specific elements of your smash.
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Added on Apr 2, 2026
How To Do The Flat Padel Smash #Padeltips
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This video explains why the flat smash is easier than the kick smash! I will also give you some pointers on how to smash faster without using any strength, because you don’t need any. You actually hit faster when your muscles are relaxed! If this video was any help, please like and subscribe to help us reach more people! Let's get 13K subscribers this month! - Would you like to learn more? Become a Otro Nivel channel member or special member, support us and become better! 👊🏼 Click & join ➠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrMuJTshdLiaUmbYJy8lSkA/join ~ Also find us on: Our Facebook group ➠https://www.facebook.com/groups/padeltips Our Facebook page ➠https://www.facebook.com/0tronivel 👊🏼 Become a supporter ➠https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/0tronivel ~ Our instagram page ➠https://www.instagram.com/0tronivel/ Sven's instagram page ➠https://www.instagram.com/svenboele/ Sven's tiktok➠ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZScj6vNr/ ~ Best playlists: Padel Tips https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpEMQGAKiBXu0t3SreOefrFD4X9Gd7Ex_ Padel Tests https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpEMQGAKiBXvckqPCb18a7UMCctv0j2MC
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