Smash Padel Whitstable

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Welcome to Smash Padel Whitstable, where we believe in the power of sport to bring people together! Our vibrant community is dedicated to making Padel accessible and enjoyable for everyone, whether you're a complete beginner, have played a few times or are a seasoned player. At Smash Padel, we offer a range of engaging sessions, including our popular Intro to Padel and PADELXpress programmes, designed to help newcomers learn the game in a relaxed and supportive environment. With our experienced coaches, you'll quickly grasp the basics and start playing games while meeting fellow enthusiasts. Join us for social events, friendly matches, and a chance to connect with like-minded individuals. We provide the equipment, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm! Come be part of our growing community and discover the joy of Padel in beautiful sea side town of Whitstable. We can't wait to welcome you!

• Google rating

  5

  Based on 89 ratings

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  Vanessa Oakes

  Jun 2026

  An absolutely brilliant club and amazing staff, with accessible sessions for young people with disabilities. Smash, Whitstable is leading by example when it comes to inclusion, and their passion for making sport welcoming for everyone really shows .

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  L K

  May 2026

  I can’t mirror the positive other reviews, as my experience as a complete beginner was honestly humiliating, and I won’t be returning. After a difficult few months personally, I wanted to try something new and booked a beginner session with Marianne. I was nervous and made that clear at the reception when I arrived, and was reassured about her as a coach which made me feel I was in good hands. Unfortunately, within the first 5–10 minutes, during the initial warm-up and in front of other players, it became clear that wasn't the case, and wouldn't be accommodated that day. Despite booking a basic beginner session, I was told almost immediately that I’d be given a refund without any real reason why, I'd only just started warming up! They tried to suggest one of their taster sessions instead. The way it was handled felt dismissive and uncomfortable - I was even asked if I'd get upset...as I was being told I’d have to leave. It all happened so quickly that I didn’t fully process it at the time, but when I got home it really hit me how unfair the whole situation was. And yes, I did get upset. Being singled out and dismissed like that, especially in front of other players not at a much higher level than myself, felt unprofessional and completely undermining - particularly for someone trying something new! I don’t usually leave reviews unless I feel I have to, and this is one of those times. It may say more about the coaching than it does about me, but based on this experience, I wouldn’t recommend this place to beginners at all. So be wary if you have little to no experience, it's probably not for you.

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  Hannah Arnold

  Apr 2026

  Phenomenal venue great part of the community so welcoming and amazing that they are hosting 2 special needs intro sessions. Thanks for being an amazing part of the community

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  Jaygm

  Apr 2026
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  Audrey Meade

  Mar 2026