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Padel Analysis
Upload a clip of your bandeja, volley, or wall play and get an AI read on what to fix first, plus the drills to fix it.
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Padel analysis on SwingVantage breaks down your strokes from a single phone video — the bandeja, volleys, the vibora, and wall rebounds — and gives you one prioritized fix, drills, and a retest. Free from any phone.
Step by step
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Record one stroke
Film the shot you want feedback on — a bandeja, volley, or a ball off the back glass — from the side, in good light, with your whole body in frame.
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Upload and choose Padel
Open the Padel page or the Upload screen, select Padel, and drop in your clip.
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Get your prioritized read
You get a plain-language breakdown of contact point, swing shape, and positioning, led by the single change that will help most.
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Work the drills
Each fix comes with drills for the overhead game, volleys, and reading the walls.
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Retest
Upload a fresh clip later and compare to confirm the fix is sticking.
What padel analysis does
It turns a single video of your padel stroke into a clear, prioritized plan — what is working, what is costing you points, and the one change to make first.
It understands the shots that make padel its own game: the bandeja, the vibora, volleys, and balls played off the walls.
What it looks at
- Bandeja and overhead technique — contact point, swing shape, and control.
- Volley mechanics and body positioning at the net.
- Reading and handling balls off the back and side glass.
- Footwork, balance, and court positioning.
Problems it helps with
- An inconsistent bandeja that floats or sits up.
- Volleys that lack control or depth.
- Getting handcuffed by balls off the wall.
- Poor positioning that leaves gaps for opponents.
Who it’s for
Recreational and competitive padel players, parents, and coaches who want a fast, consistent second opinion — no sensors, just a phone.
How accurate is it?
Every result that comes from watching your video is a confident, well-reasoned starting point — not a lab measurement. Treat it like a sharp-eyed coach giving you their read, then confirm it on the range or court.
Accuracy depends on what you give it. A clear, well-lit, side-on video of a full swing produces a far better report than a dark, cropped, or partial clip.
When the analysis is unsure, it tells you so rather than inventing a number. Honesty over false precision is a core principle.
Your video and your privacy
Your swing is yours. To generate a report, frames from your video are sent securely to our AI analysis provider — that is what reads your body positions and motion.
We do not sell your data and we do not run ads. Your sessions are tied to your private account and synced across your devices so you can pick up where you left off.
You can review, export, or delete what you create from the Data center at any time.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of video gives the best results?
Film from the side (down-the-line or face-on), in good light, with your whole body and the full swing in frame. Hold the phone steady or prop it up. A 3–10 second clip of one swing is ideal — you do not need slow motion.
Can it analyze my bandeja?
Yes — the bandeja is one of the most-requested padel shots. Film a few and choose Padel. See the dedicated bandeja guide for focused drills.
Does it understand wall play?
Yes. Reading and handling balls off the glass is unique to padel and is part of the read. See the wall-rebound technique guide for more.
Do I need special equipment?
No — just your phone. No racket sensors or special cameras required.
Can it tell if I’m improving?
Yes — retest. Upload a fresh clip later and SwingVantage compares it to your earlier one so you can see whether the fix took hold, instead of guessing.
Is it free?
Yes — you can analyze a swing for free, no equipment beyond your phone required. Some advanced tools and history depth are part of a paid plan, but the core "see your one fix" experience is free to try.