Book courts, sign up for matches, and join our community.
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Download the Nettla app.
Book a court.
Everything at Smash Padel is booked through the Nettla app.
Get access to courts, coaching, matches and more, all from your phone.
Step 1 – Download the app.
- Download Nettla from the App Store or Google Play.
- Open the app and set up an account by entering your name, email and date of birth.
- Add the Smash Padel venue you’d like to play at to your list.
Step 2 – Book a court.
- Choose a date and time, and then select a court.
- To set up a match you will be prompted to complete a player profile.
Step 3 – Select booking type.
- Choose between a court booking, public match or private match.
- Court bookings are friendly games that do not count towards your rating, and you can play with anyone of any level.
- Choose either ‘pay your part’ or ‘pay full cost’.
Step 4 – Check and confirm.
- Check the details of your booking are correct.
- You can use the invite icon to ask other players to join.
What you can do on Nettla.
Once you're set up, Nettla lets you:
Create and join court bookings, public matches and private matches
Explore and join group coaching activities
Book private coaching sessions
Buy memberships and point bundles
Message other players in the app
Set your level and track your progress
Levels explained.
Nettla uses a levelling system that adjusts automatically over time, based on match results, peer feedback and how reliable your data is (how many matches you've played and how recently). Once your starting level is set it cannot be changed manually, so the system stays fair for everyone. If you think your starting level was entered incorrectly, email us and a coach or club admin can adjust it.
The levels, one to seven
Nettla uses a 1.00 – 7.00 scale, with categorical descriptions to help players understand where they currently stand in their padel journey:
1.00 – 1.49 Newcomer
You’ve tried padel once or twice, or never played before, and you have little to no experience in other racket sports.
1.50 – 2.49 Beginner
You understand the basics and can rally slowly, though accuracy and handling faster shots might still be a challenge. You’re becoming more aware of playing with a partner, moving into position, and starting to explore how to use the walls. Your main focus is improving consistency and gaining confidence.
(or) you have medium to high level of other racket sports background, even if you have not tried padel yet.
2.50 – 2.99 Improver
Has moved beyond the beginner stage and can rally with better control and accuracy. This player is getting used to match situations, gaining rhythm and an early game sense. They are experimenting more confidently with walls and positioning, but are not yet fully consistent or tactical in their play.
3.00 – 3.49 Improver +
You’re building better control in rallies and starting to handle match situations with more confidence. You use the walls more naturally, understand positioning better, and are developing stronger consistency, timing, and tactical awareness.
3.50 – 4.49 Intermediate
You can rally at a steady pace and are increasingly comfortable using the walls. Your shot placement is improving, and you’re starting to apply basic tactics, like forcing errors and opening up space. You’re also getting familiar with playing on both sides of the court. You feel confident in friendly matches and are working on developing variety and sharper decision-making.
4.50 – 5.49 Intermediate +
You play with purpose and accuracy, using smart shot choices and tactical awareness. You’re able to adjust your positioning, anticipate your opponents’ play, and apply pressure with well-timed lobs, drop shots, and volleys. You have the ability to playing on both sides of the court and can hold your own in competitive games while continuing to refine your control and movement.
5.50 – 6.49 Advanced
You have strong technical ability, controlling spin, pace, and placement with confidence. You have a solid physical ability and move efficiently on court, make strategic decisions under pressure, and work closely with your partner to control points. You use the walls instinctively and compete in regional tournaments hosted by official federations.
6.50 – 7.00 Expert
You’re among the top players in your country. Your technique is precise, your mental focus is consistent, your physical ability is strong, and you read the game at a high level. You control rallies, dictate the tempo, and regularly compete in high-level or elite tournaments with strong results.
