Padel Socials are organised group sessions where players can meet new people, enjoy friendly matches and improve their padel skills in a fun, relaxed environment.
Sessions are organised by playing ability, from beginners through to advanced players, so everyone can enjoy games with others at a similar level.
You don't need to organise your own group of four players. Simply book your place through MATCHi, turn up and play! Socials are a great way to build confidence, get more court time and become part of the Padel Logan community.
Courts are open 6:00am to 10:00pm, seven days a week. Sessions are grouped by player level, following the Padel Australia ratings, so you play with people of a similar standard. The timetable is flexible and may vary.
You don't need an official rating. Pick the description closest to how you play now, and read the full guide further down this page.
You don't need to bring a partner or a four. Book your own spot and we put the games together on the night.
You'll play with and against several different people across the session, rather than the same pairing for ninety minutes.
Each session is set to a level band, so the games are competitive rather than lopsided. New to padel? Start with Introduction to Padel.
Our levels follow the Padel Australia Player Rating Guide, so the level you play at here means the same thing anywhere in Australian padel. You don't need an official rating — just find the description that matches how you play now.
For players who are completely new to padel or have only played a handful of times.
You are learning the basic rules, scoring, court positioning and fundamental shots. Serving, returning and maintaining a rally are still developing, and you may have limited experience playing the ball after it rebounds from the glass.
You belong here if: you're still learning the game and developing the basic skills needed to comfortably play a match.
For players who have moved beyond their first few games and understand the basics of how padel is played.
You can serve, return and participate in rallies, particularly at a slower pace. You're developing greater consistency and beginning to understand doubles positioning, moving towards the net and using the glass.
You belong here if: you understand the game and can play points and short rallies, but you're still developing consistency, positioning and confidence.
For regular beginner players who are becoming comfortable playing full matches.
You can consistently keep the ball in play at a slow to medium pace and have greater control over your serve, return and groundstrokes. You're beginning to use volleys, overheads and the glass as part of your game and have a better understanding of doubles positioning.
Accuracy and consistency may still decrease when rallies become quicker or you're placed under pressure.
You belong here if: you can comfortably play a full match and maintain rallies, but you're still developing accuracy, shot selection, glass play and consistency at higher speeds.
For established players who can play confidently and consistently at medium pace.
You have a good understanding of doubles positioning, can defend using the glass and are comfortable transitioning between the back of the court and the net. Your volleys and overheads are becoming reliable, and you're beginning to construct points rather than simply keeping the ball in play.
You can maintain consistency as rallies become quicker and more competitive.
You belong here if: you're comfortable in all areas of the court, understand positioning and basic tactics, and can consistently compete with other experienced club players.
For strong and experienced club players who can play consistently at a faster pace.
You are confident defending with the glass, have effective net play and can use volleys and overheads reliably. You understand how to construct points with your partner, anticipate play and transition effectively between defensive and attacking positions.
At the upper end of this level, players can create winners, force errors and maintain control during faster, more competitive rallies.
You belong here if: you're a strong intermediate player who can compete consistently at higher speeds, construct points tactically and use a broad range of attacking and defensive shots.
The Padel Australia Player Rating Guide continues beyond these levels into Advanced, which generally applies to highly experienced competitive and tournament players. As there are currently fewer players at that standard, we do not run a separate Advanced category. Advanced players are of course welcome — book a court and organise matches against players of a similar standard.
Not sure which level you are? Start with the one that best describes your current ability. If you're regularly one of the strongest players in your group, it may be time to move up.