You’ve Tried Padel – Now Make Racketball Your Next Sport in 2026

If you’ve already jumped on the padel tennis craze, you know how addictive racket sports can be. But if you’re craving something faster, more intense, and even more dynamic, Racketball is the natural next step. Think of it as padel’s high-energy cousin – played indoors, played fast, and played with zero downtime. Here’s why racketball deserves a spot in your racket-sport rotation.

1. A Faster, Higher-Intensity Workout

Padel is fun and tactical, but racketball turns your workout dial up to 11. With no pauses, no waiting for the ball to bounce twice, and no off-court resets, racketball gives you a full-body workout in under an hour. You’ll sprint, twist, lunge, and react non-stop. If you loved the movement in padel, you’ll love the intensity here.

2. Easy to Learn (Especially If You’ve Played Padel)

Padel players slide right into racketball with ease. The basic skills -timing, racket control, quick footwork -translate beautifully. The game is simple to understand, but the angles and strategies offer endless depth. It takes minutes to start having fun but years to master – perfect for those who like to keep pushing!

3. Indoor Play Means All-Year Access

One of padel’s downsides is dependence on weather if outdoor or covered courts – even if its inside it can be pretty chilly. Rain, wind, cold, extreme heat -they all shut it down. Racketball? Always indoors, always climate-controlled, always consistent. No cancelled games. No waiting for courts to dry. Just pure play.

4. Walls on All Sides = More Creativity

If you enjoy the use of walls in padel, racketball will take that joy to another level. You can hit – off the back wall, off the side walls, or even bank combos.

You’ll feel like you’re playing three-dimensional padel.

5. Stress Relief on a Whole New Level

Padel is satisfying because of the rallies. Racketball is satisfying because you get to absolutely blast the ball. It’s loud, it’s fast, and it feels amazing -especially after a long day.

6. Lower Cost to Start

Good news: switching from padel to racketball doesn’t require expensive gear. All you need is a racket, ball, protective eyewear and non-marking shoes
That’s it. No pricey rackets or bespoke padel courts. Unlimited play is included in Rackets Membership at Exeter Golf and Country Club. 

7. Perfect for Players Wanting a Competitive Edge

If you enjoy the competitive side of padel, racketball gives you more: more pace, more reaction time, more technical challenges, and more strategic depth through angles and shot selection. You’ll get fitter and sharper.

8. Shorter Games Fit Busy Schedules

Padel matches can run long. Racketball games? Often just 10–20 minutes. Quick match during lunch? Easy.

9. A Natural Next Step for Racket-Sport Lovers

Padel gives you fun rallies and social play. Racketball adds intensity, speed, and indoor reliability. If you love padel, racketball will make you fall in love with racket sports all over again.

Ready to Level Up From Padel?

You’ve mastered one of the world’s trendiest racket sports – now experience one of the most adrenaline-packed: racketball.