Experience the thrill of padel tennis at COMO Maalifushi with exclusive instruction from the renowned Rafa Nadal Academy from 20th to 26th October 2024. The partnership marks the opening of COMO Maalifushi’s new padel courts, set in the resort’s beautiful tropical paradise.
Participants in this unique retreat will master the fundamentals of padel, improving their skills and overall fitness. Under the expert guidance of Rafa Nadal Academy coaches, participants will push their physical and mental limits through customized training, quickly and effectively improving their technique, agility and endurance.
“We are delighted to offer our guests an exclusive opportunity to learn from the best in padel tennis on our brand new courts, which only opened this year. This camp underlines our commitment to delivering unparalleled experiences,” said Mohamed Sobha, General Manager of COMO Maalifushi. “Guests can expect exceptional professional coaching from the Rafa Nadal Academy team amid the breathtaking scenery of the Maldives, ensuring an unforgettable holiday that blends sport, wellness and luxury.”
This padel camp with Rafa Nadal Academy is part of the group’s COMO Journeys, intimate travel experiences rooted in mastery that encourage discovery, reflection, compassion, heart-opening and ultimately personal transformation.
Padel is a challenging, fast-paced racquet sport that combines elements of tennis, squash and badminton. Whether an experienced player or new to the sport, guests will experience personalized instruction, expert tips and intensive training sessions amid the stunning backdrop of the beautiful paradise of the Maldives.
“We are thrilled to be able to bring our training methods to such a unique and beautiful location,” said Maribel Nadal, co-director of the Rafa Nadal Academy. “We look forward to offering our guests an unforgettable experience set in the Maldives.”
Throughout the six-day event, coaches from the Rafa Nadal Academy will offer padel training sessions tailored to all skill levels, with sessions taking place every day from 7am to 10am and 5pm to 7pm. There will also be padel sessions for children, allowing young guests to develop their ball sense and improve their hand-eye coordination in a fun and friendly activity.
Guests will also have the opportunity to interact with Anabel Medina Garrigues during a COMO Conversation. The former world No. 16 and 2008 Olympic silver medalist in doubles tennis will talk about her illustrious career and her experiences in tennis on and off the court. Additionally, attendees will enjoy a barbecue lunch at Labadou with Garrigues, her Academy team and other guests.
Book a tour to learn from experts at the Rafa Nadal Academy and enjoy the Island Indulgence experience, which includes full-board gourmet meals at Madi Restaurant and Tira Bar, and a selection of beers, wines and cocktails. For more information about the program, online.
