Luxury resort COMO Maalifushi in Maldives is holding an exclusive padel tennis coaching camp in partnership with the Spain-based Rafa Nadal Academy from October 20-26, 2024, at the recently-launched court nestled in its tropical retreat.
Under the expert guidance of Rafa Nadal Academy coaches, participants will master padel fundamentals, enhancing their skills, and improve technique, agility, and endurance, and overall fitness through tailored workouts. "We are excited to offer our guests this exclusive opportunity to learn from the best in padel tennis on our brand-new court that we just opened this year,” said Mohamed Sobah, General Manager of COMO Maalifushi. “This camp highlights our commitment to providing unparalleled experiences. Our guests can look forward to an exceptional blend of professional coaching from the team at Rafa Nadal Academy amidst the breath-taking beauty of the Maldives.” The padel tennis camp with Rafa Nadal Academy is a part of the Group’s COMO Journeys which are intimate travel experiences rooted in mastery. These journeys encourage discovery, contemplation, compassion, open-mindedness, and ultimately personal transformation. Padel is a challenging and fast-paced racket sport that combines elements of tennis, squash, and badminton. Whether an experienced player or new to the sport, guests will experience personalised coaching, professional tips, and intensive training sessions, all against the stunning backdrop of the idyllic Maldivian paradise, a statement said. "We are so excited to bring our training methodology to a unique and beautiful location," said Maribel Nadal, Co-Director of the Rafa Nadal Academy. "We look forward to providing guests with an unforgettable experience set in the Maldives." The six-day event will see coaches from the Rafa Nadal Academy provide padel training sessions tailored for all skill levels, with sessions available daily from 7 am to 10 am and 5 pm to 7 pm. There will also be padel sessions for children, offering fun and friendly activities to help younger guests develop a feel for the ball and improve hand-eye coordination. Guests will also be able to engage with Anabel Medina Garrigues in a ‘COMO Conversation’. The former world number 16 and 2008 Olympics tennis doubles silver medallist will share insights into her illustrious career and her experience of the game both on and off the court. Additionally, participants can enjoy a BBQ lunch on Lavadhoo with Garrigues, the academy team, and fellow guests.
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