About Course
The VPA Certified Padel Coach (VPA-CPC) is the official coaching qualification for aspiring padel coaches in Vietnam. Designed and accredited by the Vietnam Padel Association (VPA), this program provides comprehensive training in coaching methodology, player development, match strategies, and industry standards. Completion of this certification is a mandatory requirement for those seeking to coach professionally in Vietnam.
What Will You Learn?
- Coaching Techniques & Player Development – Learn how to structure training sessions, develop players' technical and tactical skills, and adapt coaching methods for different skill levels.
- Game Strategy & Match Analysis – Understand key tactical concepts, shot selection, positioning, and how to analyze matches to improve player performance.
- Biomechanics & Injury Prevention – Gain knowledge of padel-specific movements, footwork efficiency, and injury prevention techniques to ensure player safety and longevity.
- Communication & Coaching Ethics – Develop effective communication skills, leadership qualities, and ethical coaching practices to create a positive and professional coaching environment.
Course Content
Program overview and information
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Before you begin
Module 1 – Basic concepts
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Padel equipment and accessories
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Basic techniques in padel
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Continental grip
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Forehand eastern grip
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Backhand eastern grip
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Grip changes and two-handed backhand grip
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Basic Padel Knowledge
Module 2 – Methodologies
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Game-based methodology
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Analytical methodology
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Mixed methodology
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Student types and methodology selection
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Planning and structuring the programs
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Build exercises based on methodologies
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Analyze – Adapt – Execute Lesson Plan
Module 3 – Throwing and planning
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Feedback
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Basket throwing
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Free throwing
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Throwing alternatives and special resourses
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Individual lessons
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Group lessons
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Warming-up
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How to make a base planning depending on the player’s level: Begginer
Module 4 – Backwall strokes I
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Forehand stroke without wall analysis
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Exercises to correct forehand stroke without wall
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Backhand stroke analysis
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Exercises to correct backhand strokes
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Side wall stroke analysis
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Exercises to correct side wall
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Back wall stroke analysis
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Exercises to correct back wall strokes
Module 5 – Backwall strokes II
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Open double wall stroke analysis
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Exercises to correct open double wall stroke
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Closed double wall stroke analysis
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Exercises to correct the closed double wall stroke
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Serve analysis
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Return analysis
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Lob analysis
Module 6: Net strokes
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Forehand volley analysis
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Backhand volley analysis
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Exercises to correct forehand and backhand volley
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“Bandeja” to back wall analysis
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Exercises to correct “bandeja” to back wall
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“Bandeja” to side wall analysis
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Exercises to correct “bandeja” to side wall
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Smash analysis
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Exercises to correct smash
Module 7: Tactical situations
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Tactic basic concepts
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External situations to the match
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The fridge
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Basic tactics to play at the net
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Basic tactics when you lose at the net
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Basic tactics to win the net
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Back wall basic tactics
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Basic tactics for starting the point
Module 8: Social media, video-analysis and contracts
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Use of social media for padel coaches
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Technological tools: video analysis in lessons
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Selection of the coach and how to hire him/her
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Organization chart of a club and communication
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Legal context and types of contract for the Spanish legal framework
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Success case 1: Club Padel Training
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Success case 2: Club Vita10
Module 9: Extra content: Physical preparation and children’s Padel
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Physical capacities applied in padel
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Physical preparation exercises
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Kid’s padel
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Kid’s padel exercises
