Padel & Squash Coaching FAQs
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Booking and Availability
I play at a club you have’d listed as a venue, can you coach me at my local club?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
As there are lots of clubs opening, of course I will try and accomodate, but ideally the venue needs to be relatively close to Swindon and happy for external coaches to be there. There are lots of great coaches around, I work with lots of them, infact lots of them refer players to me once they reach an advanced stage.
Reach out to me on Whatsapp, I'm sure we can sort something out.
How do I see live availability and book?
Online booking is still being finalised. For current availability, send Calli a WhatsApp message with your sport, preferred venue, current level and suitable days or times.
What information should I include in my WhatsApp enquiry?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Please include your sport, current level, preferred venue and the type of session you are looking for. If you have particular goals or days that suit you, add those too. Calli can then confirm the best current options, availability and price on WhatsApp.
How quickly will Calli reply to an enquiry?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
For current availability and a reply timeframe, please message Calli on WhatsApp.
Can I request a regular weekly coaching slot?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
You can ask Calli about a regular weekly slot. Availability can vary, so message Calli on WhatsApp with your sport, level and preferred venue to discuss the current options.
How far ahead can I arrange a session?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
You can arrange a session by messaging Calli on WhatsApp with your sport, level, preferred venue and ideal dates. Current availability and the best option will be confirmed directly with you.
Can I book coaching for somebody else?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Please message Calli on WhatsApp with the sport, preferred format and venue. He can confirm the best current option for coaching someone else.
What happens if weather affects an outdoor padel session?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
If weather affects an outdoor padel session, please message Calli on WhatsApp. He can confirm the current options and whether an alternative arrangement is possible.
How will online booking work when it launches?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Online booking is coming soon. It is expected to make it easier to explore coaching options, but the exact process has not yet been confirmed. For now, message Calli on WhatsApp with your sport, level, preferred format and venue, and Calli will confirm the current options, availability and price before you commit.
Can I enquire by email instead of WhatsApp?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes—email Coach Calli is available. For the quickest response on current options and availability, WhatsApp is recommended.
Equipment and Preparation
Can you or I video our games and get feedback
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Great question. Many clubs now offer video recording through systems such as CourtMaster or PadX, sometimes with paid AI analysis.
Whenever possible, record your game—or bring your phone and I can help record it for a small, agreed fee. Watch it back and critique yourself first; the biggest improvements often come from the basics:
Bend your knees
Prepare your racket early
Get behind the ball
You may spot more than you expect! If you’d like me to review the video and provide feedback, I’m happy to do so for a small additional charge agreed in advance
Do I need to bring my own racket?
Tell Calli what equipment you have when you enquire. He can confirm what is needed for your chosen sport and venue before the session.
What should I wear for padel coaching?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Wear comfortable sports clothing that lets you move freely, along with suitable court shoes with good grip. If you are unsure what is best for your venue or session, message Calli on WhatsApp.
What should I wear for squash coaching?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Wear comfortable sports clothing you can move freely in, along with suitable non-marking court shoes. If you are unsure what is right for your venue, message Calli on WhatsApp before your session.
Which shoes are suitable for padel?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
For padel, choose padel-specific shoes with good grip and lateral support for quick changes of direction. Avoid running shoes, as they are designed mainly for forward movement and may not give the stability you need on court. If you are unsure what will suit your game or your usual venue, ask Calli on WhatsApp.
Which shoes are suitable for squash?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
For squash, wear non-marking indoor court shoes with good grip and support for quick movement and changes of direction. Avoid running shoes, as they are not designed for squash-court movement. If you are unsure what is suitable for your venue, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Should I bring water and a towel?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
It is best to bring water and a towel. If you are unsure what else you may need for your chosen venue or session, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Do I need protective eyewear for squash?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Protective eyewear is a sensible consideration for squash, particularly in close exchanges or when playing with others. For advice based on your situation, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Can Calli recommend a padel racket?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes—Calli can help you choose a padel racket that suits your game and priorities. Send Calli a WhatsApp message with your level, playing style and any rackets you are considering, and he can advise on the best current option.
Can Calli recommend a squash racket?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes—message Calli on WhatsApp with your playing level, goals and current racket if you have one. He can advise on the best next step for your game.
How should I warm up before a session?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Start with a few minutes of easy movement and gentle hitting to get your body and timing ready. Wear suitable court shoes, bring water, and let Calli know about any injuries or concerns before you begin. For guidance specific to your session, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Getting Started
Do you coach complete beginners?
Yes. Calli coaches complete beginners as well as experienced players. Your first session is adapted to your starting point, confidence and goals.
What happens in my first coaching session?
Calli starts by discussing your experience and goals, then observes how you move and play. You will leave with practical priorities to work on and a clear direction for future sessions.
How do I know whether coaching is right for me?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Coaching can be a good fit if you want to understand your game more clearly, build confidence and make practical improvements that carry into matches. Sessions start from your current level—whether you are building the basics or refining your competitive game—and focus on the biggest opportunity for progress. You will work on clear, useful actions and test them in realistic play, so you know what changed and what to practise next. If you are unsure which format suits you, message Calli on WhatsApp with your sport, level and goals.
Do I need to be fit before I start?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
No. Coaching starts from your current level, including complete beginner. Calli will help you build the essentials through clear, practical steps, so you can develop confidence and know what to work on next. For the best starting option, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Can I come back to the sport after a long break?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Coaching starts from your current level, so you can rebuild confidence and the key foundations at a pace that suits you. Sessions focus on clear, practical changes and realistic play, helping you understand what to work on and carry it into your next match. Message Calli on WhatsApp with your sport, current level and preferred venue to discuss the best starting point.
Can you help if I have never played a racket sport?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Coaching starts from your current level, so no previous racket-sport experience is needed. You’ll work on the essentials through clear, practical actions and build confidence step by step. Message Calli on WhatsApp to discuss the best starting point.
What should I tell Calli before my first session?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Tell Calli which sport you play, your current level, what you want to improve and your preferred venue. It also helps to mention any injuries, concerns or upcoming matches. If you are unsure where to start, just message Calli on WhatsApp and he can help.
How quickly should I expect to improve?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Improvement looks different for every player, depending on your starting point, goals and how often you play and practise. Each session focuses on one clear opportunity, with practical actions you can take into your next match. For advice tailored to you, message Calli on WhatsApp.
How often should I have coaching?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
It depends on your goals, current level and how often you play. Coaching is designed to give you clear priorities and practical habits to work on between sessions, rather than make you dependent on regular lessons. For a recommendation that fits your game and schedule, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Can I book a one-off assessment before committing?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes — a player assessment is available as a starting point. It reviews your current game, clarifies your level and gives you focused priorities for what to work on next. For current options, venue arrangements and availability, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Juniors and Families
What ages does Calli coach?
Adults can enquire directly. For anyone under 18, include the player’s age when contacting Calli so he can confirm an appropriate session, venue and safeguarding arrangements.
Does Calli coach junior padel players?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli is qualified to lead junior padel sessions. For current junior coaching options, venues and availability, please message Calli on WhatsApp.
Does Calli coach junior squash players?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Calli offers personal squash coaching, with sessions shaped around each player’s movement, shot selection and match goals. For junior coaching options, please message Calli on WhatsApp with the player’s age, level and preferred venue.
Does a parent or guardian need to stay during a junior session?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Please ask Calli on WhatsApp to confirm whether a parent or guardian needs to stay during a junior session.
Can siblings or family members train together?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli offers two-to-one and small-group coaching, so siblings or family members can train together. Message Calli on WhatsApp with your sport, levels and preferred venue to discuss the best option.
Are junior group sessions available?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Junior sessions may be available. Please message Calli on WhatsApp with your child’s sport, age, level and preferred venue to check the current options and availability.
What equipment does a junior player need?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
For padel or squash, a junior player will usually need suitable sports clothing, non-marking court shoes and a racket. If they do not have a racket yet, message Calli on WhatsApp to check the best current option for their session and venue.
Can Calli support a junior who wants to compete?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli coaches both adult and junior padel players, including those aiming to compete. Sessions can focus on match tactics, movement, decision-making, pressure routines and the technical skills that hold up in competition. For the best current options, message Calli on WhatsApp with the junior’s sport, level, goals and preferred venue.
How are junior coaching goals agreed?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Junior coaching goals are agreed from the player’s current level and what is happening on court. Calli identifies the key technical, tactical and movement patterns, then focuses on clear, practical priorities that can be used in play. For current junior options, message Calli on WhatsApp.
What safeguarding arrangements apply to junior sessions?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Calli holds current LTA Coach Accreditation, is DBS checked and first-aid qualified. LTA Accreditation requires current safeguarding training and safe-to-practise checks. For any questions about safeguarding arrangements for a specific junior session, please contact Calli on WhatsApp.
Padel Coaching
Can Coach Calli give me an official padel ranking?
No. A Coach Calli assessment is an independent, genuine on-court appraisal and a consistent local benchmark; it does not replace an official LTA ranking or an app's rating. It shows what your current level looks like in real play and identifies what will move it forward.
Is my Playtomic level the same as my LTA padel rating?
No. Playtomic and the LTA use different methods and evidence, so their numbers should not be treated as a direct conversion. Use each rating within its own system and compare your actual on-court standard as well.
What happens in a Coach Calli padel level assessment?
Calli watches how you control the ball, move and recover, use court position and the glass, serve and return, make decisions and work with a partner. You leave with a clear playing-level profile, priorities for improvement and guidance on suitable coaching and match environments.
Why can the same padel rating feel different between clubs?
Ratings are influenced by the local player pool, the number and quality of recorded matches, reliability, self-assessment and club conventions. That means the same label or number can represent a noticeably different on-court standard in Bristol, Swindon or another playing community.
Where does Calli offer padel coaching?
Padel coaching is normally available at Chalk Padel Rushall, Slazenger, Padel4all Basset Down and Future Padel Yate. The weekly pattern can change, so contact Calli on WhatsApp for current availability.
Is padel coaching suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. Coaching can start with the basic court positions, racket preparation, use of the walls and how to work with a partner.
Can experienced padel players work on match tactics?
Yes. Sessions can focus on positioning, transitions, glass play, partnership, shot selection and decisions under match pressure.
Do you teach glass play and rebounds?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes—padel coaching can cover wall confidence, defensive problem-solving and using the whole court. Tell Calli your level and what you find difficult on WhatsApp, and he can confirm the best focus for your session.
Can you help with court positioning and movement as a pair?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes—padel coaching can focus on positioning, movement, communication and partnership, including transition play and building points together. Two-to-one and small-group sessions are available for realistic pair work. Message Calli on WhatsApp to discuss your level, venue and current options.
Do you offer padel match-play coaching?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Padel coaching can include realistic play, partnership work and point construction, helping you apply better positioning, decisions and movement under match pressure. For the best format for your level and group, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Can I book a padel lesson with my regular partner?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Two-to-one padel coaching is available, so you can train with your regular partner and work on movement, communication and partnership in realistic play. Message Calli on WhatsApp with your preferred venue and availability to discuss the best current option.
Are group padel clinics available?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes—small-group padel coaching is available, helping players develop partnership, teamwork and realistic match-play patterns. For current group options, venues and availability, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Can Calli analyse my padel tactics?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli can help you analyse tactical patterns such as positioning, transition play, partnership, point construction, serve and return patterns, and decision-making under pressure. Sessions start by assessing what is happening in your game, then turn the biggest opportunity into clear, practical actions you can use in matches. For the best format and current options, message Calli on WhatsApp.
What padel level does Calli coach?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Calli coaches padel for beginners, developing players and confident competitors. Sessions are shaped around your current level, whether you are building the basics or refining match play. For the best starting point, message Calli on WhatsApp.
How much does padel coaching cost?
The complete price depends on the venue, session format, player numbers and any court cost. Calli confirms the current total before you commit.
Pricing and Payments
How much does coaching cost?
The total depends on the sport, venue, session format, number of players and any court cost. Calli will confirm the complete current price before you commit to a session.
Is the court fee included in the coaching price?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
It depends on the venue, session format, player numbers and any court cost. Calli will confirm the complete current price before you commit—please message Calli on WhatsApp.
Does a shared session cost less per player?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Shared sessions may work out differently per player, but the total cost depends on the venue, format, player numbers and any court cost. Message Calli on WhatsApp for the current price for your group.
Are coaching packages available?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Coaching is available as player assessments, one-to-one sessions, two-to-one coaching and small-group sessions for padel, with personal coaching also available for squash. For current options, prices and availability, message Calli on WhatsApp.
How can I pay for a coaching session?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Please message Calli on WhatsApp for the current payment options. Calli can also confirm the full session price, including any venue or court costs, before you commit.
Are group clinics priced per person?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Group clinic pricing is not confirmed here. The total can depend on the venue, format, player numbers and any court cost, so please message Calli on WhatsApp for the current price and how it is charged.
Do you offer gift vouchers?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Please ask Calli on WhatsApp about gift vouchers and the current options available.
What is the cancellation and rescheduling policy?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
For cancellation or rescheduling options, please message Calli on WhatsApp. He can confirm the current arrangements for your session and venue.
Progress and Performance
Can Calli coach intermediate and advanced players?
Yes. Sessions can focus on technical detail, movement, decision-making, tactics and match performance according to the player’s level and goals.
Can I book one-to-one, paired or group coaching?
The available formats depend on the sport, venue and current programme. Tell Calli who the session is for and what you want to achieve, and he will recommend the most suitable option.
How will Calli assess my current level?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Calli will look at your technical, tactical and movement patterns, then identify the biggest opportunity for progress. You’ll work on it through clear coaching and realistic play, so you leave knowing what to change, why it matters and what to practise next.
Will I receive goals or practice priorities after a session?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. You’ll leave with clear, practical priorities: what changed, why it matters and what to practise next, so you can take the learning into your matches.
Can coaching focus on one specific technical problem?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Coaching can focus on a specific technical issue, then test the change in realistic play so it holds up in matches. Send Calli a WhatsApp message with your sport and what you would like to improve.
Can Calli analyse a match or practice video?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli’s coaching starts by assessing the patterns in your game and turning them into clear, practical priorities. Send Calli a WhatsApp message with your video and what you would like help with, and he can confirm the best option.
How can I practise effectively between sessions?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Focus on one clear priority from your session rather than trying to change everything at once. Use the simple cues and purposeful practice Calli gives you, then test them in realistic play so the change holds up under pressure. For a practice plan tailored to your game, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Can Calli help with confidence under pressure?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli’s coaching uses match-relevant practice to help technique, movement and decision-making hold up when pressure rises. For squash, this can include routines, pressure management and confident decision-making; for padel, it can include positioning, transitions and point construction. Message Calli on WhatsApp to discuss your game.
Can coaching help me prepare for a tournament?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Coaching can help you prepare with match-relevant work on the areas that matter most under pressure. For padel, that could include positioning, transitions, partnership, serve-and-return patterns and point construction. For squash, it may focus on movement, shot selection, tactics, routines and pressure management. Sessions start by assessing your current game, then turn the biggest opportunity into practical actions you can use in play. For current options around your tournament, message Calli on WhatsApp.
How does TRAIN • PLAY • IMPROVE shape the coaching approach?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
TRAIN • PLAY • IMPROVE means coaching that moves from understanding your game to using improvements in real play. First, Calli assesses your technical, tactical and movement patterns. Then, coaching focuses on the biggest opportunity with clear cues and purposeful practice. Finally, you apply the change in match-relevant situations, so it holds up under pressure. You leave knowing what to change, why it matters and what to practise next.
Qualifications and Safety
What coaching qualifications and checks does Calli have?
Calli is an LTA Level 2 Padel Instructor with current LTA Coach Accreditation. He is DBS checked and first-aid qualified. His exact squash qualification will be added after the award details have been confirmed.
What does LTA Level 2 Padel Instructor mean?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
It is a formally assessed, five-day LTA coaching award for leading adult and junior padel sessions. It covers observing players, planning lessons, communication and organisation, and coaching technical, tactical, physical and mental aspects of the game. For you, it means sessions are structured around what is happening on court, with clear actions you can use in match play.
Is Calli LTA accredited?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli holds current LTA Coach Accreditation and is an LTA Level 2 Padel Instructor. For any further details, please message Calli on WhatsApp.
Is Calli DBS checked?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli is DBS checked.
Does Calli hold a first-aid qualification?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli is first-aid qualified.
What is Calli’s squash coaching qualification?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Calli holds an LTA Level 2 Padel Instructor qualification. For details about squash coaching qualifications, please ask Calli directly on WhatsApp.
Does Calli have competitive playing experience?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli is a two-time Wiltshire County Squash Champion and has represented Wiltshire in padel from 2022 to 2026. His coaching draws on competitive experience across both sports.
What padel representative experience does Calli have?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Calli has represented Wiltshire in padel from 2022 to 2026. For more detail about his representative experience, message Calli on WhatsApp.
What squash titles has Calli won?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Calli is a two-time Wiltshire County Squash Champion.
Has Calli coached players overseas?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli was invited to support a 30-player coaching group in Spain in 2025 and has been invited back to coach there in September 2026. For more details, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Squash Coaching
Where does Calli offer squash coaching?
Squash coaching is offered at Wessex Squash Club and Marlborough College. These are Calli’s squash venues; his other listed venues are for padel.
Is squash coaching suitable for beginners?
Yes. Coaching can begin with grip, swing preparation, movement, recovery and the basic patterns that make rallies easier to understand.
Can competitive players work on match performance?
Yes. Sessions can focus on movement efficiency, length and width, volleying, pressure patterns, tactical decisions and match routines.
Can you improve my squash movement and court coverage?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Squash coaching can focus on efficient movement, recovery to the T and better court coverage, alongside shot selection and control under pressure. Sessions are shaped around your current patterns and match goals, with practical work you can take into play. Message Calli on WhatsApp to discuss your level and current options at Wessex or Marlborough.
Do you teach squash match tactics?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Squash coaching can cover match tactics, shot selection, tactical patterns, routines and confident decision-making under pressure. Sessions are shaped around your movement, control and match goals, then tested in realistic play. For current options, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Can you help with racket preparation and swing technique?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli can help with racket preparation and swing technique as part of practical padel or squash coaching. Sessions focus on clear cues, purposeful practice and applying changes in realistic play, so improvements transfer to matches. For the best current option for your level and sport, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Is squash coaching physically demanding?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Squash can be physically demanding, especially when working on movement, recovery to the T and match-relevant pressure situations. Sessions are shaped around your current level, goals and movement, with clear, practical progressions. For advice specific to you, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Can I have a squash performance assessment?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. A squash session can assess your movement, shot selection, control and match patterns, then identify clear priorities for your next step. Squash coaching is available at Wessex Squash Club and Marlborough College. For current options, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Do you coach squash pairs or small groups?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli offers two-to-one and small-group coaching for both padel and squash, with sessions shaped around realistic play, teamwork and match situations. For current options and availability, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Can Calli help me prepare for league or tournament matches?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. Calli’s coaching can focus on match-relevant tactics, decision-making and pressure situations to help you prepare with a clearer plan. In padel, that may include positioning, partnership and point construction; in squash, match tactics, routines and shot selection. For current options around your event, message Calli on WhatsApp.
How much does squash coaching cost?
The complete price depends on the venue, format, number of players and any court arrangements. Calli confirms the current total before you commit.
Venues and Schedule
Does Calli coach padel and squash at every venue?
No. Wessex Squash Club and Marlborough College are squash-only coaching locations. Chalk Padel Rushall, Slazenger, Padel4all Basset Down and Future Padel Yate are padel locations.
Does the weekly venue schedule ever change?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes. The weekly venue pattern is a typical guide, not fixed appointment times, and it can change. For the latest venue options and availability, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Can I choose which venue I attend?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
You can share your preferred venue. Padel coaching is available at Chalk Padel Rushall, Slazenger, Padel4all Basset Down and Future Padel Yate; squash coaching is exclusively at Wessex Squash Club and Marlborough College. Venue availability and booking arrangements can vary, so message Calli on WhatsApp and he’ll confirm the best current option.
Where is Padel4all Basset Down?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Padel4all Basset Down is one of Calli’s padel coaching venues. For directions, court details or the best current coaching option there, please message Calli on WhatsApp.
Where is Chalk Padel Rushall?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Chalk Padel Rushall is a padel coaching venue used by Calli. For the exact location, directions or current court arrangements, please message Calli on WhatsApp.
Where is Future Padel Yate?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Future Padel Yate is a padel coaching venue in Yate, South Gloucestershire. For the exact location, current court arrangements or availability, please message Calli on WhatsApp.
Where is Wessex Squash Club?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Wessex Squash Club is in Old Town, Swindon. For the current coaching options there, message Calli on WhatsApp.
Does Calli offer weekend clinics or guest coaching?
COACH CALLI ANSWER
Yes—weekends may include clinics, intensive sessions, guest coaching and tournament weekends. For current options and availability, message Calli on WhatsApp.