My story · from tennis to padel

A racket was my beginning.
Padel became my next chapter.

I started tennis at six. Years later, padel gave me a new game to learn—and a reason to help others find their place on court.

THE PERSON BEHIND PADEL TO A T

Hi, I’m Tonia.

Tennis shaped a big part of who I am. Growing up with the game taught me focus, resilience and how to read a point. I loved the discipline of it—and the feeling that there was always something new to understand.

When I found padel, I was a learner again. The walls changed the rhythm, the partnership mattered, and every point asked a new question. I fell for the challenge, but also for how naturally the game brings people together.

That is the feeling I want to carry into my coaching. Padel to a T is my way of helping beginners and developing players—especially women—learn with clarity, patience and room to enjoy the process.

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Tonia on a green padel court in a black shirt and white skirt, holding her racket. — TONIA KUBAI · PLAYER & COACH

The moments that shape the work

My game, my people, my next chapter.

I’m still growing as a player. That perspective keeps my coaching honest, curious and close to the game.

Tonia competing on a blue padel court in a red skirt. — **Still a player first**Competing keeps me curious about every next ball.

Tonia sharing a moment on court with another player. — **The game is better together**Padel has brought me community as well as competition.

Tonia preparing balls for a padel practice session. — **Practice with purpose**Small details help players feel more at home on court.

Tonia on a padel court with her racket and practice equipment. — **Learning as I teach**Every player and every session gives me something to learn.

Padel is to be enjoyed and not endured.

Why Padel to a T exists

Good coaching makes the game clearer—and keeps the joy in it.

I want players to understand what they are learning and why, without feeling that padel has to become intimidating or overcomplicated. The aim is thoughtful progress, one decision and one session at a time.

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