{"id":82547,"date":"2010-08-21T14:28:00","date_gmt":"2010-08-21T12:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/padel-on-curacao\/"},"modified":"2026-10-18T12:31:24","modified_gmt":"2026-10-18T10:31:24","slug":"padel-curacao","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/en\/padel-curacao\/","title":{"rendered":"Padel on Cura\u00e7ao"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- AUTEUR & DATUM (bovenaan) + vermelding samenwerking -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak\" id=\"auteur\" style=\"margin-bottom:0\">\n  <p class=\"nc-small\" style=\"margin:0 0 1em\"><span class=\"nc-label\">Vacation<\/span>Updated: October 2026 &middot; By Mark from NaarCuracao &middot; <em>in partnership with Padel X<\/em><\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- INTRO + IN HET KORT (antwoord-eerst voor Google en AI) -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak nc-art\" id=\"intro\">\n  <p class=\"nc-lead\">Wherever you are in the world, padel seems to be the up-and-coming racket sport. Or rather: padel is more than just a hype. And of course you see that in Cura\u00e7ao too! Want to hit a few balls on vacation, or are you new on the island and looking for a sporty way to meet people? Here you&#8217;ll read where to play, what it costs and how to book a court.<\/p>\n  <div class=\"nc-kort\">\n    <h3>In short<\/h3>\n    <ul class=\"nc-list ok\">\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Padel is booming in Cura\u00e7ao<\/strong>: the racket sport, a mix of tennis and squash, attracts locals and tourists alike.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>The biggest club is <strong>Padel X<\/strong>, close to <strong>Mambo Beach<\/strong>: <strong>8 padel courts<\/strong> (<strong>5 of them covered<\/strong>) plus a singles court.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Open <strong>every day from 6 am to midnight<\/strong>; a doubles court costs <strong>CG 60 per hour<\/strong>, a singles court <strong>CG 50<\/strong> (2026 rates; CG = Caribbean guilders).<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>No racket? <strong>Rent one for CG 5<\/strong>; balls are free to use. <strong>Lessons<\/strong> are available privately or in a small group.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>No padel partner?<\/strong> Through the Padel X WhatsApp community you&#8217;ll find players at your level.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 6 9 17l-5-5\"\/><\/svg><span>Combine padel with a day at <strong>Mambo Beach<\/strong> or one of the island&#8217;s <strong>best excursions<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n      <\/ul>\n  <\/div>\n  <ul class=\"nc-facts\" style=\"margin-top:16px\">\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 10c0 6-8 12-8 12s-8-6-8-12a8 8 0 0 1 16 0Z\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"10\" r=\"3\"\/><\/svg><div><b>Where<\/b>Padel X, near Mambo Beach<\/div><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><ellipse cx=\"9\" cy=\"9\" rx=\"6\" ry=\"6.5\"\/><path d=\"M13.5 13.5 21 21M7 7h.01M10 7h.01M7 10h.01M10 10h.01\"\/><\/svg><div><b>Courts<\/b>8 padel (5 covered) + 1 singles<\/div><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><path d=\"M12 6v6l4 2\"\/><\/svg><div><b>Open<\/b>Every day 6 am\u2013midnight<\/div><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"2\" y=\"6\" width=\"20\" height=\"12\" rx=\"2\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"2.5\"\/><path d=\"M6 12h.01M18 12h.01\"\/><\/svg><div><b>Court<\/b>CG 60 per hour (doubles)<\/div><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"m12 2 3.1 6.3 6.9 1-5 4.9 1.2 6.8L12 17.8 5.8 21l1.2-6.8-5-4.9 6.9-1z\"\/><\/svg><div><b>Racket rental<\/b>CG 5<\/div><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M16 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H6a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><path d=\"M22 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-3-3.87M16 3.13a4 4 0 0 1 0 7.75\"\/><\/svg><div><b>Lessons<\/b>From CG 40 p.p.<\/div><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak nc-art\" id=\"padel-op-curacao\">\n  <h2>Padel in Cura\u00e7ao<\/h2>\n  <p>Padel is on the rise in Cura\u00e7ao too. It&#8217;s a dynamic racket sport, a cross between tennis and squash, usually played in fours on a court with glass walls. Padel is still relatively new in Cura\u00e7ao, but it&#8217;s growing fast. The sport attracts locals and tourists alike, which makes for a lively, diverse and above all fun &#8216;padel scene&#8217;.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- WAAROM POPULAIR (kaarten) -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak\" id=\"waarom\">\n  <h2>Why padel is so popular in Cura\u00e7ao<\/h2>\n  <div class=\"nc-cards\">\n    <div class=\"nc-card\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M19 14c1.5-1.5 3-3.2 3-5.5A5.5 5.5 0 0 0 16.5 3c-1.8 0-3 .5-4.5 2-1.5-1.5-2.7-2-4.5-2A5.5 5.5 0 0 0 2 8.5c0 2.3 1.5 4 3 5.5l7 7Z\"\/><\/svg>\n      <div><h3>Accessible<\/h3><p>Padel is fairly easy to learn, for all ages and fitness levels. A fun way to stay active, even in the warm Caribbean climate.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n    <div class=\"nc-card\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M16 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H6a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><path d=\"M22 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-3-3.87M16 3.13a4 4 0 0 1 0 7.75\"\/><\/svg>\n      <div><h3>Social<\/h3><p>You usually play in teams of two. Perfect for friends and families, and a great way to meet people as a newcomer on the island (for example as an intern).<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n    <div class=\"nc-card\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"4\"\/><path d=\"M12 2v2M12 20v2M4.9 4.9l1.4 1.4M17.7 17.7l1.4 1.4M2 12h2M20 12h2M4.9 19.1l1.4-1.4M17.7 6.3l1.4-1.4\"\/><\/svg>\n      <div><h3>Suits the climate<\/h3><p>Play early in the morning or in the evening, when it&#8217;s a bit cooler. At Padel X, 5 of the 8 courts are covered, so you don&#8217;t have to play in the blazing sun.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n    <div class=\"nc-card\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><ellipse cx=\"9\" cy=\"9\" rx=\"6\" ry=\"6.5\"\/><path d=\"M13.5 13.5 21 21M7 7h.01M10 7h.01M7 10h.01M10 10h.01\"\/><\/svg>\n      <div><h3>Easy to start<\/h3><p>You already have a sports shirt and shorts; rackets can be rented on site. Lessons are easy to book, privately or in a small group.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak nc-art\" id=\"padel-x\">\n  <h2>Padel X: Cura\u00e7ao&#8217;s biggest racket club<\/h2>\n  <div class=\"nc-2col\" style=\"align-items:center\">\n    <div>\n  <figure style=\"margin:0 0 1.4em\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Padel-X-Curacao-Mambo-Beach-800x450-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Padel X Cura\u00e7ao near Mambo Beach\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/450;width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:14px\" title=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\"><figcaption class=\"nc-small\">Padel X, near Mambo Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n    <\/div>\n    <div>\n      <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.padelx.cw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\"><strong>Padel X<\/strong><\/a> is the biggest racket sports club in Cura\u00e7ao, close to Mambo Beach. You play on <strong>8 padel courts<\/strong>, <strong>5 of them covered<\/strong>, plus a <strong>singles court<\/strong>. So you can play without worrying about the sun or a tropical shower.<\/p>\n      <p>Everyone is welcome: whether you come for a challenging match, your very first lesson or just a fun, sporty activity with friends. The club is <strong>open every day from 6 am to midnight<\/strong>.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <h3>Clubhouse, rooftop and playground<\/h3>\n  <p>Padel X is a place to play, socialize and chill. After your match, relax at the bar or on the terrace with a drink and a snack, and watch live sports on the screens. There are changing rooms and showers, a playground for the kids and even ice baths to recover after playing. The pro shop sells rackets and sportswear.<\/p>\n  <p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> the rooftop lounge has a stunning view!<\/p>\n  <h3>Smart cameras<\/h3>\n  <p>A fun extra: the Padel X courts have smart cameras. So you can watch back and analyze your match or training. And of course you can share your best shots on social media.<\/p>\n  <h3>Prices at Padel X<\/h3>\n  <div class=\"nc-scroll\">\n  <table class=\"nc-prijs nc-cmp\">\n    <thead><tr><th>What<\/th><th>Price (2026)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n    <tbody>\n      <tr><td><strong>Doubles court<\/strong> (covered or outdoor)<\/td><td>CG 60 per hour<\/td><\/tr>\n      <tr><td><strong>Singles court<\/strong> (covered)<\/td><td>CG 50 per hour<\/td><\/tr>\n      <tr><td><strong>Racket rental<\/strong><\/td><td>CG 5<\/td><\/tr>\n      <tr><td><strong>Test 3 rackets<\/strong> from the pro shop<\/td><td>CG 10 (credited if you buy one)<\/td><\/tr>\n      <tr><td><strong>Private lesson<\/strong><\/td><td>CG 100<\/td><\/tr>\n      <tr><td><strong>Lesson with 2 \/ 3 \/ 4 people<\/strong><\/td><td>CG 60 \/ 45 \/ 40 p.p.<\/td><\/tr>\n    <\/tbody>\n  <\/table>\n  <\/div>\n  <p>You pay on site, in cash or by debit or credit card. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours ahead. Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.padelx.cw\/faq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Padel X FAQ<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- BLOK \u2013 FOTOGALERIJ: verplaats het BESTAANDE galerijblok (naarcuracao\/photo-gallery met de 5 foto's van Padel X) naar deze plek. -->\n\n\n\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak nc-art\" id=\"padel-les\">\n  <h2>Padel lessons in Cura\u00e7ao<\/h2>\n  <p>Never played padel before, or want to improve your game? At the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.padelx.cw\/academy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Padel X academy<\/a> you can book training with experienced coaches, including co-owner <strong>Michael-John Every<\/strong>, who also runs the kids academy. Guest coaches from Argentina, where padel is huge, regularly teach as well.<\/p>\n  <ul class=\"nc-list ok\">\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M16 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H6a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/><circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/><path d=\"M22 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-3-3.87M16 3.13a4 4 0 0 1 0 7.75\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Private or duo:<\/strong> maximum attention, whenever it suits you.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M19 14c1.5-1.5 3-3.2 3-5.5A5.5 5.5 0 0 0 16.5 3c-1.8 0-3 .5-4.5 2-1.5-1.5-2.7-2-4.5-2A5.5 5.5 0 0 0 2 8.5c0 2.3 1.5 4 3 5.5l7 7Z\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Small group:<\/strong> social and more affordable, from CG 40 per person.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"m12 2 3.1 6.3 6.9 1-5 4.9 1.2 6.8L12 17.8 5.8 21l1.2-6.8-5-4.9 6.9-1z\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Kids:<\/strong> learning through games and challenges.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M14.5 4h-5L7 7H4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v9a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h16a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V9a2 2 0 0 0-2-2h-3l-2.5-3z\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"13\" r=\"3\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>With smart cameras:<\/strong> see your own progress.<\/span><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n  <p>Lessons run Monday to Saturday, between 6 am and 5 pm. Book via the website or WhatsApp.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak nc-art\" id=\"padelmaatje\">\n  <h2>No padel partner? Here&#8217;s how to find players<\/h2>\n  <p>We regularly hear from tourists who&#8217;d love to play padel but have no one to play with. Luckily, that&#8217;s easy to solve at Padel X:<\/p>\n  <ul class=\"nc-list ok\">\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M21 11.5a8.4 8.4 0 0 1-12.4 7.4L3 21l2.1-5.6A8.4 8.4 0 1 1 21 11.5z\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>WhatsApp community:<\/strong> sign up via the Padel X website. There are separate groups per level: post when you&#8217;d like to play and you&#8217;ll have a match in no time.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"4\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M16 2v4M8 2v4M3 10h18\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Activities and tournaments:<\/strong> join a social or fun match; you can book these on your own.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><ellipse cx=\"9\" cy=\"9\" rx=\"6\" ry=\"6.5\"\/><path d=\"M13.5 13.5 21 21M7 7h.01M10 7h.01M7 10h.01M10 10h.01\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Training:<\/strong> book a group lesson and you&#8217;ll play right away with others at your level.<\/span><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n  <p>That way you&#8217;ll quickly become part of Cura\u00e7ao&#8217;s padel community. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.padelx.cw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Visit the Padel X website<\/a> to sign up.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- ZO BOEK JE EEN BAAN (4 STAPPEN MET ICONEN) -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak\" id=\"baan-boeken\">\n  <h2>How to book a padel court in Cura\u00e7ao<\/h2>\n  <ol class=\"nc-steps\">\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M22 16.9v3a2 2 0 0 1-2.2 2 19.8 19.8 0 0 1-8.6-3.1 19.5 19.5 0 0 1-6-6A19.8 19.8 0 0 1 2.1 4.2 2 2 0 0 1 4.1 2h3a2 2 0 0 1 2 1.7c.1.9.3 1.8.6 2.7a2 2 0 0 1-.5 2.1L8 9.8a16 16 0 0 0 6 6l1.3-1.3a2 2 0 0 1 2.1-.4c.9.3 1.8.5 2.7.6a2 2 0 0 1 1.7 2Z\"\/><\/svg><strong>Download the app<\/strong><span>The Padel X Cura\u00e7ao app, for iPhone and Android; or book via the website.<\/span><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"4\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M16 2v4M8 2v4M3 10h18\"\/><\/svg><strong>Choose your court and time<\/strong><span>Covered or outdoor, doubles or singles. You&#8217;ll see right away what&#8217;s available.<\/span><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"2\" y=\"6\" width=\"20\" height=\"12\" rx=\"2\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"2.5\"\/><path d=\"M6 12h.01M18 12h.01\"\/><\/svg><strong>Pay on site<\/strong><span>In cash or by debit or credit card. Rent a racket at the bar.<\/span><\/li>\n    <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><ellipse cx=\"9\" cy=\"9\" rx=\"6\" ry=\"6.5\"\/><path d=\"M13.5 13.5 21 21M7 7h.01M10 7h.01M7 10h.01M10 10h.01\"\/><\/svg><strong>Let&#8217;s play!<\/strong><span>Wear sportswear and clean sports shoes; a shirt is required.<\/span><\/li>\n  <\/ol>\n  <div class=\"nc-ahead\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><path d=\"M12 6v6l4 2\"\/><\/svg><div><h3>Prefer not to play in the heat?<\/h3><p>Early mornings and evenings are the most popular, and those courts fill up first. So book a few days ahead. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n  <p><a class=\"nc-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.padelx.cw\/book-a-court\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Book a court at Padel X <svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak nc-art\" id=\"andere-locaties\">\n  <h2>Other padel courts in Cura\u00e7ao<\/h2>\n  <p>Besides Padel X, there are a few other places to play padel:<\/p>\n  <ul class=\"nc-list ok\">\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 10c0 6-8 12-8 12s-8-6-8-12a8 8 0 0 1 16 0Z\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"10\" r=\"3\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Epic Padel<\/strong> (Chuchubiweg): four outdoor courts with floodlights.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 10c0 6-8 12-8 12s-8-6-8-12a8 8 0 0 1 16 0Z\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"10\" r=\"3\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Padel Cura\u00e7ao<\/strong> (Scherpenheuvel): including a covered court.<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M20 10c0 6-8 12-8 12s-8-6-8-12a8 8 0 0 1 16 0Z\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"10\" r=\"3\"\/><\/svg><span><strong>Ultimate Padel<\/strong> (Santa Rosa): several courts, with regular matches.<\/span><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n  <p>For most tourists, Padel X is the most convenient choice: the most courts, covered play, everything in one place and close to Mambo Beach and the south coast hotels.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- VIDEO (YouTube) -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak\" id=\"video\">\n  <h2>Padel X on video<\/h2>\n  <div style=\"position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;border-radius:14px;overflow:hidden\"><iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/GKz-M7ADtdY\" title=\"Padel X Cura\u00e7ao\" style=\"position:absolute;inset:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0\" allow=\"accelerometer; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak nc-art\" id=\"contact\">\n  <h2>Location and contact Padel X<\/h2>\n  <p>You&#8217;ll find Padel X close to Mambo Beach, on <strong>Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard<\/strong> in Willemstad. There&#8217;s free parking next to the courts. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/search\/?api=1&amp;query=Padel+X+Cura%C3%A7ao+Dr.+Martin+Luther+King+Boulevard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">See the route on Google Maps<\/a>.<\/p>\n  <ul class=\"nc-list ok\">\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M4 19.5v-15A2.5 2.5 0 0 1 6.5 2H20v20H6.5a2.5 2.5 0 0 1 0-5H20\"\/><\/svg><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.padelx.cw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Padel X website<\/a> (also for the app and the WhatsApp community)<\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M21 11.5a8.4 8.4 0 0 1-12.4 7.4L3 21l2.1-5.6A8.4 8.4 0 1 1 21 11.5z\"\/><\/svg><span>Email: <strong>info@padelx.cw<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M21 11.5a8.4 8.4 0 0 1-12.4 7.4L3 21l2.1-5.6A8.4 8.4 0 1 1 21 11.5z\"\/><\/svg><span><a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send?phone=59996750750\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Send a WhatsApp message<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n        <li><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M14.5 4h-5L7 7H4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v9a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h16a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V9a2 2 0 0 0-2-2h-3l-2.5-3z\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"13\" r=\"3\"\/><\/svg><span>Follow them on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/padelx.cw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Instagram<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/padelx.cw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Facebook<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- NA HET PADELLEN: DOORVERWIJZING NAAR EXCURSIES -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak\" id=\"combineer\">\n  <h3>After padel: more active Cura\u00e7ao<\/h3>\n  <ul class=\"nc-rel\">\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/en\/klein-curacao-best-trips-comparison\/\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" style=\"color:#f07c1b\"><path d=\"M2 21c.6.5 1.2 1 2.5 1 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 1.3 0 1.9.5 2.5 1s1.2 1 2.5 1c2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 1.3 0 1.9.5 2.5 1\"\/><path d=\"M19.4 17.9 21 13H3l1.6 4.9M12 13V3l7 7H12\"\/><\/svg><span>Day trip to Klein Cura\u00e7ao<span class=\"nc-alt\">The island&#8217;s most popular boat trip<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/en\/tour-item\/aquafari\/\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" style=\"color:#f07c1b\"><circle cx=\"7\" cy=\"12\" r=\"4\"\/><circle cx=\"17\" cy=\"12\" r=\"4\"\/><path d=\"M11 12h2M3 12H1M23 12h-2\"\/><\/svg><span>Aquafari underwater scooter<span class=\"nc-alt\">Underwater, with your head dry<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/en\/tour-item\/city-walk-curacao\/\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" style=\"color:#f07c1b\"><circle cx=\"13\" cy=\"4\" r=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M7 21l3-7 3 2v5M9.5 9.5 12 8l3 3 3 1M10 14l-1-4\"\/><\/svg><span>Willemstad city walk<span class=\"nc-alt\">With a certified guide<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- FAQ (zelfde vragen staan in de gestructureerde data) -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak\" id=\"faq\">\n  <h2>FAQ about padel in Cura\u00e7ao<\/h2>\n  <details><summary><h3>Can you play padel in Cura\u00e7ao?<\/h3><\/summary><p>Yes. The biggest club is Padel X near Mambo Beach, with 8 padel courts (5 of them covered) and a singles court. There are also smaller clubs such as Epic Padel, Padel Cura\u00e7ao and Ultimate Padel.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>How much does padel cost in Cura\u00e7ao?<\/h3><\/summary><p>At Padel X a doubles court costs CG 60 per hour and a singles court CG 50 per hour (2026 rates). You can rent a racket for CG 5; balls are free.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>Can I play padel in Cura\u00e7ao without my own racket?<\/h3><\/summary><p>Yes. At Padel X you can rent a racket at the bar for CG 5. You can also test three pro shop rackets for CG 10.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>Can I take padel lessons in Cura\u00e7ao?<\/h3><\/summary><p>Yes. At the Padel X academy you can book a private lesson (CG 100) or a lesson with 2 to 4 people (CG 60 to 40 per person). Lessons run Monday to Saturday.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>How do I find someone to play padel with in Cura\u00e7ao?<\/h3><\/summary><p>Join the Padel X WhatsApp community. There are groups per level where you can post when you&#8217;d like to play. You can also join activities or a group lesson.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>Are there covered padel courts in Cura\u00e7ao?<\/h3><\/summary><p>Yes. At Padel X, 5 of the 8 padel courts are covered, as is the singles court. So you can play without worrying about the sun or rain.<\/p><\/details>\n  <details><summary><h3>What are the opening hours of Padel X?<\/h3><\/summary><p>Padel X is open every day from 6 am to midnight. Early mornings and evenings are the most popular, so book those times in advance.<\/p><\/details>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- LEES OOK (interne links) -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak\" id=\"lees-ook\">\n  <h3>Read more<\/h3>\n  <ul class=\"nc-read\">\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/en\/curacao-boat-trips\/\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M4 19.5v-15A2.5 2.5 0 0 1 6.5 2H20v20H6.5a2.5 2.5 0 0 1 0-5H20\"\/><\/svg><span>All boat trips in Cura\u00e7ao<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.naarcuracao.com\/en\/restaurants-on-curacao\/\"><svg class=\"nc-i\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M4 19.5v-15A2.5 2.5 0 0 1 6.5 2H20v20H6.5a2.5 2.5 0 0 1 0-5H20\"\/><\/svg><span>Restaurants in Cura\u00e7ao<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<!-- AUTEUR -->\n<section class=\"nc-ex nc-info nc-vak nc-author\">\n  <div class=\"nc-box\">\n    <p style=\"margin:0\"><strong>About the author<\/strong> \u2014 Mark founded NaarCuracao and finds out everything there is to do in Cura\u00e7ao. 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