Padel Court Lighting

Padel is a fast-growing racket sport that combines elements of tennis and squash. Padel has been rapidly expanding in the UK, with more courts being built across the country and increasing interest from players of all levels. The sport is backed by the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA), and major clubs and leisure centres are investing in new facilities. The LTA has set a goal of increasing the number of padel courts to 1000 by 2026.

Why Lighting Matters

High quality lighting is essential for padel courts because it enhances visibility, safety, and gameplay quality.

Better Visibility – Padel is a fast-paced game, and proper lighting ensures players can clearly see the ball, their opponents, and the glass walls, reducing misjudgements during play.

Even Illumination – High-quality lighting minimizes shadows and glare, ensuring consistent visibility across the entire court, which is crucial for fair play.

Compliance with Standards – Many professional padel courts must meet specific lighting requirements (e.g., 300-500 lux for amateur courts and 500-750 lux for professional courts) to ensure high-quality play.

Night Play – Good lighting allows for extended playing hours, making the court usable after sunset, which is essential for clubs and recreational players.

What are the standards

The European standard for sports lighting EN 12193 sets the official requirements for padel and tennis courts

Class III – Recreational & Training Play

·         Public courts, community centres, and private clubs

·         Casual and amateur play

·         Training sessions

Class II – Club & Amateur Competition

·         Local club matches and leagues

·         Semi-professional tournaments

·         Higher-level training sessions

Class I – Professional & TV Broadcast

·         Professional tournaments (World Padel Tour, FIP events)

·         TV broadcasting and streaming

·         High-performance training

How we can help

The Padel Plus LED fitting is the ultimate light for both indoor and outdoor applications. It boosts both a IP66 and IK10 rating making it durable in all conditions. The lens was designed just for Padel Tennis to provide the perfect spread of light across your padel courts.

For more information or to discuss how we can assist you on your lighting journey, please contact us at sale@nexislighting.co.uk. Our expert technical sales engineers are ready to help you design the perfect lighting solution for your padel court needs.

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