Discover your potential
At Advanced Padel Academy (APA), we’re a young and ambitious team of four passionate professionals dedicated to transforming padel training in the area. Our academy was born from a shared vision: to create the best environment for players to learn, grow, and enjoy the sport to the fullest. With a unique combination of expertise in padel, sports science, and athlete care, we’ve assembled the most qualified team around.
Our mission is simple yet powerful: to help each player reach their highest potential, combining top-tier coaching with a focus on fun and personal growth. From mastering fundamentals to advanced techniques and competitive play, we are committed to supporting players of all levels on their journey to becoming the best they can be.
Every training session at APA is crafted to be challenging, engaging, and, above all, enjoyable. We believe that the right environment makes all the difference, and we’re here to create a space where each player feels encouraged, motivated, and inspired.
Join us at APA and be part of our journey to grow and redefine padel training in the community. Together, let’s unlock your potential and make every moment on the court memorable!
With over 14 years of experience in professional sports, Steven leads our academy with a deep commitment to performance excellence and athlete care. As a specialized physical therapist in sports biomechanics, he brings a unique approach to enhancing athletic performance, focusing on precision movement, injury prevention, and recovery. For the past 5 years, Steven has worked closely with both national and international padel athletes, helping them reach their peak performance on the court. His expertise in biomechanics allows our players to train smarter, play stronger, and stay injury-free longer.
As our Head Coach, Tomas brings over a decade of padel coaching experience and a distinguished playing career to APA. Currently ranked as the 22nd best player in Portugal, with a career-high ranking of 15th, he combines elite competitive experience with a passion for teaching. Throughout his career, Tomas has competed in top international tournaments, including the World Padel Tour, A1 Padel, and FIP events, and has trained alongside Portugal's top padel athletes. His extensive background in high-level competition allows him to provide unique insights and advanced techniques to players at every level. Driven by a genuine love for the game, Tomas is committed to helping his students unlock their full potential on the court. His approach blends skill development with an emphasis on enjoyment, making each session both challenging and fun. Whether you're aiming to elevate your game or simply enjoy the sport more, Tomas is here to guide and inspire every step of the way.
With over 10 years of experience in personal training and a proven track record working with high-performance padel athletes, our Head of Physical Department brings unmatched expertise to our academy. As the former head coach of the Physical Conditioning Department at the renowned Cascais Padel Club Academy (2019-2023), he has built a solid reputation for his commitment to athletic excellence and fitness innovation. His sports background spans multiple disciplines, including water polo, tennis, CrossFit, and weightlifting, enabling him to develop unique and comprehensive conditioning programs that enhance our players' strength, agility, and resilience on the court. Driven by a passion for helping athletes reach their full potential, he leads our physical conditioning program with a focus on performance, injury prevention, and enjoyment, making him an invaluable asset to both our team and players.
As a dedicated professional with a background in Sports Science and Physical Education, our Personal Trainer has honed his skills over 5 years of experience, specializing in strength and functional training. His deep passion for padel drives him to create training sessions that are both effective and sport-specific, using his expertise to enhance player performance on the court. Focusing on physical improvement, goal achievement, and injury prevention, he tailors every session to the unique needs of each client. With a strong commitment to helping players excel, he brings invaluable knowledge and energy to our team.
With extensive experience and specialized training in nutrition, our Nutrition Advisor combines her professional expertise with a deep passion for padel. Recently ranked 20th in Portugal (2024), she understands the unique nutritional needs of athletes and the importance of personalized dietary guidance for peak performance on the court. Focusing on recovery and overall well-being, she helps clients achieve their health and fitness goals through effective, science-based nutrition strategies. Her unique blend of sports experience and nutritional knowledge ensures that each client receives tailored support to feel their best and maximize their physical potential.
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