About Coach Rish
Coach Rish’s journey into padel began in Mauritius at a fun mixed doubles event for a friend’s birthday. With over 12 years of experience as a tennis coach, the transition to padel came naturally, and quickly turned into a passion that he’s been building on ever since. You may recognise his name from Instagram – his distinct video posts featuring bitesize padel tips resonates with the community. It’s refreshing because often in the heat of the game, it can be difficult to remember and apply tips on the fly.
Advice for Coaches Creating Content
Rish has embraced Instagram as a way to connect with the wider padel community, and he’s grateful for the support he’s received. His advice to other coaches: just start. Don’t overthink it – be yourself, persevere, and stay consistent. If you enjoy the process, the results will follow.
Advice for Beginners
For those new to padel, Rish recommends getting comfortable with the glass as early as possible. Booking a lesson can help build confidence, but above all, he encourages players to simply enjoy themselves: “It’s the best sport to play.”
Looking Ahead
Rish’s focus is on growing his platform and helping spread padel both in South Africa and around the world. His vision is to build one of the largest English-speaking padel platforms, while continuing to travel, coach, and share his love for the game with as many people as possible.
We wish Coach Rish all the best!
