Hating padel before becoming one of its best ambassadors on social media: this is the unique journey of Léo Poulain.  The influencer, who took up the sport in 2023 after a career as a tennis coach, readily admits that he initially considered padel "a lesser sport." Yet, just a few months later, he is the author of a book dedicated to this discipline that has completely won him over.

But this book, “Padel "Club" does not resemble the technical guides usually offered to practitioners.  No lengthy tactical demonstrations, complex diagrams, or detailed charts.  Léo Poulain takes a decidedly different approach by sharing above all his personal experience, his evolution and the reasons that led him to radically change his perspective on padel.

 A story that is, above all, human 

The book reads like a journey. We discover the first steps of its author, his initial prejudices, then the way in which he gradually became seduced by the richness of the game, its strategic aspect, but also by the community that gravitates around the tracks.

Through anecdotes, practical advice, and reflections accessible to all,  Léo Poulain is aimed at both beginners and athletes who are still hesitant. His message is simple: he understands those who doubt padel, because he himself shared this opinion before being convinced.

 Another way of talking about padel 

The originality of this book lies precisely in this approach. Rather than trying to explain every technical aspect in detail, it offers a global vision of the discipline and provides its own "tips" for better understanding it.

The reader will also find numerous references to  most beautiful places dedicated to padel , clubs and destinations that the author has discovered through his experiences, whether playing there, working there or simply exploring them.

Léo Poulain, from skeptic to padel enthusiast, recounts his journey in an unusual book.
Léo Poulain, from skeptic to padel enthusiast, recounts his journey in an unusual book.
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Léo Poulain, from skeptic to padel enthusiast, recounts his journey in an unusual book.

 An immersion into the world of the influencer 

Ultimately, this book is as much a sporting autobiography as it is a declaration of love for padel. It blends personal narrative, discovery of the sport, and an enthusiastic look at its development.

Far from traditional textbooks,  This book invites you to discover padel through the eyes of Léo Poulain. Written in a light, sincere, and accessible tone, this book could well convince even the most skeptical to take the plunge and embark on this journey themselves.

The book is available to order on the website of  Hugo Publishing , at the recommended retail price of  29,95 € .

Franck Binisti

Franck Binisti discovered padel at the Club des Pyramides in 2009 in the Paris region. Since then, padel has been part of his life. You often see him touring France to cover major French padel events.

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