Padel in Thailand: Communities, Groups & Apps to Join (2026)
Padel in Thailand: communities, groups & apps to join (2026)
Padel grew faster in Thailand between 2023 and 2026 than almost any other sport. Most of that growth happened in groups — Facebook communities, Meetups, club WhatsApp chats and booking apps with matchmaking. Here is the 2026 map of where to join, by region.
Bangkok — start here
- Bangkok Padel Community — the Facebook group this site is built around. The largest padel network in Bangkok: open seats, partner-finding, court reviews, coach recommendations, daily.
- Bangkok Padel — the Bangkok Padel Facebook page is the rooftop club at the Ambassador Hotel and posts its own Americano calendar.
- Padel Asia – Bangkok & Thailand — the Padel Asia Facebook page run by Gio & Nacho Launa, also the home base of Thailand National Team players.
- Sabai Sabai Padel Community — a Meetup-based community for relaxed, low-pressure mixers.
Hua Hin
- Padel of Thailand (Hua Hin) — the Padel of Thailand Facebook page operates courts in Soi 94 and is the central hub for Hua Hin and Cha-am players.
Phuket
- PAT Tennis and Padel Club — the PAT Facebook page is the long-running Phuket racket sports community covering both tennis and padel.
National
- Thailand Padel Association — the official body with its own Facebook page. Source of national ranking events and the Thailand National Team.
- Thai Padel Series — the official tournament circuit running ranking events around the country, with finals in Bangkok.
Booking apps with built-in matchmaking
The fastest way to find players outside Facebook is via booking apps that offer level-rated matchmaking. The four most-used in Thailand:
| App | Built-in matchmaking | Used by |
|---|---|---|
| Matchi | Limited | Bangkok Padel and many Asian clubs |
| Playtomic | Yes, levelled | The Padel Co. and others |
| Padel Mates | Yes | Bel Club 22 |
| GoWabi | No | Playerbox, independents |
How to use a group well
- Post your area, level and times when you arrive in a city. Most groups will respond within hours.
- Pin the same details in your profile bio. Captains skim profiles when filling Americanos.
- Show up to one open Americano per week in your first month — the fastest single move to find a regular crew.
Padel near you, in 30 seconds
- Bangkok → post in Bangkok Padel Community
- Hua Hin → message Padel of Thailand
- Phuket → message PAT Tennis and Padel
- Anywhere else → start with the Thailand Padel Association
Related reading: play padel in Bangkok · court rankings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest padel community in Thailand?
Bangkok Padel Community on Facebook is the largest padel network in Bangkok and one of the largest in Thailand — used daily for finding partners, open seats, court reviews and coach recommendations. The Thailand Padel Association is the national governing body.
How do I find padel players in Hua Hin or Phuket?
In Hua Hin, message Padel of Thailand on Facebook (courts in Soi 94). In Phuket, message PAT Tennis and Padel Club. Both are long-running regional communities that respond quickly to new players.
What is the Thai Padel Series?
Thai Padel Series is the official tournament circuit running ranking events around Thailand, with finals in Bangkok. Look for the calendar at thaipadelseries.com — the cool season (November to February) hosts the most events.
Which booking app should I use in Thailand?
Matchi for Bangkok Padel and many Asian clubs. Playtomic for The Padel Co. and others (built-in matchmaking with level ratings). Padel Mates for Bel Club 22. GoWabi for Playerbox and independents. Install the one that matches your usual club before you arrive.