One private island resort in the Maldives is serving up a fun new experience for the sporty set.
COMO Maalifushi has teamed up with the Rafa Nadal Academy to create a new padel camp for guests. Running from October 20 to 26, the six-day event will allow players of all levels to enhance their skills and fitness levels on the five-star resort’s new padel court that opened this year.
Nadal and the technical team that has worked with him throughout his prolific tennis career developed the training system applied at his eponymous academy in Mallorca and designed the padel training program for COMO Maalifushi. The Academy’s expert coaches will go over the fundamentals of the fast-paced racket sport, sharing tips and insights for masters and novices alike.
The new padel court at Como Maalifushi.
“We are so excited to bring our training methodology to a unique and beautiful location,” Maribel Nadal, the younger sister of the tennis champion and co-director of the Rafa Nadal Academy, said in a statement. “We look forward to providing guests with an unforgettable experience set in the Maldives.”
Participants will be pushed to their limits in personalized training sessions and tailored workouts, with the intensity ensuring rapid improvement in technique, agility, and endurance. Players will be grouped by skill level to ensure everyone gets the most out of the experience. Sessions will be available daily from 7 to 10 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. There will also be a more relaxed padel camp running for children.
You won’t spend the entire time sweating it out on the court, of course. Guests will have the opportunity to talk with former tennis pro Anabel Medina Garrigues and enjoy a BBQ lunch with fellow padel players in the Maldivian paradise. The resort offers 65 suites and villas—some sit overwater and have swim-up terraces, others feature splashy private pools—plus two restaurants, a comprehensive wellness program, and outdoor activities ranging from diving to surfing.
The villas at Como Maalifushi.
“Our guests can look forward to an exceptional blend of professional coaching from the team at Rafa Nadal Academy amidst the breath-taking beauty of the Maldives, ensuring an unforgettable retreat that combines sport, wellness, and luxury,” added general manager of COMO Maalifushi Mohamed Sobah.
Those embarking on the Padel Camp will enjoy an “Island Indulgence” package that includes gourmet dining and selected beverages. You can contact [email protected] for more information on the program or to book a place.
