What to Wear for Padel in Winter

Padel is the fastest growing sports in the UK, but winter brings a unique challenge: staying warm without overheating or restricting movement. Whether you’re playing an indoor match after work or heading outdoors on a cold weekend morning, choosing the right clothing can make a big difference to your comfort, performance and injury prevention.

This guide explains what to wear for padel in winter, with practical advice for UK indoor and outdoor courts, smart layering tips and common mistakes to avoid while also highlighting the most useful winter padel clothing options.

Quick Answer:

What Should I Wear for Padel in Winter?

In winter, wear a breathable base layer, a lightweight hoodie or zip up jumper for warmth and flexible bottoms that allow movement. Layering is key for UK padel players so you can stay warm during warm-up and remove layers once play becomes intense.

Why Winter Padel Clothing Matters

Padel involves explosive movement, quick direction changes and short recovery periods. In winter, players often start cold, warm up rapidly, then cool down again during breaks.

Good winter padel clothing should:

• Keep muscles warm before and after play

• Wick sweat during high intensity rallies

• Allow unrestricted movement

• Adapt easily to changing temperatures

Wearing the wrong kit can lead to stiffness, discomfort, or overheating mid-match.

What to Wear for Indoor Padel in Winter (UK)

Indoor padel courts protect you from wind and rain, but many UK facilities are unheated or only lightly heated, especially in the evenings or early mornings

Warm-Up Layer: Hoodie or Zip-Up Jumper

A hoodie or zip-up jumper can be essential for indoor padel when colder, but preparing with the right base layers are key, tri-dri is super effective as its properties remain the same, but during summer months the garments have SPF benefits.

Our relaxed-fit padel hoodie works well for both men and women, especially during warm-up and rest periods. A secure phone pouch is a practical bonus for players moving between courts.

Base Layer: Technical Top

Under your hoodie, wear:

• A moisture-wicking short or long-sleeve top

• Lightweight stretch fabric

  
  

Bottoms: Flexible and Lightweight

For indoor winter padel:

• Joggers or training pants during warm-up

• Shorts or skirts once play begins

• Optional thermal leggings under skirts if the court is cold

  
  

Winter Padel Clothing Checklist

• ✔ Breathable base layer

• ✔ Lightweight hoodie or zip-up jumper

• ✔ Flexible bottoms or thermal leggings

• ✔ Padel shoes with good grip

• ✔ Optional accessories for cold conditions

  
  

Frequently Asked Questions:

What to Wear for Padel in Winter 

Can you wear a hoodie when playing padel?

Yes absolutely.  The perfect hoodie allows movement, warmth and style. 

What do women wear for padel in winter?

This is a personal preference although most women prefer long sports leggings as they are not only warm but incredibly flexible and look great. For the winter months ladies are more likely to choose a long sleeve TriDri t shirt which helps keep them cool when the game heats up, layered up with a zip up hoodie which can be easily removed without messing up their hair (no thats not vain lol). 

What fabrics are best for winter padel clothing?

The base layers are the same for winter and summer. The best option is a wicker fabric which is breathable and keeps you cool as you warm up. In the winter a hoodie is essential, especially in the UK. 

Do I need special shoes for winter padel?

No special shoes are needed in winter but padel shoes designed for the sport are essential as they allow for quick movement without slipping as the grip is much smaller on the base.

Should I layer up for padel in winter?

Layering up is a good idea as you will warm up very quickly when playing so may want to remove some. 

Understanding what to wear for padel in winter comes down to smart layering, breathable fabrics and flexibility. UK winter conditions demand clothing that adapts as your body temperature changes - keeping you warm when needed and comfortable when rallies heat up.