High volley
A volley taken around head height, played down and deep or angled, without the full swing of a smash.
When to play it
On balls too high for a normal volley and too low for an overhead. To finish a point when the ball sits up at the net.
How to play it
Racket head up early, behind the ball. Short punch downwards, contact in front. Aim at the feet or the gap.
Common mistakes
Letting the ball drop to shoulder height and losing the chance. Swinging like a smash and losing control.
Rules for this shot
Questions
Is the volea alta legal in padel?
Legal under Rule 14.1a once the ball has crossed the net. You lose the point if you play it on your opponents' side before it crosses (Rule 13.1f) or touch the net or posts with your body or racket (Rule 13.1a).