Coaching during a match
Advice from an accredited coach is allowed in team and double-pair competitions, during rest times. In other breaks, the umpire decides.
Clausola 1: Only an accredited coach
Advice and instructions during a match may only come from a properly accredited coach.
Clausola 2: Team and double-pair events
This applies in competitions for teams and for double pairs.
Clausola 3: Only during rest times
The advice must be given during rest times. Rule 2 sets the rest periods: up to 90 seconds at a change of ends and up to 120 seconds at the end of a set.
Clausola 4: Other breaks: the umpire decides
During medical time-outs, outside interruptions, a suspension of the match or toilet breaks, the umpire or referee decides whether players may take instructions from their coach.
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Is coaching allowed in padel?
In FIP competitions, only from an accredited coach, in team and double-pair events, and only during rest times.
Can a match be paused so a coach can talk to us?
No. Rule 2 says a match is never suspended or delayed to let a player receive instructions or advice.
Can my coach talk to me during a toilet break?
Only if the umpire or referee allows it.