Our Team

Stephen Bean

Co-founder of Teddy Tennis Ltd
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Stephen Bean

Co-founder of Teddy Tennis Ltd

Stephen is a career marketer and has spent 20+ years working in corporate marketing in the computing sector. More recently Stephen has been involved in teaching and lecturing in marketing. Stephen has combined his commercial, marketing and teaching skills to develop the Teddy Tennis program into a deliverable and highly desirable lifestyle program for young children.

Phone: +447747100000

Email: Stephen@teddytennis.com

Richard Bean

Co-founder of Teddy Tennis Ltd
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Richard Bean

Co-founder of Teddy Tennis Ltd

Richard is a career tennis coach and singer songwriter who has combined both skills & expertise to create the Teddy Tennis concept. Richard, who is one of the UK’s leading children’s tennis coaches, attributes his success to his unique ability to communicate and interact with young children. Through these special communications skills, Richard has been able to tap into the imagination of his young pupils and to jointly create the songs, stories and characters that make up Teddy Tennis.

Phone: +447973284780

Email: Richard@teddytennis.com

Alexander Tvaliashvili

Co-founder of Teddy Padel
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Alexander Tvaliashvili

Co-founder of Teddy Padel

I have dedicated my entire life to the world of sports and its development. My tennis journey began in 1991 as a junior, winning the Shpyer Championship in Germany, as well as singles and doubles titles in both the Soviet Union and Georgia. Since 2021, I have focused on expanding the Teddy Sports World programme in London alongside its founders, introducing exciting new additions like Teddy Padel. My greatest passion lies in working with young children - because the earlier you reach them, the greater their potential. I believe in inspiring confidence, skill, and a lifelong love for sport.

Phone: +33686079163

Email: alex@teddypadel.com

Candice Rawlins

Co-founder of Teddy Padel & Commercial Director
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Candice Rawlins

Co-founder of Teddy Padel & Commercial Director

Candice is the co-founder of Teddy Padel and Teddy Swimming, programmes designed to introduce young children to sport in a fun and engaging way. With over 15 years of experience, she successfully runs a thriving swimming, tennis, and padel club. A passionate teacher, she specialises in coaching children aged 7 and under, bringing energy, patience, and creativity to every session. As a dedicated Teddy coach, she believes in the power of play-based learning to build confidence, coordination, and a lifelong love for sport. For Candice, nothing is more rewarding than delivering fun, safe, and effective lessons that truly make a difference.

Phone: +33638235363

Email: Candice@teddysportsworld.com

Candace Smit

Client Liaison
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Candace Smit

Client Liaison

My name is Candace Smit, and I have been part of the Teddy Sports World Head Office team since 2021. In my role, I manage general email enquiries, assist potential franchisees with onboarding, and provide marketing support through social media and website updates. I also handle processing orders for our online pro shops, invoicing potential franchises, shipping equipment to franchisees and customers worldwide, and assisting with the ordering of equipment and clothing. With a career in the sports industry dating back to 2008, I bring over 15 years of experience to Teddy Sports World. I enjoy combining my passion for sport with my expertise in customer service and operations. I am proud to support our range of programs — Teddy Tennis, Teddy Padel, Teddy Soccer, Teddy Cricket, and Teddy Sports Club — all designed to inspire young children to be active, confident, and passionate about sport.

Phone: +270722748640

Email: Info@teddysportsworld.com

Jordan Hambly-Nuss

Marketing Manager
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Jordan Hambly-Nuss

Marketing Manager

Jordan Hambly-Nuss holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a specialisation in Marketing. For the past four years, Jordan has been leading marketing efforts at Teddy Sports World, where creativity and strategy come together to grow the brand and engage communities. Outside of work, Jordan enjoys walking, exploring nature, and traveling.

Phone: +270764943772

Email: Jordan@teddysportsworld.com

Prima Roy Pramanick

Creative Content Illustrator
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Prima Roy Pramanick

Creative Content Illustrator

Prima Roy Pramanick is a creative force who has been spreading imagination, joy and creativity since 2013. With a decade-long journey at Teddy Sports World, Prima has blended animation, illustration, and storytelling to make learning games fun and sports irresistible. Passionate about turning play into purpose, Prima uses cartoons and visual narratives to inspire children and adults alike to embrace sports with enthusiasm. Her vision is clear: to transform the way people see physical activity—not as a chore, but as a celebration of movement, creativity, and community. Through art, Prima champions a world where everyone finds joy in sport.

Phone: +918777619074

Email: prima.bkp@gmail.com

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Get to know Teddy Padel

All the info you need to get started!

Your questions on Teddy Padel.

And if you don’t see it here, we’re happy to answer any questions you have.
Our team loves to talk Teddy. Get in touch

  • Teddy Padel is available all around the world! To find a class near you, just click on the Find A Class button. It’s the easiest way to see all the options in your area and pick the perfect class for your kids. You can see our global locations on teddypadel.com .

  • If you’re a parent, here’s what your little “Cub Cadet” will need for each Teddy Padel lesson:

    – Sports shoes – something comfy and designed for play.
    – A bottle of water – staying hydrated is key!
    – Sportswear – clothes that are easy to move around in.

    A racket is provided at the lesson, or you can buy one from our online shop.

    If you’re running a Teddy Padel programme, you’ll also need specific equipment to support our Cub Cadets. Just reach out through our contact page for more details.

  • No, you don’t need a tennis court to play Teddy Padel! One of the best things about Teddy Padel is its flexibility – it can be played anywhere with enough space. That might be any indoor area, a squash court, or even outdoors when the weather’s right.

  • Absolutely! Teddy Padel gives kids the best possible start in tennis. Every game and activity is carefully designed to help young children build the fundamental skills they need, all in a way they can understand and enjoy. Graduates of our Teddy Padel Academy develop top-level skills for their age group, setting them up to become successful tennis players for life.

  • Absolutely! We’d love to connect with businesses and individuals interested in setting up a Teddy Padel licence in their local area, anywhere in the world. For more details, visit our licensee website, or get in touch with us at info@teddysportsworld.com. We’re always happy to hear from potential partners!

  • Yes, they can! And we’ve been proving it for over 20 years. With the right equipment, trained teachers, and an engaging educational framework – like our music, games, and visuals that let kids “see it, hear it, and do it” – the system works brilliantly. Plus, kids love it, want to play more and more, and often discover a lifelong love of activity.

  • A Teddy Padel Academy is a dedicated location where the official Teddy Padel programme for children aged 3–6 years is delivered. It is not a separate programme or brand for older children. Teddy Padel is part of Teddy Sports World and introduces young children to padel through music, pictures, stories, games and specially designed equipment.

  • Teddy Padel Academy is designed for children aged approximately 3–6 years. Like Teddy Padel itself, it is an early-years sports and educational programme created specifically for pre-school and early primary-age children.

  • No. Teddy Padel Academy is not a different programme from Teddy Padel. It is simply a name that may be used to describe a dedicated Teddy Padel teaching location. The programme taught there is the official Teddy Padel programme for children aged 3–6.

  • No. The Teddy Padel and Teddy Padel Academy programmes are designed primarily for children aged 3–6 years. Teddy Sports World specialises in introducing young children to sport through its distinctive early-years teaching methodology.

  • Children are introduced to the foundations of padel through the Teddy Teaching System, combining physical activity with music, visual learning, stories, characters and games. Lessons develop coordination, movement, confidence, racket and ball skills and an early understanding of padel in a fun and age-appropriate environment.

  • Yes. Teddy Padel is part of Teddy Sports World, the family of early-years sports programmes developed from the original Teddy Tennis teaching concept. Teddy Padel Academy refers to a location dedicated to delivering the official Teddy Padel programme.

  • Teddy Padel is a Teddy Sports World programme developed from the Teddy Tennis teaching system and intellectual property owned by Teddy Tennis Ltd. Authorised Teddy Padel locations operate under the Teddy Sports World brand and programme standards.

  • A traditional junior padel academy may teach children across a wide range of ages. A Teddy Padel Academy specialises in introducing young children aged approximately 3–6 to padel using the Teddy Teaching System. The emphasis is on early-years learning, enjoyment, movement, coordination and developing introductory padel skills.

  • Official Teddy Padel and Teddy Padel Academy locations are authorised to deliver the Teddy Padel programme and use Teddy Sports World intellectual property. Parents and venues should check the official Teddy Padel website for information about authorised locations and programmes.

  • Yes. Padel clubs, sports centres, leisure facilities and suitable children’s activity venues can apply to become an authorised Teddy Padel Academy or Teddy Padel location, delivering the programme to children aged approximately 3–6.

Teddy Padel: ways to play

Teddy Padel lessons
Group or private lessons at our premium locations.
Teddy Padel parties
Celebrate in style with our custom play parties and bear friends!
Teddy Padel camps
Weekends, holidays, on vacation or at home, it’s fun to play away.
Teddy Padel playdates
Meet up with friends with a focus on games, music, activity, and fun!

Looking for your nearest Teddy venue?
Get in touch and we’ll help you out!

Holiday Fun Awaits

Sign Up for Teddy Padel Camps Near You!

Teddy Padel Camps combine padel, games, and activities for kids aged 2 to 6, ensuring a fun and exciting holiday experience!

To sign up, email info@teddysportsworld.com with your name, location, and contact details.

Celebrate Your Child’s Birthday with a Teddy Padel Party!

A Teddy Padel Birthday Party is packed with music, games, and prizes, lasting 1 to 1½ hours, tailored to your child’s needs. We can even create custom invitations like Danny Bear’s.

For more information, email us info@teddysportsworld.com with your name, location, and contact details.

Teddy Padel Birhtday

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Teddy Padel Licensees

We Make It Easy

Accessible pricing, comprehensive support: it’s a turnkey business

Through The Funnel

Teddy Padel is the perfect feeder programme for older kids

Future-Proof Business

Parents invest in their kids’ health and happiness

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Full-stack online learning and reporting

Teddy Padel Classes & Age Guide

Baby Bear Team

2 - 3 years

Danny Bear Team

3 - 4 years

Charlie Bear Team

4 - 5 years

Head Ted Team

5 - 6 years

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