February 2026 – The Nautilus Maldives is delighted to welcome back Denise Höfer, Germany’s No. 1 padel player and a leading global ambassador of the sport, for a renewed edition of its Masters for Masters series, taking place from March 25-28, 2026. This four-day programme invites families, couples and players of every level to discover padel as a joyful shared adventure, guided by one of the world’s most inspiring padel athletes.
Padel has grown into a worldwide phenomenon, celebrated for its accessibility and its ability to bring people together. Fast, intuitive and inherently social, it is the perfect sport for parents and children, partners and friends. With its playful nature and quick learning curve, padel creates rare moments where beginners and seasoned players can genuinely enjoy the game side by side.
In this spirit, The Nautilus presents a ‘Padel Masterclass’ shaped by connection. Whether learning your first rally with your partner, watching your children gain confidence on the court, or joining a spirited group session with fellow travellers, the programme transforms play into an experience of shared joy and discovery.
Guests will train with Denise Höfer across a curated line up of classes. Tailored, on-demand experiences including Couples Escape, Family Fun, Cardio Padel and Padel × Wellness invite guests to hyper-personalise their journey, blending movement with mindfulness, and performance with lighthearted enjoyment. Complimentary daily sessions feature a Group Masterclass and a Children’s Masterclass, each thoughtfully crafted to suit different learning styles and skill levels.
After energising mornings on the court, guests can retreat to Solasta Spa for treatments inspired by natural flow and deep release. Personalised massages, stretching rituals and ocean-influenced therapies provide a gentle counterbalance to the day’s activities, inviting both body and mind to settle into a state of restoration. The experience becomes a soothing rhythm of movement, rest and reconnection, perfectly aligned with the private island’s unhurried philosophy.
With just 26 ultra-luxury houses and residences in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, The Nautilus offers the ideal setting for meaningful time together. Days unfold freely, guided not by schedules but by the simple desire to savour each moment. Whether learning a new skill as a family, sharing a playful match at sunset, or cheering one another from the sidelines, every experience becomes part of a memory shaped by spontaneity and warmth.
The Padel Masterclass with Denise Höfer invites guests to discover more than technique. It offers a chance to bond, to grow and to reconnect with the joy of learning something new together. At The Nautilus, this journey is shaped not by rules, but by the freedom to follow your own rhythm.
Denise Höfer, Germany’s No. 1 Padel Player, shares: “I’m thrilled to be returning to The Nautilus for this special edition of its Masters for Masters series. The Nautilus’s padel court is truly one of my favourites in the world: it’s incredible setting and stunning lagoon views create an atmosphere unlike anywhere else. I can’t wait to share this unique experience with The Nautilus guests once again.”
Adan Gomez, General Manager of The Nautilus Maldives, adds: “We are delighted to welcome Denise Höfer back to our shores. Having an athlete of her talent and success return to our island is a true honour and offering our guests the rare opportunity to train with her makes this event genuinely exceptional.”
Event Details:
Dates: March 25-28 2026
Location: The Nautilus Maldives
To learn more about Denise Höfer and this exclusive experience, please visit our website.
ABOUT THE NAUTILUS MALDIVES
Located in the Baa Atoll – a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve – and surrounded by the natural beauty of Hanifaru Bay, The Nautilus is an ultra-luxe bohemian hideaway in the Maldives, boasting just 26 beach and ocean houses and residences. The private island resort provides guests with the freedom to create the holiday they desire. Each house and residence benefits from a full butler service with a dedicated House Master, taking bespoke luxury to a new level and catering to each guest’s individual needs in crafting unique experiences. A huge selection of activities for all ages awaits at The Nautilus, from bespoke culinary adventures and underwater explorations to private yacht cruises. The Nautilus features three restaurants and two bars, as well as the Solasta Spa that provides bespoke wellness programmes; a range of treatments; and yoga, fitness and meditation classes.
Created by a Maldivian hospitality visionary who was instrumental in developing numerous award-winning resorts, The Nautilus is the benchmark for ultra-luxury, not just in the Maldives but worldwide. His legacy is carried forward through the bohemian philosophy of the island by the next generation of the family.
The Nautilus was named Best Resort in the Indian Ocean in Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2020 and amongst the top three Best Resorts in the World. It was also listed in Condé Nast Traveler’s highly prestigious The Gold List 2021 and Condé Nast Traveler Middle East’s The Gold List 2021 and recognised as Best Private Island Retreat in Tatler’s Travel Awards 2021. The Nautilus Maldives was named by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards as one of the top resorts in the Indian Ocean and has also been recognised by TripAdvisor as one of the top 10% of hotels worldwide in the 2023 Travelers’ Choice awards. The Nautilus Retreat was listed among the Maldives’ Most Outrageous villas by Travel+Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2024. The Nautilus Maldives was recognised among the top 5 Resorts in the Indian Ocean by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. The Nautilus was also named in the Tatler Wedding Guide 2025, the UK’s leading luxury wedding publication. Most recently, The Nautilus was recognised once again in Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, reaffirming its position as one of the top resorts in the Indian Ocean as well as awarded best “Independent Luxury Hotel of the Year” as part of the Aspire Awards 2025.
For more information, please contact:
Ruhi Batra
1524 Delhi
Email: [email protected] | Mobile: 9810359721
