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Backhand Approach

Players start iff in no mans land. Players approach the backhand, gets into the first volley position (Backhand), then changes to forehand for second volley down the open court

Backhand Drills

Forehand / Backhand (live)

Player starts in centre, having recieved a ball from the backhand side of the court.Player has to hit back the 1st backhand the 2nd forehand and finishes with a backhand down the line into the open court.

Forehand & Backhand Drill

Forehand Approach

Players start off in no mans land, then plays the forehand approach, get ths first volley position (Forehand). Player then changes to backhand for second volley down open court.

Forehand & Backhand Drill

Forehand Lateral, with depth (live ball)

Drill Set-Up:Players start off in backhand doubles corner and executes two balls.Topic of Emphasis:Player steps out in on first shot and plays open stance on second volley.Player aim for greater depth.Variation:Coach can vary fielding position and players alternate direction and depth.

Forehand Drills

Forehand Passing Shot With Backhand Volley

One player starts on 2nd volley position at centre and groundstroker on centre baseline. Groundstroker moves out and plays pass down the line. The volleyer then hits to open court

Passing Shots Drills

Live ball drill with player

In this Drill the players start in the tram line. With the coach feeding the first ball from the basket the first player hits a controlled forehand back to the player at the net who in turn plays the ball in to the open court for the player to run onto the ball and hit a winner down the line. Player then runs around the cone and returns back to the queue.

Rally Drills

Live Ball with Coach

In this drill the players start in the tram line. With the coach feeding the first ball from the basket, the first player hits a controlled forehand back to the coach who in turn plays the ball in to the open court for the player to run onto the ball and hit a winner down the line. Player then runs around the cone and returns back to the queue.

Forehand Drills

Live Ball with Player

In this drill the players start in the tram line. With the coach feeding the first ball from the basket the first player hits a controlled forehand back to the player at the net who in turn plays the ball in to the open court for the player to run onto the ball and hit a winner down the line. Player then runs around the cone and returns back to the queue.

Forehand Drills

Opening up the court

Players start the centre. Players moveout to play forehand crosscourt. They then recover and play a backhand in service box to opposide Side-T angle

Forehand & Backhand Drill

Push Out

Mark out continuations of the outside tram lines behind the court. Play out normal points but player can claim bonus points if the win the point after 'pushing' their opponent beyond the tram-lines.

Rally Drills

Open The Court With Angle Back...

The coach and player rally together from the advantage side. The player's goal is to open the court with the angle shot. After a successful rally with the backhand angle, the coach then hits an easy ball to let the player finish with a down the line drive.

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Don't open the court Forehand ...

Deuce service box is marked with cones, and the coach feeds balls to the backhand side. The player hits forehand inside in or inside out - they have to avoid the marked zone (deuce service box)!

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Open the court and finish down...

2 players rally together in cross court direction. Player A picks the right moment to hit angle shot and opens the court up. After successful angle shot player finishes the next ball down the line.Drill specifications:1 point and switchOnly 2 players can play at one court so quick change after the point is the best way to keep all players hitting. While waiting for own turn players should perform specific fitness drills that will lead to the improvements in their games. Jump rope or footwork on the ladder are quick and dynamic exercises that can be used to achieve these goals.

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Open the backhand Serve and Re...

The coach stands next to the doubles alley and the player serves wide from the ad side. The player's goal is to serve to the coach.

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Opening up the court Forehand ...

Players start the centre. Players moveout to play forehand crosscourt. They then recover and play a backhand in service box to opposide Side-T angle

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Tennis: First volley forehand ...

Volleyer moves in to play 1st volley cross court: passer goes down the line playing to open court

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Serve with Opening Serve and R...

Player serves from one side. Coach feeds random ball as a return. Player reacts and hits the next shot to the open space.

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Cross the line with right leg ...

Player stands next to the singles line. Coach feeds ball behind the doubles alley. Player moves to the ball, crosses doubles line with right leg and hits forehand in open stance. Player recovers back and repeats this pattern again while moving forward after each shot.

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Learn to use upper body Foreha...

Player takes ready position. Coach throws ball to the forehand side. Player doesn't move legs and hits forehand. Player has to use only upper body to hit the ball.

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Tennis: First volley down the ...

Approacher moves forward plays forhand volley down the line while passer tries to pass cross-court; volleyer must cover the cross-court area and volley the ball into the open court.

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Ready backhand Backhand Drills...

The coach stands in front of the player and throws balls to the backhand side. The player executes backhands using only open stance.

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Control Is The Key Forehand Dr...

The coach throws an easy ball to the player who hits a forehand shot back to the coach. The Coach then throws the ball back again but this time the player hits a forehand shot to the open space (deuce side) where the cones are situated.

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Hitting winners v net player P...

Coach feeds in a ball to the player on the base line who has to try and hit a passing shot past the player at the net

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Know the Direction Forehand Dr...

Coach feeds high balls into random spots. Coach moves to one of the sides. Player hits an overhead into the open court.

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Deep and short Forehand Drills...

Cones are set on the deuce side (deep and short). The player stands on the service line and the coach feeds high ball to the forehand side. The player executes forehand drive in the air deep cross-court and moves forward, before the coach feeds another ball to the backhand side.The player finishes with backhand drop-volley down the line.

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Awareness of the opponent Fore...

Coach stands in the middle of the court and feeds the ball to the advantage side. The coach will then move left or right, and the player has to be aware of where the coach has moved, and hit a forehand to the open area opposite to where the coach is stood.

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Balance is everything Forehand...

Player stands on balance platforms. Coach feeds balls to the forehand side. Player executes forehand stroke while maintaining balance.

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Live ball drill with player Ra...

In this Drill the players start in the tram line. With the coach feeding the first ball from the basket the first player hits a controlled forehand back to the player at the net who in turn plays the ball in to the open court for the player to run onto the ball and hit a winner down the line. Player then runs around the cone and returns back to the queue.

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Live Ball with Coach Forehand ...

In this drill the players start in the tram line. With the coach feeding the first ball from the basket, the first player hits a controlled forehand back to the coach who in turn plays the ball in to the open court for the player to run onto the ball and hit a winner down the line. Player then runs around the cone and returns back to the queue.

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Proper positioning Forehand Dr...

Red cones are set on deuce side; yellow cones are set on the ad side. The coach throws balls to the ad side, and the player runs around and hits forehand inside out (yellow cone) or inside in (red cone). After the shot, the player recovers to the proper cone according to the shot's direction.

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Inside Put to Opponents Backha...

Player starts at the centre and plays inside out Forehand to opponunts backhand corner . Opponent then hits a backhand down the line. Players play out the rally.

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Feeling Comfortable At The Front Of The Court

To improve skills that are necessary to take advantage of short balls and win points at the net.

Serving wide to create the one two punch

This is the first part of this two-part attacking serving session - serving from the deuce court

Implementing down the line shot

Implement the down the line shot into your players? game and get them mixing up their play with this session

First Shots Change the Game

Get your players into the game straight away, by working on the first shots of the rally, such as the drop shot!

Play Back Behind, The Art Of Wrong Footing

Mix things up! Get your players hitting the ball in the space that's just opened up behind their opponent!

Technical Basics of the Backhand Volley

To start from scratch and break down the backhand volley to ensure the correct technique is used by players.

Small Court, Bigger Possibilities

To work on technical and physical fundamentals

Working on Groundstrokes

Teach your players how to improve their power and accuracy, and get them hitting groundstrokes like the pros!

Learning The Backhand Half Volley

To learn the basics of a backhand half-volley shot at the net and make it an automatic response for players dealing with shots at their legs.

Master open stance with forehand stroke

Don?t let your forehand get predictable. Leave your opponent guessing with an open stance to give you the chance to hit it wherever you like!

Put Pressure On Your Rival's Movement

We look at how to take control of rallies by manipulating the opponent around the court. Instead of forcing shots, start winning rallies with controlled shots into space.

Control and Consistency on the Court

In this session we look at building consistency and control into rallies. We look at each skill you might use at different points throughout the rally and work on getting the basic technique of these skills perfect.

Hitting Winners - Assertive Play

Instil the winning instinct in your players and get them to assert themselves on court and spot when the time is right to whack a winner!

Advanced Rallying - Deep and Accurate Play

Blow away the cobwebs and find out just how well your players can volley with this advanced rallying session, designed for groups large and small!

Nail the Inside Out and In Forehand!

Get your players hitting forehands like Rafael Nadal, and master the technical and tactical sides to the inside out and in forehand!

The backhand Cross-court - a formidable weapon

Fire a Cross-Court Backhand shot across your opponent's bow and open up the court with this offensive stroke!

Master open stance with foreha...

Don?t let your forehand get predictable. Leave your opponent guessing with an open stance to give you the chance to hit it wherever you like!

Advanced Overhead Smash | Tenn...

Top pros make the overhead smash look easy, now your players can too! Build up their technique gradually to make a notoriously difficult shot feel easy.
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Backhand grip

In Nick Saviano's book, Maximum Tennis, Andre Agassi is said to have a very 'soft' left hand on his backhand, and yet often I hear and read many tips suggesting a very dominant, or active, supporting hand for the two handed backhand. Especially now, with the more semi-open stanced players, what should I suggest when teaching the backhand to developing players?

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How do you beat someone who is clearly inferior but just keeps the ball in play?

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I'm coaching middle school tennis for the first time. Where to begin?

Coaching tennis to middle school athletes for the first time. How do I begin?

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Hi Many times you find new beginners, especially kids, tend to do the easier way of forehand shots by under-spinning/slicing the balls to get over the nets. I've tried a few ways but it's not to easy to change a habit. Please help. Thanks a lot. KT.

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Backhand grip | Sportplan

In Nick Saviano's book, Maximum Tennis, Andre Agassi is said to have a very 'soft' left hand on his backhand, and yet often I hear and read many tips suggesting a very dominant, or active, supporting hand for the two handed backhand. Especially now, with the more semi-open stanced players, what should I suggest when teaching the backhand to developing players?

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