Tennis is a great way to get exercise and have fun, but it's important to make sure you're doing it right. Here are six things all tennis players should do to make the most of their game.
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Our tennis coaches, Joseph and Desmond, show you how to hit a forehand and backhand. These are two of the most basic strokes in tennis, so it's important to learn how to do them correctly. Watch as they share some key tips and also demonstrate how to hit each stroke in a long rally!
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If you're new to tennis, or are just getting back into the game after taking some time off, you may be wondering what your NTRP (National Tennis Rating Program) rating is. This guide will explain the different levels of the NTRP rating system and help you determine which level best describes your current skill set.
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We give you 5 tips to get you to a solid intermediate-level tennis player: (1) Improve Your Footwork. (2) Improve Your Balance. (3) Increase Your Racket Acceleration. (4) Develop Better Ball Sense. (5) Cover All The Basics.
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Coach Joseph gives some forehand tips to Natalie and Joelle. He shows how you can improve your forehand by being more aware of your racket's contact point.
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In this video we will cover the three key steps for achieving a great kick serve, plus some other useful points. The kick serve AKA the topspin serve should be a weapon used by all players that want to progress from intermediate to advanced level. Not only will the kick serve allow for a reliable second serve but it can also be used strategically to place your opponent under pressure on their return.
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In this video we will be looking at the four grips in tennis. The Continental, Eastern, Semi-Western and Western grip. Joseph explains how we hold them, what we use them for and the pros and cons of each.
Before diving in we must know the different bevels! By bevels we mean the edges on the handle of our rackets. This is explained in the video in greater detail. Once we are familiar with the bevels we can start to play around with the different grips.
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We teach you how to hit the forehand. You can even practice a few shadow swings at home.
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Learn how to hit the tennis backhand with the proper stance, backswing, contact point, and follow-through. You can practice at home, if you are in a lockdown period. Stay safe!
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The volley is an offensive and delicate shot that can help us finish off dogged opponents who return every ball back. In this video we will be looking at the technique for hitting a solid volley and a drill you can do at home to practise.
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In this video we will be covering the three different serves in tennis: the flat, slice and topspin serves. We will go through the motions of each of the serves and look at the two main technical factors that make the serves different from one another.
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The tweener is one of the most spectacular shots in the game of tennis. It involves hitting the ball through your legs while running towards the baseline, with your back facing the net and opponent. Enjoyed by the player, adored by the crowd, the tweener is one of the most satisfying shots to hit and watch, always making it into the match highlights.
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We examine the changes in grip, swing and stance so that you have an idea of how tennis has evolved to become the game we play today and understand why the technique that you are using or being taught today can help maximise your potential and improve your tennis skills.
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