Kids Physical and Motor SkillsFigure-eight flow in the deep lungeFigure-eight movements in the deep lunge improve mobility, leg axis stability, and control in tennis-specific positions.
DrillsPre-exercise for the volley: Move actively toward the ballThis catching and throwing exercise teaches the central forward movement toward the ball and prepares you in a controlled way for a…
CorrectionsMore legs, less racquet movement: the key volley correctionWith “lots of legs, little racket” to better volleys: this exercise shortens the backswing movement and develops control, timing, and footwork.
WarmUpPlaying cross precisely: targeting zones for more intensityImprove precision, ball control, and consistency with a simple crosscourt exercise where changing target zones create new challenges.
WarmUpMore intensity in the warm-up: put the ball down, pick the ball up, keep playingTennis-specific warm-up with an extra coordination task: the players hit down the line, put a ball down, keep playing, and pick it…