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Test for hyperextension

Targeted development of mobility, stability, and overhead control—with direct benefits for the Serve and core stability in tennis.

When technique takes shape – Forehand in orange stage

When technique takes shape – Forehand in orange stage

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A Close Look at Roger’s Footwork on a Wide and Deep Forehand

A Close Look at Roger’s Footwork on a Wide and Deep Forehand

How Federer creates balance on the run: master footwork, build a strong base, and improve your forehand under pressure.

More Than Just Lob and Smash: Game-Based Net Play Warm-Up

More Than Just Lob and Smash: Game-Based Net Play Warm-Up

Game-based warm-up with overheads, volleys and return-like movements to improve footwork, reaction and coordination.

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Forehand Variation with Mini Net

Forehand Variation with Mini Net

The coach sets up the mini net in the forecourt, parallel to the net. The player practices the disguised (feinted) forehand drop shot

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The Singles Tactic Master Class

The Singles Tactic Master Class

Master tennis shot selection with our video course. Learn to make smart, tactical decisions for every court situation. Over 100 videos to optimize your game.

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Introduction

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The Geometry of the Court

Understanding the Geometry

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Essential Tactical Concepts

Essential Tactical Concepts

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Do not Beat Yourself

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Get the Point Started

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Take the Net out of the Game

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Do what you do Best

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Exploit Weaknesses

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Understand the Situation

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The Power of Crosscourt

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Summary and Conclusions Essential Tactical Concept

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The Laws of the Battle

The Laws of the Battle

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Laws of the First Serve 5 Topics

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Make at Least 60 % of your First Serves

The Goal of the First Serve is to Control the Point

Look for a Weak Return after an Aggressive First Serve

Use Variety on the First Serve

Use the Slice Serve as an Option on your First Serve

Laws of the Second Serve 3 Topics

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A Good Second Serve Prevents the Opponent from Attacking you

Make the Opponent Return with his/her Weaker Shot

Aim at the Body if the Returner is Attacking the Net on the Return

General Serving Laws 10 Topics

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Serve Mostly to the Weakness with a 25% Variation

On Key Points Serve to the Weakness

Learn to Disguise the Serve

Follow the Serve when Serving and Volleying

Strive to Get the Opponent off Balance

Hit a Safe Serve after a Double Fault

Do not Forget the Body Serve

Serve and Volley against a Chip Return

Serve and Volley if the Opponent Stands Far from the Baseline

The Serve to the “T” is a Good Alternative when Serving and Volleying

Laws of the First Serve Return 3 Topics

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Keep the Point Neutral. Depth is Key on First Serve Returns!

Pick a Big Target, hit Crosscourt on First Serves

Chip when you Block a First Serve Return

Laws of the Second Serve Return 4 Topics

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Vary Your Position to Take Advantage of Second Serves

Do not Let the Ball get Above your Shoulders!

When you Run Around the Backhand Hit Inside Out

The Second Serve may be your Best Chance to Attack. Take Advantage!

General Returning Laws 11 Topics

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Return Wide Serves to the Middle or Crosscourt

Watch the Ball and Stay Relaxed!

Against a Serve and Volleyer Hit Low to the Middle on First Serves

Vary your Position to Return

Adjust your Return Position on Key Points

Adjust your Position to the Situation

Get the Point Started

On Clay You Have the Option of Backing up and Taking a Full Swing

Return to the Weakness, Down the Line or to the Middle when Chipping and Charging.

Use the Outside Shot to Chip and Charge

Start Moving Forward as the Opponent Tosses to Chip and Charge

Rallying Laws 10 Topics

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Hit the Ball Early!

Hit Deep, Down the Line against a Forcing Drop Shot

Hit the Drop Shot when in Control and Using Disguise

Vary your Shots to Force a Short Ball

Hit Crosscourt and High when in Trouble

Use Angles when Inside the Court and Close to the Sidelines

Only Hit Down the Line when in Control of the Point

Use Mostly Crosscourt Shots in Neutral or Defensive Positions.

Adjust the Length of your Backswing

Start your Attack with an Inside out Forehand

Approaching Laws 8 Topics

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Attack the Net when the Opponent is Stretched

Follow the Path of the Approach Shot

Do not Forget the Middle of the Court Approach Shot

Approach to the Weak Side when Possible

Approach Crosscourt only if you can Force the Opponent

The Down the Line Approach Shot Helps you Cover the Net Better.

Low and Deep is an Ideal Combination on Approach Shots

A Short Approach is a Good Change up

Net Play Laws 7 Topics

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Follow the Ball to Cover the Net Better

When Stretched, Volley Down the Line

Against Low Passingshots Play Safe and Deep

Play High Volleys Crosscourt, Low Volleys Down the Line

Cover the Down the Line Passing Shot when Approaching Inside out

Deep Lob – Deep Overheads and Short Lobs – Angles

Recover Quickly and Follow the Ball

Passing Laws 9 Topics

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Play it Safe after Returning an Overhead

Use a Low Slice when in a Defensive Position

Relax and Watch the Contact Point

Use a High Defensive Lob when out of Balance

Use Lobs When an Opponent gets Very Close to the Net

Keep your Passing Shots Low

Recover into the Court after Hitting a Passing Shot

Catch the Ball Early to Hit a Passing Shot

Make the Opponent Volley

Summary and Conclusions The Laws of the Battle

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Integrating the Laws of the Battle

Integrating The Laws of the Battle – Introduction

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Integrating the Laws of the Battle

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Summary and Conclusions Integrating the Laws of the Battle

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Strategic Ideas Against Different Styles

Strategic Ideas Against Different Styles

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The Monster Forehand

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Summary and Conclusions Strategic Ideas Against Different Game Styles

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The 8 Fundamental Singles Strategies

8 Fundamental Strategies

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Out-rally your Opponent

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Overpower the Opponent

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Use your Strengths

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Attack Weaknesses and Patterns

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Force the Opponent to the Net

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Summary and Conclusions The 8 Fundamentals Singles Strategies

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Summary and Conclusions

Final Summary and Conclusions Singles Tactic Course

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