Eliminate any Tension when Returning

Tension is one of the main causes of unforced errors in tennis and the return is one of the strokes where players tense up the most. Improve your return by first recognizing tension and then eliminating it.

Return Technique Series

Footwork

• Different Types of Footwork to Return
• Synchronize Your Feet with the Serve to Improve Your Return
• Get Behind the Ball to Return Better

Watching the Ball

• Track the Ball from the Bounce to the Racquet for Better Returns
• Improving Your Tracking Ability on the Return

Backswing

• Use a Very Compact Swing for an Effective Return
• Set the Racquet Head Behind Your Contact Point as Soon as Possible

Swing

• You Are Here: Eliminate Any Tension When Returning
• Next Lesson: Stay Still for a Better Return
• Imagine You are at the Net When Blocking a Return
• At Times All You Can Do on the Return is Use Your Forearm