Drills
Pass or Play Direct? Doubles with Multiple Options
Creative Mini tennis doubles: pass or play directly? Variable rules promote ball control, movement and tactical decisions as a team.
WarmUp
From control stroke to overhead in slow motion
Control the ball, lift it to the right height, and hit it softly overhead: this mini tennis court exercise develops Feel, rhythm,…
Drills
Pre-exercise for the volley: Move actively toward the ball
This catching and throwing exercise teaches the central forward movement toward the ball and prepares you in a controlled way for a…
Drills
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…
Drills
Backhand Angles on the Run: Control, Rotation, and Recovery
Train backhand angles on the run with clear targets, active rotation, and a fast recovery back to the center of the court.
Drills
Overhead coordination for beginners with the balloon
Improve overhead coordination in beginners using simple but effective exercises with the balloon.
Drills
Controlling serve length: The ball toss is the secret
You control the length of your serve primarily by how you toss the ball. With small variations, you will quickly develop a…
Drills
Be where the ball bounces
Players must use their footwork to be where the ball bounces. This is the only way to achieve the optimal hitting position.
Drills
The mini-net as a visual aid for the aggressive fundamental stroke
In this drill, the mini net finds a new "purpose": it serves as a visual aid for the perfect distance to the…
Drills
The mini-net as a visual teaching tool for aggressive groundstrokes
In this drill, the mini-net is given a new “purpose”: it serves as a visual aid for the perfect distance to the…
Drills
Improving your First Step
A quick first step is essential for an effective footwork. The following progression will show you how to work on exploding out…
Drills
Reaction when returning the ball with your back to the net
The return player starts with her back to the net. The server gives the command “Hopp” when throwing up the ball, whereupon…
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