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Technique

A solid technique is essential in tennis. This section will help you understand the most important technical aspects of each stroke.

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Essential and Fundamental Advice

In this section you will find simple but powerful advice that you can immediately apply to improve all aspects of the game.

Here some examples of advice to improve the serve, return and groundstrokes.

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In the Technique section, we dissect each stroke and provide you with detailed advice about every important aspect of each stroke.

In this video you will find examples of footwork, volley, lob and overhead advice.

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Same Volley Grip for Forehand and Backhand Volley?
Same Volley Grip for Forehand and Backhand Volley?
What is the ideal grip at the net? In general the Continental Grip can be used to hit a forehand and...
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Volley Contact Point - Forehand and Backhand
Volley Contact Point - Forehand and Backhand
It is important to differentiate between the contact point on the forehand volley and on the backhand...
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Set the Strings at the Height of the Incoming Ball for Better Volleys
Set the Strings at the Height of the Incoming Ball for Better Volleys
Great volleyers set the strings behind the path of the incoming ball to avoid swinging up or down the...
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The Ideal Grip for a Forehand Volley
The Ideal Grip for a Forehand Volley
It is common for beginners to use the same grip to hit a forehand off the ground and a forehand volley....
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Keep a Firm Wrist on your Forehand Volley
Keep a Firm Wrist on your Forehand Volley
A solid forehand volley is a compact shot with little motion. The pace on the ball is generated by the...
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The Ideal Grip for a Backhand Volley
The Ideal Grip for a Backhand Volley
The grip is the base for a successful shot, and for a backhand volley a Continental grip is ideal. Learn...
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Volley - Think Catch for Great Volleys
Volley - Think Catch for Great Volleys
The key to great volleying is to change your mentality. At the net you need to think about catching the...
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The Half Volley Makes you a Complete Player at the Net
The Half Volley Makes you a Complete Player at the Net
A good half volley is an essential shot for any net player. Before you reach an offensive position at...
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Move Through the Half Volleys
Move Through the Half Volleys
Half volleys are transition shots usually hit while moving towards the net. They require a very short...
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One Hand or Two Hands for a Backhand Half Volley?
One Hand or Two Hands for a Backhand Half Volley?
When hitting a backhand half volley, players with a two handed backhand find it easier to hit the shot...
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Half volley Technique
Half volley Technique
Hitting a half volley requires a very short backswing and a low to high swing. Setting the racquet head...
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Using the Topspin or Swinging Volley
Using the Topspin or Swinging Volley
A topspin volley allows you to take a high, slow ball in the air and hit it aggressively. The shot is...
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Use the Topspin Volley as a Transition Shot
Use the Topspin Volley as a Transition Shot
A topspin volley is a transition shot, usually hit on your way tot he net. Once you are at the net you...
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Two handed Backhand Swinging Volley
Two handed Backhand Swinging Volley
If you have a two handed backhand learning to hit a swinging volley is a must to help you take advantage...
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Learning to hit an Effective Drop Volley
Learning to hit an Effective Drop Volley
A drop volley is a very effective tool to allow you to change the rhythm of the point. This shot requires...
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The Ideal Footwork to Reach Wide Volleys
The Ideal Footwork to Reach Wide Volleys
At the net you need to be efficient to be able to cover the net effectively. Ideally you should be able...
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The Right Attitude at the Net is Half the Battle
The Right Attitude at the Net is Half the Battle
Being mentally ready at the net will make a huge difference. Here are a few ideas on how to develop the...
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Use an Aggressive Stance at the Net
Use an Aggressive Stance at the Net
At the net there is no time to waste. If you are not ready to move you have no chance, therefore, make...
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The Importance of the Split Step at the Net
The Importance of the Split Step at the Net
Developing a fluid split step at the net is essential. Here is how to go about it.
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Overhead - Keep Track of the Ball when Chasing a Lob
Overhead - Keep Track of the Ball when Chasing a Lob
Ideally, you want to avoid letting a lob bounce but sometimes a good lob will pass you. When that happens...
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Overhead - The Backhand Overhead
Overhead - The Backhand Overhead
The general tule is to always hit a forehand overhead when you can. However, once in a while the lob...
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Overhead - A Different Backswing for Different Situations
Overhead - A Different Backswing for Different Situations
As in any other stroke in tennis, the backswing needs to match the situation. When the lob is low and...
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Overhead - Let Very High Lobs Bounce
Overhead - Let Very High Lobs Bounce
As a general rule, you should never let a lob bounce. It is always a lot more effective to fight to hit...
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Improve your Overhead with a Strong First Move to the Ball
Improve your Overhead with a Strong First Move to the Ball
Getting under the ball in balance and ready to swing is half the battle when hitting overheads. Many...
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