The coach is in front of the player, who stands on the right leg. The coach points direction with the arm, and the player jumps in a given direction on the right leg.
In this drill, player works on strength and balance at the same time. Repetitive jumps on one leg check players' ability to maintain high level of movement even whilst being tired. This drill helps to improve forehand open stance groundstroke, backhand close stance groundstroke and backhand volley.
On-court coaching is now fully legal, technology continues to advance, and the ATP calendar evolves. Here's what tennis coaches need to know for 2026.
Tennis demands a unique combination of endurance, power, agility, and flexibility. Physical preparation determines how long careers last and how players perform when it matters most.
Ecological dynamics is transforming tennis coaching. This constraints-led approach develops adaptable, creative players who can solve problems in competition, not just execute drilled patterns.
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