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Automatic pattern

The coach stands at the net on the ad side and feeds the ball to the backhand side.The player runs around and hits forehand inside out. The coach hits the ball back, and the player finishes with forehand inside in.

Forehand Drills

Backhand approach on the run

The coach stands in front of the player, and throws a low ball around the service line. The player sprints forward, hits backhand approach on the run and follows to take position at the net.

Backhand Drills

Bonus for good positioning

2 players play points against each other. Each player has a chance for additional points if he/she moves inside the baseline after a good offensive shot that forces the opponent to play defensively. Drill specifications: 1-2 points and switch 2 players compete with each other. With more players coach can set up specific footwork drills to improve movement or let players watch the points and pay attention especially to moving inside the baseline after a good offensive shot. This drill can work as a competition where players work individually or in teams.

Forehand Drills

Can you hit 3 balls

2 players play points together. Zone is set in the deep area in the middle on the player A side. Player A tries to win the point by hitting offensively. Player B wins the point if the opponent misses the ball or if he makes 3 defensive shots into the zone. Drill specifications: 1-2 points and switch This drill has a competitive context but players shouldn’t forget about their goals. Players should switch after 1-2 points to keep all players rotating dynamically. Coach can set up a game where 2 teams are playing up to 10 points and they switch defensive/offensive roles after the game is over. While waiting for own turn, coach shouldn’t give any additional drills for players to let them watch others and learn from their decisions.

Forehand & Backhand Drill

Effective all-court volleys

Cones (stations) are set on the player's side. The player starts from the first cone and the coach feeds the ball. The player then tries to hit the ball into the deuce zone. If he makes it he is allowed to move to the next station. If he doesn't he tries until he makes a successful shot.

Volley Drills

Finish in 3 shots

2 players play points against each other. Player A has to finish the point in 3 shots to win. Drill specifications: 2-3 points and switch Points are short so players can play few rallies in a row before they switch. With more players on the court waiting players should perform physical activities to improve footwork or they can observe other players to learn different tactical approaches.

Forehand & Backhand Drill

Forehand against backhand

Cones are set in the ad corner (backhand corner). The coach feeds random balls and the player hits only forehands into the proper zone.

Forehand Drills

Hit and hurdle

The coach feeds the ball to the player, and the player hits a backhand stroke. If the ball is hit inside the court player runs, puts the hurdle and runs over it. The player's goal is to put all the hurdles.

Coordination / Fun Games

Lob on the move

The coach feeds the ball to the backhand side and rises the racquet up. The player moves to the ball and hits backhand slice lob cross court. Coach's racquet is used as a point of reference for the player.

Lob

Respond to Drop Shot

Coach tosses low and short balls really close to the net. Player sprints and responds with counter drop shots.

Agility & Fitness

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Work on the Tactical Serve

Work on serving patterns with this session, combining the serve with the forehand, to gain the advantage!

Body and racquet under control

Develop balance and early footwork to maintain control of the body and racket head when hitting to all parts of the court.

Worthy Slice From The Forehand Side

To improve control over the sliced, backspin shot from the forehand side.

Patience, concentration and hard-work Session!

Make your players working hard through game, set and match with this mental and physical stamina session.

Touch, feel and bluff!

Ban spin and power shots in this back to basics, close-quarters rallying session to teach your players how to feel the ball and focus on their hand skills!

Hit the Perfect Forehand!

Don't get your player's feet in a muddle! Work on their footwork to hit the perfect forehand

Smash means the End!

Time the overhead perfectly and smash to victory with this session!

Serving wide to create the one two punch

This is the first part of this two-part attacking serving session - serving from the deuce court

Control under time pressure

Develop your players reactions and movement to get into position early to create more time for themselves, even when rushed into shots.

First Shots Change the Game

Get your players into the game straight away, by working on the first shots of the rally, such as the drop shot!

Sending and receiving low balls

Help your players to reach low balls and then send their own with this session, working on the right technique and thinking tactically, for the right moment

Using the Middle to Approach and Defend

Mix things up with the middle shot! Get your players using this underrated, high-percentage shot to reduce their opponent's options and take command of the point

Better footwork, better tennis

Improve your player's footwork with this week's session. Better footwork = better tennis!

The complete backhand volley

Get your players to master the backhand volley and dominate at the net with this session!

Conscious Play at the Net

Have a clear idea of where to hit your volleys. Don't snatch at the volley, control the depth and the speed to be able to gain better court position or win the point.

Learning to take the ball early and inside the court

Get your players to take the ball at the top of the bounce, making the shot easier for themselves while simultaneously giving their opponent less time!

Beat The Wall: Individual Sess...

Give your players a fun session that they can do with you, or in their own time, and feel the benefits of!

Smash means the End! | Tennis ...

Time the overhead perfectly and smash to victory with this session!

Reasonable Approach | Tennis L...

Keep your opponents guessing by mixing up when you approach the net. Use this session to teach your players about the tactical opportunities available when in close at the net!

Return Confidence | Tennis Les...

Don't shy away from the serve! Get your players returning confidently with this week's session!
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whats the benefits of upgrading membership?

whats the benefits of upgrading membership?

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Finding Drills used in weekly session plans

Been looking over some of the weekly sessions and would like to use some of the drills they use in my session planner but can`t find them when I search for them in the Drill section. Any ideas

Stephen Coach, Scotland

Can I delete a sessions folder?

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How can I access old sessions?

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How can I save sessions of the week for later use?

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How can I publish a Session?

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Red tennis coaching benchmarks?

Hi All, I'm new to 10 and under tennis coaching and currently I'm coaching a group for red tennis and I need to measure the group progress.To know if I am doing fine in coaching them.for example after how many session they should be able to rally?

Ahmed Fadl Coach, Saudi Arabia

How do I find the sessions I have purchased?

Steven Portplan Coach, England

Session of the week

Hi, the ''sessions of the week'' are every week the same. I see 3 different sessions: Improve your groundstrokes, move your opponent and 1 session based on the serve. When you guys are adding new sessions???? Thnx

Bas Coach, Netherlands

Subscription-error

Hello there,I have upgraded my subscription but all the plans are locked.Can you fix this pleaseGeorgia

Georgia Tzanavaras Coach, Australia

membership

why does my mobile show most sessions locked as if ive not subscribed, whereas laptop shows what i expect with access to lots of sessions

peter arme Coach, England

Locked out of sessions

Hi I can see all the sessions. I thought I was on the preimum access as I pay by direct debit.Please let me know if the direct debit has failed or something as gone wrong else where.Regards

Jen Clark Coach, England

locked sessions fro Premium

I just came across a session where an upgrade is asked?I have a Premium Account

Stephan Plomp Coach, Netherlands

Locked sessions

I have paid for the upgrade last week and still when im going to access sessions it is telling me i need to pay and upgrade?

Mollie Coach, England

making own plan

is there a way on the app we can develop our own practice sessions?

Hus Gurdag Coach, England

two week programme

hi my player going to play itf juniors so i need a two week programme is it possible?

samala ashok Coach, India

Psychology in tennis HELP! My ...

Psychology in tennis HELP!!! I have a daughter who is an excellent player who only started playing tennis seriously last yr at the age of 13. She is a much better player than all the people she has completed against in matches but always loses due to over hitting and getting upset if the wrong call is made (which happens frequently due to how fast she hits and serves) do we need some sort of psychological help for this. what is the best way to get this... books, councilling ??? any help would be most appreciated thanks

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How many hours must I play ten...

How many hours must I play tennis ?

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