Beginner training plan
Your first lessonBasics of the game, scoring, basic rules, and 2-3 solo practice routines.
Lesson 2-3Continuing from lessons 1, while solidifying understanding, and I’ll be watching for any habits that may need to be changed.
Lesson 4-10Serve strategy, practice, and solo routines. Kitchen hands strategy, practice, and solo routines. Keeping any out for any detrimental habits.
Lesson 11+The players aptitude and practice will determine the lesson priorities
Youth players
Working with kidsI start by identifying strengths, and playing to those strengths to solidify interest in the sport. I make sure that kids know all relevant rules.
Working with teenagersAfter identifying strengths, I try to build up confidence using challenges, encouragement, and (hopefully) competitiveness. With teens, it helps if I know what motivates them before the lesson begins.
