Beginner training plan
Your first lessonGoal: Build comfort, learn the basics, and have fun.
ā¢ Introduction and discussion of goals and experience level
ā¢ Court orientation and basic tennis rules
ā¢ Grip fundamentals (Forehand, Backhand, and Serve grips)
ā¢ Forehand and backhand stroke basics
ā¢ Ready position, split step, and footwork fundamentals
ā¢ Feed-and-hit drills focusing on contact point and consistency
ā¢ Fun rally challenge to build confidence
ā¢ Homework: Practice shadow swings and ball control exercises
Lesson 2-3Goal: Improve consistency and movement.
ā¢ Review and reinforce fundamentals
ā¢ Forehand and backhand consistency drills
ā¢ Introduction to volleys and net play
ā¢ Movement drills: side-to-side, forward, and backward recovery
ā¢ Cross-court rally exercises
ā¢ Target-based accuracy drills
ā¢ Introduction to scoring and point play
ā¢ Homework: Wall rally practice or 10ā15 minutes of self-hitting
Lesson 4-10Goal: Develop control, confidence, and match-play skills.
ā¢ Topspin forehand and improved backhand technique
ā¢ Serve fundamentals and consistency development
ā¢ Forehand and backhand volley drills
ā¢ Transition game: approach shots and net play
ā¢ Court positioning and recovery footwork
ā¢ Rally drills focused on depth, direction, and control
ā¢ Basic singles tactics and point construction
ā¢ Match-play situations with coaching feedback
ā¢ Goal tracking and personalized improvement plan
Lesson 11+Goal: Refine technique, develop strategy, and compete with confidence.
ā¢ Advanced stroke development (spin, pace, and shot placement)
ā¢ Consistent and reliable first and second serves
ā¢ Serve + 1 and Return + 1 patterns
ā¢ Offensive and defensive court positioning
ā¢ Net play, overheads, and transition game improvement
ā¢ Singles and doubles strategies
ā¢ Shot selection and point construction under pressure
ā¢ Match simulation with tactical coaching
ā¢ Mental toughness, focus, and confidence building
ā¢ Video analysis and personalized feedback when available
ā¢ Customized drills based on individual strengths and weaknesses
ā¢ Ongoing goal setting and tournament or league match preparation
Favorite Drills: ā¢ Crosscourt consistency challenge
ā¢ Serve + first ball drill
ā¢ Approach and volley drill
ā¢ Live-ball point play with tactical objectives
ā¢ Competitive tie-break and match scenarios
