Goal: Build comfort, learn the basics, and have fun.
β’ Introduction and discussion of goals and experience level
β’ Court orientation and basic tennis rules
β’ Grip fundamentals (Forehand, Backhand, and Serve grips)
β’ Forehand and backhand stroke basics
β’ Ready position, split step, and footwork fundamentals
β’ Feed-and-hit drills focusing on contact point and consistency
β’ Fun rally challenge to build confidence
β’ Homework: Practice shadow swings and ball control exercises
Goal: Improve consistency and movement.
β’ Review and reinforce fundamentals
β’ Forehand and backhand consistency drills
β’ Introduction to volleys and net play
β’ Movement drills: side-to-side, forward, and backward recovery
β’ Cross-court rally exercises
β’ Target-based accuracy drills
β’ Introduction to scoring and point play
β’ Homework: Wall rally practice or 10β15 minutes of self-hitting
Goal: Develop control, confidence, and match-play skills.
β’ Topspin forehand and improved backhand technique
β’ Serve fundamentals and consistency development
β’ Forehand and backhand volley drills
β’ Transition game: approach shots and net play
β’ Court positioning and recovery footwork
β’ Rally drills focused on depth, direction, and control
β’ Basic singles tactics and point construction
β’ Match-play situations with coaching feedback
β’ Goal tracking and personalized improvement plan
Goal: Refine technique, develop strategy, and compete with confidence.
β’ Advanced stroke development (spin, pace, and shot placement)
β’ Consistent and reliable first and second serves
β’ Serve + 1 and Return + 1 patterns
β’ Offensive and defensive court positioning
β’ Net play, overheads, and transition game improvement
β’ Singles and doubles strategies
β’ Shot selection and point construction under pressure
β’ Match simulation with tactical coaching
β’ Mental toughness, focus, and confidence building
β’ Video analysis and personalized feedback when available
β’ Customized drills based on individual strengths and weaknesses
β’ Ongoing goal setting and tournament or league match preparation
Favorite Drills: β’ Crosscourt consistency challenge
β’ Serve + first ball drill
β’ Approach and volley drill
β’ Live-ball point play with tactical objectives
β’ Competitive tie-break and match scenarios