Essential Tennis - Lessons and Instruction for Passionate Players , yeah , I was playing at school the other day and I tried to hit with so much power the racket flew out of my hand . The only causes I can think of are hand grip is to lose , any suggestions ? Btw thanks for the vids
I really love the slow motion videos where you can really see what's right and wrong. Great help for even an average club player like me. I also realized that my contact was too low at waste height when it should have been just under chest height ...that also helped my forehand. Thanks and keep up the great videos !!
I love these videos. I recorded my stroke videos. So whenever you publish a VIP student video and analyse their strokes I switch to my slow motion videos and listen to your analysis on my personal video. Extremely helpful. This way I can correct myself by the time you correct the VIP student. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
a 5.0 player just showed me this technique. He was hitting HEAT missiles at me. He added a little top which made that ball bounce super fast. This video is a great start of the beginning of great tennis. Topspins work great for this technique.
This is some good content! Easy to understand, now time to hit a thousand balls! So before I go hit I figured I'd do some practice swings gradually speeding up. Before I increased the speed I realized my body position was in the right position! I was always making contact with my hips and chest perpendicular to the base line.
The pupil is a really fast learner !!! Congratulations mate ! Really good job from the teacher ! Keep going ! Thank you for helping many young players to improve their technique
Thanks a lot for this video. I believe I have the same problem since it was my understanding that the wrist was supposed to stay relaxed THROUGH contact; yet, as you say, it's supposed to "release" before contact.
Thanks for your explanation. I have to add that the reason why you have to hit the ball while your racquet is perpendicular to the floor is becose is when acceleration is strongest through swing.
Easy fix. If you look at the slow motion the player hits the ball late aka he is too far from the ball. All he needs to do is take the ball a little earlier. He is already doing the motion correctly.
I had exactly the same problem.... completely locked my wrist and had to elevate the entire elbow so high just to meet the ball...took me a good while to figure it out myself. For me, the reason why I did that was simply because I did not know what to do with/how to use my wrist....
Hi Ian, thanks for a great lesson! Nobody has explained me technique so understandably. Keep up the good work :) I've already tried to put it in practice and came out with better results and higher confidence level. Thanks a lot!
This is amazingly helpful! My tennis coach told me to give it "the flick", but I never totally understood it. Your explanation and progression exercises sre SOOOOO much more helpful in learning the flick! Many, many thanks Ian and team and student!!
This is an invaluable video instruction for those who are sincere about improving there ground stroke forehand--it works for backhand also, since I immediately went to the tennis court and tried it out. Much praise is yours for allowing semi-novices to upgrade their tennis skill level with this type of excellent care video.
Totally appreciate your videos. Love the game. My son and I are not country club products... can't afford it, more park recreation program. So whatever tips I can get and practice it is awesome. For me i totally like these types of videos. I find it more relatable. Seeing what not to do then the adjustment. Thank you again. Love & love your videos.
So happy to hear that, Marvis. Please tell your son that I started out in park and rec as an 11 year old, and was never a member of a fancy club. Best wishes to both of you, thanks so much for your support! -Ian
Oh my god! I don't know who you are. I don't know where you are. I don't know your name. I just tripped over this video and you are the ONLY person I have ever seen dealing with the most important difference between pros and non-pros - not only in tennis but golf as well (and I beleive anything to do with swinging a stick) which No One is aware of. I would LOVE to talk to you if at all possible. I believe I know why non-pros make this mistake (and will continue to make it no matter how much instruction they get) My name is Ben. I absolutely understand if you don't (you don't know me from adam and visa versa) - but if you do have any interest in this conversation please get back to me. Thanks Ben PS - I can't believe I tripped over your video. Amazing.
Really a very good lesson.. Congratulazions.. We learn more, with student errors.. I like It very much.. I hope to see the same lesson for the topspin back one hand...
Ian, Ira and Kirby - Thanks to all of you for this superb video. I have this exact problem too. I can hit the forehand with the lag, but it tends to go straight ahead, like your student. I think that I have the forearm strength from using a hammer to finish two basements. I don't think that I have the shoulder rotation enough, so I will work on your racket rotation drill in the beginning of the video. Keep up the great work and analysis.
Hi Ian, thank you. I thought I had just a bad arm releases, my elbow was to close to me, and watching ur video it really shows me how to do a proper forehand. And I discovered your way of teaching with the Coach Eye app, its really amazing. So 2 days ago I filmed myself in 60fps and used slow mo to see what i did wrong. And it appears that not only the release was bad, but many other things that I learned in your videos. My racket is pointing down at the impact, my racket path is bad (it goes up), etc etc. So now, I m really aware of what I need to improve, thanks to you. Many many thanks!!! I love your videos and your way of teaching. Leo (from France)
Love that you finally made an advanced lesson. Although I don't quite agree with the way you explained the horizontal racket thing but in this case it has its purpose. In general it's a good thing to have the racket pointing downwards, most players use it cause it's not possible to hit every shot flat, even Federer does that.
Ya, I didn't really explain the concept fully since it was a specific lesson for a specific student. The angle at contact should be different depending on the height of the ball. Here's a great explanation by Tomaz at Feel Tennis: ruclips.net/video/tyzgCIxWxZQ/видео.html
Agreed - an advanced lesson finally gets released. I think video centers around when having a fully relaxed wrist which creates the initial lag and then inhibiting some wrist flexion during the hitting zone so that the racquet face is correctly aligned with your target. I think what Phil was doing was keeping the wrist actively laid back through the hitting zone and orienting his body towards his target and "pushing" as Ian had said.
Are you asking him to hit the ball earlier than normal because for me just below chest height is taking it early right ? I was told waist height is generally the rule of thumb for most groundies? Thanks
Awesome! It was extremely helpful to see your slow motions which pretty much look like my own. Releasing the racket head still is a difficult task for me. I guess my head wants to be in control of every single aspect of the swing which makes it inhibited. If you have any tipp how to overcome this stiffness and hit the ball with joy and passion let me know.
Yo, almost 100,000 subs. Love yall's videos! Especially your new ones that work with specific parts of players' techniques. I'd love to keep seeing more of them.
Comparing Federer's forehand motion and try to teach a student how he should hit like an one of a kind, super pro is BAD, very bad. Being an amateur, my coach and I had very good analysis on my grip, swing motion, my body strength, height, reflex, and hand-eye coordination capability, and we decided to try out something similar to Thiem's way of swing. It worked, I improved so much, hitting powerful sots constantly in and deep. There are differences among different players, you just play the way that works for you.
Excellent video =), I used to struggle with that ''not releasing the racquet problem''. You helped me on your old blog, I'm keeping this video for maintenance reasons just in case I relapse. Thanks
This is an awesome video. It really unlocked the secret to why my forehand sails long. Do the same principles apply when you are flattening out the ball to hit an aggressive put away shot?
Hey Kyle! I actually think its great for amateur players to see that the best in the world shank balls, too. The reality is it happens to all of us :-)
I want to know what notes Kirby was taking between minute 4 and 5. Is she takes notes to help you improve your coaching? I'm curious if you would share.
TheJeremywaterman Hey Jeremy, you can catch me on the sidelines taking constant notes for the personalized Action Plan that we sent home with Phil. At the end of our student's time with us, they receive a detailed analysis and plan for every facet of their game. I'm writing so furiously because it's our goal to get them their plan as immediately as possible. Students now get that plan as soon as they're finished playing on the second day so that they could literally go home and begin as soon as they get off the plane. If you'd like to utilize one of many of our free Action Plans, go to www.ForehandActionPlan.com.
He should imagine using his racquet like a whip or a wet towel when trying to flick it at someone, in this case a tennis ball. In order for that to happen he has to make the snap happen a few milliseconds so the tennis ball catches the racquet face after the snap
Bu video Gençler için kesinlikle doğru yaklaşım ama 50 + için top spin rakibe avantaj da sağlayabiliyor flat vuruşu daha çok tercih etmek güçlü vuruşlara sahip olmanızı sağlar.
Am not professional but watching your analysis at 2:38, if you don't mind my comment, there are 2 obvious elements that lack of this hit from roger's: 1- Roger hits the ball on the rise, whereas your student is hitting too much late (coz too far from the line?). So the hitting angle here is different and does not permit a more flat and powerful hit 2- Roger's arm, when his racket hits the ball, is totally unfolded, the learner should unleash his arm on contact in order to have more speed.
Learner's arm, if unleashed, could acquire some torn ligaments if he is not well trained with the right grip strength. Federer's arm has underwent decades of pounding and is already a sword by itself. There is always a danger of letting the arm loose. Beware.
Indeed, unfolded hitting arm. And on top of that: give yourself more SPACE. The student here had no space to rotate, therefore he pulled his body backwards - to gain some space; while when you take the ball more wide, you've plenty room to start rotating before contactpoint. And with an open stance you 've even more space, combined with a wider contactpoint, the racket starts rotating almost by itself !
The student also utilizes a western or semiwestern grip, which requires more rotation of the forearm to rotate the racquet around the wrist. I agree with the abo've comment that hitting through would be better than rotating, this preventing tennis elbow and ligament strain.
Great video; really useful. Can't remember seeing the details of the release ever being explained so clearly. Can't wait to get on the court and try it out! Thanks. ...and you are both hot as individuals! PS. I have viewed Feds videos lots and try to imitate his forehand on court, particularly in getting lots of lag. Dispite how well I rip the ball I keep getting criticized for using too much wrist and how I will eventually hurt myself. Any comments?
I think there's a big difference between using the kinetic chain correctly and being relaxed enough that the hand/wrist falls into that "lag" position naturally, and a swing where there is active "wristy" movement happening purposefully. It could be you're doing the latter and not the former! -Ian
Nice attention to detail. However, you might want to use a player with a semi-western forehand as your model as it would more accurately relate to the grip that your student is utilizing throughout this video.
So this is all good stuff working with someone, but as a coach i'm interested in some things like price for the lessons and do u have contract or i don't know some period that u work with someone cuz u can show someone this and he get one class with you and then go to work with other coach.
Question, when you draw the arrows and stuff on the video, are you drawing them on the actual ipad for the student to see, or is it something you did afterwards on a video editing software?
How would one go about working with you guys on court? I am a 4.0 USTA computer rated player based in Michigan. My goal is to achieve 4.5 USTA computer rated status within the next 12 -18 months. My weapon is my serve both kick and flat. My forehand is also my weapon of choice. My area of improvement would be strategy and patterns of play in both singles and doubles especially when playing higher level players as I often play up against 4.5 and 5.0 players, i.e., former college players or former high level juniors, etc. Also, I would like to improve my approach or kill shot on mid-court/short balls. My slice backhand is pretty solid and dependable but my drive topspin one handed backhand could use some improvement.
Sounds like you've already done a lot of great work on your game, Craig. Congrats! Shoot me an email and I'll let you know what we have left on our calendar for this year: ian AT essentialtennis DOT com. Cheers.
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At the 9:20 mark in the video he has absolutely no body movement its all arm. Even at 11:30 not enough body rotation. I thought the body moves the arm ?
This one Federer forhand cannot be compared with the one of the student. Feds contact is at the breast level and the studets one is about hip level. If Roger hits balls in that height hit racket tip at the contact shows down....
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Essential Tennis - Lessons and Instruction for Passionate Players , yeah , I was playing at school the other day and I tried to hit with so much power the racket flew out of my hand . The only causes I can think of are hand grip is to lose , any suggestions ?
Btw thanks for the vids
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When I hit a forehand I always hit the middle of the net. And if it would go over it would be a good hit
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I really love the slow motion videos where you can really see what's right and wrong.
Great help for even an average club player like me.
I also realized that my contact was too low at waste height when it should have been just under chest height ...that also helped my forehand.
Thanks and keep up the great videos !!
U can also play it on 0.25x speed😂😂😂😂XD
I love these videos. I recorded my stroke videos. So whenever you publish a VIP student video and analyse their strokes I switch to my slow motion videos and listen to your analysis on my personal video. Extremely helpful. This way I can correct myself by the time you correct the VIP student. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
a 5.0 player just showed me this technique. He was hitting HEAT missiles at me. He added a little top which made that ball bounce super fast. This video is a great start of the beginning of great tennis. Topspins work great for this technique.
This is some good content! Easy to understand, now time to hit a thousand balls! So before I go hit I figured I'd do some practice swings gradually speeding up. Before I increased the speed I realized my body position was in the right position! I was always making contact with my hips and chest perpendicular to the base line.
Finally, an intermediate/advanced forehand lesson. thx
The pupil is a really fast learner !!! Congratulations mate ! Really good job from the teacher ! Keep going ! Thank you for helping many young players to improve their technique
Thanks a lot for this video. I believe I have the same problem since it was my understanding that the wrist was supposed to stay relaxed THROUGH contact; yet, as you say, it's supposed to "release" before contact.
I find this extremely helpful to finally get to the top spin I need.
Thanks for your explanation. I have to add that the reason why you have to hit the ball while your racquet is perpendicular to the floor is becose is when acceleration is strongest through swing.
So patiently teaching and explaining.
Glad it was helpful!
Easy fix. If you look at the slow motion the player hits the ball late aka he is too far from the ball. All he needs to do is take the ball a little earlier. He is already doing the motion correctly.
I had exactly the same problem.... completely locked my wrist and had to elevate the entire elbow so high just to meet the ball...took me a good while to figure it out myself. For me, the reason why I did that was simply because I did not know what to do with/how to use my wrist....
This video helped me a lot with my forehand
Hi Ian, thanks for a great lesson! Nobody has explained me technique so understandably. Keep up the good work :) I've already tried to put it in practice and came out with better results and higher confidence level. Thanks a lot!
SO happy to hear that, Aidas! Where do you play? -Ian
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This is gold. Absolutely love it. Thanks guys, this certainly aids my fore hand stroke to next level.
This is amazingly helpful! My tennis coach told me to give it "the flick", but I never totally understood it. Your explanation and progression exercises sre SOOOOO much more helpful in learning the flick! Many, many thanks Ian and team and student!!
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This is an invaluable video instruction for those who are sincere about improving there ground stroke forehand--it works for backhand also, since I immediately went to the tennis court and tried it out. Much praise is yours for allowing semi-novices to upgrade their tennis skill level with this type of excellent care video.
Love the word "sincere", Chaz! What part of this was most helpful to you?
Totally appreciate your videos. Love the game. My son and I are not country club products... can't afford it, more park recreation program. So whatever tips I can get and practice it is awesome. For me i totally like these types of videos. I find it more relatable. Seeing what not to do then the adjustment. Thank you again. Love & love your videos.
So happy to hear that, Marvis. Please tell your son that I started out in park and rec as an 11 year old, and was never a member of a fancy club. Best wishes to both of you, thanks so much for your support! -Ian
it amazes me at even the 4.0 level how many people can't do that even during a short ball warm up.
Oh my god! I don't know who you are. I don't know where you are. I don't know your name. I just tripped over this video and you are the ONLY person I have ever seen dealing with the most important difference between pros and non-pros - not only in tennis but golf as well (and I beleive anything to do with swinging a stick) which No One is aware of.
I would LOVE to talk to you if at all possible. I believe I know why non-pros make this mistake (and will continue to make it no matter how much instruction they get)
My name is Ben.
I absolutely understand if you don't (you don't know me from adam and visa versa) - but if you do have any interest in this conversation please get back to me.
Thanks
Ben
PS - I can't believe I tripped over your video. Amazing.
Really a very good lesson.. Congratulazions.. We learn more, with student errors.. I like It very much.. I hope to see the same lesson for the topspin back one hand...
I am a big appreciater of your work. I feel very easy n friendly coaching. It's like I am live there
Thanks for the kind words, Sandip!
Absolutely the best!
Ian, Ira and Kirby - Thanks to all of you for this superb video. I have this exact problem too. I can hit the forehand with the lag, but it tends to go straight ahead, like your student. I think that I have the forearm strength from using a hammer to finish two basements. I don't think that I have the shoulder rotation enough, so I will work on your racket rotation drill in the beginning of the video. Keep up the great work and analysis.
You guys are the best in entire RUclips world. Glad to have found you folks! I had exactly the same problem as the guy in the vid.
That's so kind of you, Sushi. Thank you so much for your support! What part of your game are you working on now?
You just saved my tennis player's life 😄
How's that, Leo? -Ian
Hi Ian, thank you. I thought I had just a bad arm releases, my elbow was to close to me, and watching ur video it really shows me how to do a proper forehand. And I discovered your way of teaching with the Coach Eye app, its really amazing. So 2 days ago I filmed myself in 60fps and used slow mo to see what i did wrong. And it appears that not only the release was bad, but many other things that I learned in your videos. My racket is pointing down at the impact, my racket path is bad (it goes up), etc etc. So now, I m really aware of what I need to improve, thanks to you. Many many thanks!!! I love your videos and your way of teaching. Leo (from France)
So happy to hear that, Leo!
Love that you finally made an advanced lesson. Although I don't quite agree with the way you explained the horizontal racket thing but in this case it has its purpose. In general it's a good thing to have the racket pointing downwards, most players use it cause it's not possible to hit every shot flat, even Federer does that.
Ya, I didn't really explain the concept fully since it was a specific lesson for a specific student. The angle at contact should be different depending on the height of the ball. Here's a great explanation by Tomaz at Feel Tennis: ruclips.net/video/tyzgCIxWxZQ/видео.html
I know Ian, you're a smart guy, don't worry :)
Agreed - an advanced lesson finally gets released. I think video centers around when having a fully relaxed wrist which creates the initial lag and then inhibiting some wrist flexion during the hitting zone so that the racquet face is correctly aligned with your target. I think what Phil was doing was keeping the wrist actively laid back through the hitting zone and orienting his body towards his target and "pushing" as Ian had said.
Love the content on this video
Well explained...will attempt tonight!
Great Lesson for Intermediate Players Thanks for sharing
Do you have a new link to forehand action plan?
Perfect tuition and analysis,awesome results.Well done,guys!
Thank you
Are you asking him to hit the ball earlier than normal because for me just below chest height is taking it early right ?
I was told waist height is generally the rule of thumb for most groundies?
Thanks
I really enjoy these types of videos
good stuff ....student also needs to get string bed laid back and hand slightly fwd of grip at impact
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Awesome! It was extremely helpful to see your slow motions which pretty much look like my own. Releasing the racket head still is a difficult task for me. I guess my head wants to be in control of every single aspect of the swing which makes it inhibited. If you have any tipp how to overcome this stiffness and hit the ball with joy and passion let me know.
Great job! it's incredible the difference of your way to explain tennis vs italian way...in my next life i wanna born in USA!!
Great lessons , many tks to all of you indeed!! 👏👏🎾🎾
Excellent lesson!
Excellent tutorial! Thanks for the upload 😀
Yo, almost 100,000 subs. Love yall's videos! Especially your new ones that work with specific parts of players' techniques. I'd love to keep seeing more of them.
We hit it! Thanks so much for your support. We all appreciate it tremendously.
Sebastian Loaiza Thanks for supporting Sebastian! More on the way!! -Kirby
Hey coach, what about the left hand rotating as well when he releases for the forehand .....makes for a smoother swing through
Great video, you guys are awesome, thanks!!
You're very welcome, Doug!
awesome video. I really liked the tennis ball pillows on the sofa😍😍😢😢❤❤
Forehand is going well can u pls do the same for backhand also
Comparing Federer's forehand motion and try to teach a student how he should hit like an one of a kind, super pro is BAD, very bad. Being an amateur, my coach and I had very good analysis on my grip, swing motion, my body strength, height, reflex, and hand-eye coordination capability, and we decided to try out something similar to Thiem's way of swing. It worked, I improved so much, hitting powerful sots constantly in and deep. There are differences among different players, you just play the way that works for you.
..........................................so copy Thiem is ok but copy Federer is BAD idea..........because..... too difficult for you? LOL
Excellent video =), I used to struggle with that ''not releasing the racquet problem''.
You helped me on your old blog, I'm keeping this video for maintenance reasons just in case I relapse.
Thanks
Great to hear that, Migelowsky. Thanks for taking the time to let me know!
Appreciate your training video, you made it become easier to me as a beginner. Thanks you very much!
You're very welcome, Thong!
Forehand power is really coming along. I am 67yo tournament player and appreciate the video overlay of Roger's forehand.
is this video filmed at the overland park racket club?
Many thanks for sharing your experience.
I need those tennis ball pillows!!!!!
Hey Phil! This is Tony for Nrcross lifetime. Your game looks good. Love ET videos!
Really great stuff guys!!! Love the part when Phill drops the racquet! kkkkkkk
This is an awesome video. It really unlocked the secret to why my forehand sails long. Do the same principles apply when you are flattening out the ball to hit an aggressive put away shot?
Hi , I imagine there's less of a turn over with the wrist and more of the strings aiming at that aggressive target to flatten it out
Kyrbi brougt light to this chanel. Love u guys
Agreed. It always nice to have a woman around.
Nice video. Perhaps a better example of a Federer forehand and not one where he mishits it at 1:52
Hey Kyle! I actually think its great for amateur players to see that the best in the world shank balls, too. The reality is it happens to all of us :-)
Hi Ian! I agree. It does happen to all of us.
Do you offer lesson in Bay Area?
Ian at 2:40 you can see hes coming in contact too soon or too out in front.
I want to know what notes Kirby was taking between minute 4 and 5. Is she takes notes to help you improve your coaching? I'm curious if you would share.
TheJeremywaterman Hey Jeremy, you can catch me on the sidelines taking constant notes for the personalized Action Plan that we sent home with Phil. At the end of our student's time with us, they receive a detailed analysis and plan for every facet of their game. I'm writing so furiously because it's our goal to get them their plan as immediately as possible. Students now get that plan as soon as they're finished playing on the second day so that they could literally go home and begin as soon as they get off the plane.
If you'd like to utilize one of many of our free Action Plans, go to www.ForehandActionPlan.com.
He should imagine using his racquet like a whip or a wet towel when trying to flick it at someone, in this case a tennis ball. In order for that to happen he has to make the snap happen a few milliseconds so the tennis ball catches the racquet face after the snap
I love your videos!!!! Where can I get your couch cushion tennis balls?
Bu video Gençler için kesinlikle doğru yaklaşım ama 50 + için top spin rakibe avantaj da sağlayabiliyor flat vuruşu daha çok tercih etmek güçlü vuruşlara sahip olmanızı sağlar.
Am not professional but watching your analysis at 2:38, if you don't mind my comment, there are 2 obvious elements that lack of this hit from roger's:
1- Roger hits the ball on the rise, whereas your student is hitting too much late (coz too far from the line?). So the hitting angle here is different and does not permit a more flat and powerful hit
2- Roger's arm, when his racket hits the ball, is totally unfolded, the learner should unleash his arm on contact in order to have more speed.
Learner's arm, if unleashed, could acquire some torn ligaments if he is not well trained with the right grip strength. Federer's arm has underwent decades of pounding and is already a sword by itself. There is always a danger of letting the arm loose. Beware.
Indeed, unfolded hitting arm. And on top of that: give yourself more SPACE. The student here had no space to rotate, therefore he pulled his body backwards - to gain some space; while when you take the ball more wide, you've plenty room to start rotating before contactpoint. And with an open stance you 've even more space, combined with a wider contactpoint, the racket starts rotating almost by itself !
its also turning up way too soon needs to focus more on hitting out more so then up cause then u lose depth on the ball
The student also utilizes a western or semiwestern grip, which requires more rotation of the forearm to rotate the racquet around the wrist. I agree with the abo've comment that hitting through would be better than rotating, this preventing tennis elbow and ligament strain.
Great video; really useful. Can't remember seeing the details of the release ever being explained so clearly. Can't wait to get on the court and try it out! Thanks. ...and you are both hot as individuals! PS. I have viewed Feds videos lots and try to imitate his forehand on court, particularly in getting lots of lag. Dispite how well I rip the ball I keep getting criticized for using too much wrist and how I will eventually hurt myself. Any comments?
I think there's a big difference between using the kinetic chain correctly and being relaxed enough that the hand/wrist falls into that "lag" position naturally, and a swing where there is active "wristy" movement happening purposefully. It could be you're doing the latter and not the former! -Ian
I'm in! Can you get to Surrey UK in the next week?
Excellent analytical instructional video. Where is your tennis club?
We're located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Very well explained! Thanks for the great video:)
Love your video
excellent lesson! thanks!
Hi guys great job and continue to stay ahead of the game. Colin LTTA
Nice attention to detail. However, you might want to use a player with a semi-western forehand as your model as it would more accurately relate to the grip that your student is utilizing throughout this video.
Great point!
It helped me a lot
I can't get a good 90 degree contact I only get 45 degree contact so can u suggest me how do I get 90 degree contact
Okay, you've convinced me to buy a tripod!
Thanks for the video, this really helped me with my forehand technique
So glad to hear that, Venkatesh!
What type of racket does the instructor have?
What racket should I use at 13 yrs
Babolat Pure Drive top selling racquet 2017. Babolat Blast for the strings (cross & main 52 lbs. each) to start until you find what works for you.
So this is all good stuff working with someone, but as a coach i'm interested in some things like price for the lessons and do u have contract or i don't know some period that u work with someone cuz u can show someone this and he get one class with you and then go to work with other coach.
Shoot me an email and I'll fill you in on the details, Aleksandar: ian AT essentialtennis DOT com.
Do you guys use a specific recording program on the tablet or is it one already installed?
Question, when you draw the arrows and stuff on the video, are you drawing them on the actual ipad for the student to see, or is it something you did afterwards on a video editing software?
It's really amazing ! How are those clinics organized ?
We work with private students twice per month, for two days each. If you'd like details shoot me an email: ian AT essentialtennis DOT com.
Gotta be a VIP student
Always appreciate video!!!
How would one go about working with you guys on court? I am a 4.0 USTA computer rated player based in Michigan. My goal is to achieve 4.5 USTA computer rated status within the next 12 -18 months. My weapon is my serve both kick and flat. My forehand is also my weapon of choice. My area of improvement would be strategy and patterns of play in both singles and doubles especially when playing higher level players as I often play up against 4.5 and 5.0 players, i.e., former college players or former high level juniors, etc. Also, I would like to improve my approach or kill shot on mid-court/short balls. My slice backhand is pretty solid and dependable but my drive topspin one handed backhand could use some improvement.
Sounds like you've already done a lot of great work on your game, Craig. Congrats! Shoot me an email and I'll let you know what we have left on our calendar for this year: ian AT essentialtennis DOT com. Cheers.
Would love to see a video on how to hit forehands at sharper cross court angles.
"Now he his a good Coach.Plesant to listen to .Diffintly I enjoy your Lesson Channel. Keep up the good work I've learned a lot from you Sir.Centurion JESSIE. 😉😎
Is it a eastern grip?
semi western
What video platform/app are you using analyzing the stroke?
Good good fr south korea,
Appreciate you watching, Felix! -Ian
Good vid
At the 9:20 mark in the video he has absolutely no body movement its all arm. Even at 11:30 not enough body rotation. I thought the body moves the arm ?
It seems like this would give you tennis elbow and be very difficult to time the contact with an approaching ball over 40+ MPH.
You guys are doin great ...It really helped me..thnxc
Great to hear!
and PS - I bet this also drastically helps his backhand and serve...
This one Federer forhand cannot be compared with the one of the student. Feds contact is at the breast level and the studets one is about hip level. If Roger hits balls in that height hit racket tip at the contact shows down....
Clear explanation! I got it. Thank you very much.
U da best
I mean where you offer onsite lesson. Video demo is not enough.
Coach (sorry don't know your name) Do you have any idea how impressive this is??? And why..?