As someone who was a fourth generation carpenter and spent years swinging a hammer I can tell you for sure that the continental grip is not how to do it. I keep hearing this from people and it had me so confused until I saw this video. The eastern is much closer to a hammer grip but the hand placement is still wrong. The numbered bevel explanation here is so much better.
Imma tennis player so most grips I use depending on the type of ball I’m getting/recieving. You can change grips I would assume. I use mostly semi western form groundstrokes and continental for(me)fh & bh
Very good explanation of grips for pickleball! The bevel graphic was really good. I could follow with my paddle in hand and finally understand. Thank you so much!
Thanks for the content! I would say I always start students i conti so slightly open face both FHA and BH then as they advance, an semi-eastern FH closes up the face nicely for topspin drives....and rolling left to semi eastern BH gives a nasty BH top drive low over net. I avoid western or semi unless a good tennis background!
Agreed. Continental is a great starting point. Great to add more variation as they advance! Drilling is a great time to experiment with different grips. :)
Finally someone agrees with me that the handshake grip is eastern. Everyone else calls continental the handshake grip. I’ve always thought that was weird, when I hold the paddle like a handshake, I always end up in eastern.
Is it uncommon to use one grip on the return of serve,then while u are advancing to kitchen u change grips. I notice I do that. Note. I'm a lefty. Thank u
Great point! You are correct. At the higher level, players may change grips throughout the point. It's definitely recommended to practice in controlled environments before doing it in a game!
Is semiwestern reliable? It's what I use in tennis but in pickleball I usually hit the net with it. The advantage of a semiwestern grip would be extra top spin but is that really all that beneficial in pickleball?
Yes, at high levels topspin is a huge part of the game and allows players to hit it much harder and stay in. As well as the forehand roll from the kitchen with topspin. It’s needed to play but will make your game much better.
I'm working on inventing a new grip: The backwards grip. It's where you hold the racket backwards so the paddle is closer to your pinky and the hilt closer to your thumb. Right now I'm absolutely garbage with it. But mark my words; I will become great with it and will be known as the inventor of the new way everyone holds the racket!
I’m new to the game and I’m having trouble finding these grips comfortable. My hand placement is really choked up on the handle with my index finger pointed up onto the back of the paddle
One of the best grips tips video that I have watched. More everyday tips please. Thank you.
Thank you for watching! More to come :)
As someone who was a fourth generation carpenter and spent years swinging a hammer I can tell you for sure that the continental grip is not how to do it. I keep hearing this from people and it had me so confused until I saw this video. The eastern is much closer to a hammer grip but the hand placement is still wrong. The numbered bevel explanation here is so much better.
Thank you for your feedback!
Aloha! This is by far the best explanation/visual on the three grips I have ever seen. Thanks so much.
Imma tennis player so most grips I use depending on the type of ball I’m getting/recieving. You can change grips I would assume. I use mostly semi western form groundstrokes and continental for(me)fh & bh
Very good explanation of grips for pickleball! The bevel graphic was really good. I could follow with my paddle in hand and finally understand. Thank you so much!
Great explanation of all the grips and how to know/find which grip is best for your style of play. Even for us Lefties!!
Absolutely!
Love the Video on Pickleball Grips! I’ve been looking for videos on Pickleball Grips, there aren’t many! Your video makes it SIMPLE! Thank You!
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Fantastic video 🙌. Better than any rec center lesson!
Thanks for the video. I would say it's the first time somebody fully explained it with some workable logic behind it.
I like using the eastern grip for serves and forehands. At the net i will use the continental grip.
wow. bevel 2 , 3 , 4 grip. simple explanation. thanks!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the content! I would say I always start students i conti so slightly open face both FHA and BH then as they advance, an semi-eastern FH closes up the face nicely for topspin drives....and rolling left to semi eastern BH gives a nasty BH top drive low over net. I avoid western or semi unless a good tennis background!
Agreed. Continental is a great starting point. Great to add more variation as they advance! Drilling is a great time to experiment with different grips. :)
Really good video and interactive well explain thanks so much !
Thank you for watching and for the positive feedback 😎
Finally someone agrees with me that the handshake grip is eastern. Everyone else calls continental the handshake grip. I’ve always thought that was weird, when I hold the paddle like a handshake, I always end up in eastern.
Yes sir! Glad we are in agreement :) Thanks for watching.
I was confused by this as well. I always heard it handshake is eastern. Glad that I know better now. Great vid!👏🏾
Is it uncommon to use one grip on the return of serve,then while u are advancing to kitchen u change grips. I notice I do that. Note. I'm a lefty. Thank u
Great point! You are correct. At the higher level, players may change grips throughout the point. It's definitely recommended to practice in controlled environments before doing it in a game!
Also a Lefty, I too change my grip during the span of a point. Sometimes too much so I’m trying to stop, but bad habits are hard to break!
What grip does Anna Leigh use?
Is semiwestern reliable? It's what I use in tennis but in pickleball I usually hit the net with it. The advantage of a semiwestern grip would be extra top spin but is that really all that beneficial in pickleball?
Yes, at high levels topspin is a huge part of the game and allows players to hit it much harder and stay in. As well as the forehand roll from the kitchen with topspin. It’s needed to play but will make your game much better.
I'm working on inventing a new grip: The backwards grip. It's where you hold the racket backwards so the paddle is closer to your pinky and the hilt closer to your thumb.
Right now I'm absolutely garbage with it. But mark my words; I will become great with it and will be known as the inventor of the new way everyone holds the racket!
Haha! Once you master it you should come on the channel and teach the world! We will make sure you get the credit!
Pen holder anyone
What kind of grip is it if I put my index finger vertical on the paddle face??
If you are doing it on the forehand side it probably most closely resembles a continental grip.
But that very well maybe in a category of its own!
I’m new to the game and I’m having trouble finding these grips comfortable. My hand placement is really choked up on the handle with my index finger pointed up onto the back of the paddle
Isn’t this same as tennis?