Beginner training plan
Your first lessonFirst we will focus on building a solid foundation with proper technique and mechanics.
1. Ball-ball hand eye coordination drills
Before we pick up the paddle. we will play catch with the ball. Building muscle memory for low-high motion of the ball over the net.
2. Then we will learn ball-paddle and proper technique to dink the ball over the net. Keeping it low, front and forward over the net. This will give any beginner the confidence to now pick up the paddle and dink the ball over the net.
3. Proper paddle~ grip, position, pressure
Lesson 2-3Focus on proper footwork at the kitchen βNVZβ
1. Lateral Movement
2. Safety Precautions to avoid injury
3. Skills to control the paddle
4. Practicing dinking and controlling the ball
Lesson 4-10Focus on drilling to build solid foundation for proper game play shots including dink, volley, block, drive, serve, return of serve and lob with use of ball machine. This allows 50% more repetition and drilling of different shots to improve your game on so many levels.
Lesson 11+Game play and strategies to win more. More drilling with ball machine and analysis of specific shots to perfect them in game settings. Live ball competition and have fun playing. Focus on game coach and play.
Youth players
Working with kids
