Please Note:
Below is an outline of what I teach on court to aspiring college/pro players, and advanced club players. (Usually 4.0 and higher, though I sometimes work with beginning players to get them started on a sound path.) My intention is to transfer this information into short articles and videos. In the mean time, if you have a specific question, please do not hesitate to ask.
General
- The Four Pillars of Tennis Mastery
Technical
Basics
- What Is A World-Class Stroke? (Efficient, explosive, adaptable)
- Are There Ideal Swings? (Sets, Grips, etc.)
- Inside-out Swings
- Whole Body (Linear and angular momentum)
- One-Pointed Energy Transference
- Importance of Being Loose
- Overview of Grips (Using common number system)
Serve (World-Class Level)
- Grips (1st, 2nd Serves)
- What Stance to Use? (Platform vs. Pinpoint)
- What Toss Path to Use? (V vs. J)
Ground Stroke Basics
- Easy Power
- Construct of Efficient Swings
- Construct of Explosive Swings
Forehand (World-Class Level)
- 3.5 - 4.5 Grip (With heel pad properly positioned)
- Racket Up vs. Elbow Back/Up?
- Loop vs. No Loop?
- 'Set Position' to Reach
- Key Aspects to a World-class 'Set'
- 'Double Drop'
- Dominant Leg Straightening and Hip Firing
- Head Tucking Back and In
- SSC
- Forearm Usage for Spin and Power
- Use of the Wrist
Topspin Backhand
- 1-1.5 Grip
- Setting Yourself Up to Set Effectively
- Unit Turn Set vs. Pendulum Set?
- Loop on a Unit Turn Set or No Loop?
- Turn Shoulders 20% Beyond Perpendicular
- Line Up Behind the Shot and Stay Behind It
- Dropping Inside (As step out/forward - diagonally)
- Head Tucking Back and In
- Driving the Hip
- Popping the Elbow 'Feeling' Before Driving the Hip (SSC)
- Rotating Forearm
Backhand Slice- 1.5 Grip
- Turn Shoulders 20% Beyond Perpendicular
- Set as a Unit (But not in a stiff or rigid manner)
- Line Up Behind the Shot and Stay Behind It
- Hitting w/in the Shot (Horizontally and vertically)
- Sideways Through the Hit (Then recover)
Volleys
- Great Volleys Start in the Mind
- Simple Structure for Effective Volleys
- Line Up and Drive Your Energy
Physical
Fitness/Injury Prevention
- Build Your Aerobic and Anaerobic Base
- Core Workout Routine
- Overall Strength Base
Movement- Let Your Feet Demonstrate Your Mentality
- Gallop to Cover More Ground
- Using the Split Step for a Faster First Step
- Explosive Weight Training
Tactical
Singles
- CTS 'Three Ball System'
- Importance of Mastering the 1 Ball
- The '2 Ball' and When to Use It
Mental
GeneralCompetition- The True Meaning of Competition
- Step Into Your Peak Physiology
- Commit to Being an 'Extra Ball' Player
- Does Your Tennis Self-concept Need an Update?
- Your Body Follows Your Focus
- Importance of Rituals
Training
- Have a Long-term Vision
- Set Short-term Goals
- Try a 90-Day Burst
- Know Your Daily Must Activities
- Why You MUST Create a Supportive Environment
Health and Nutrition
Long-term Health
- Basics for Injury Prevention
- Importance of Structural Alignment
- Emotional Wellness
- Importance of Sleep
Nutrition
- Water Intake and Quality
- Are Supplements Necessary?
- Food Athletes Should Consume
- Foods Athletes Should Avoid
- Supplements?
- Pre-match Fueling (Food, water, supplements, etc.)
- Match Fueling
- Post-match Fueling
- Can You Be a Vegetarian Athlete?