Learning Basic Tennis Strokes

Learning basic tennis strokes is essential to setting the stage for better play in the future. If you fail to learn these basics early on, you will struggle with overcoming bad playing habits in the years to come. While there are a variety of strokes that new and advanced players can use in tennis, the learner should concentrate on the two main strokes first, before moving on to the more advanced techniques and movements used in more advanced play.

There are two basic tennis strokes that every player must master in order to be competent on the court: the groundstroke and the overhead. These are necessary in order to compete on any level, and should be mastered first. The best way to learn proper stroke technique is to find a trained coach to get you started on a lifelong enjoyment of the game. If this is not an option, these simple tips should help get you started learning the two basic strokes listed above.

When learning the groundstroke, remember these important guidelines:

• Always begin your groundstroke with a slight, short back swing.
• Use a shortened grip on the club until mastering this all-important tennis stroke
• Use a regular type of follow-through. Don't try to be fancy here. The important thing is to learn the stroke first.
• Try lengthening your back swing at a slow pace.
• Slide the grip toward the handle.
• Slide the grip toward the handle.

When practicing overheads, be sure to:

• Begin your swing at point of contact, slowly presenting a bigger swing can
• Stand close to the net, followed by slowly moving backward.
• Begin with an incredibly soft-feed right to the racquet.
• Practice for short periods of time (less than 30 minutes) in order to not tire your arm and stay fresh and alert. No matter how long your practice session, be sure to have them frequently. Several times a week is most commonly recommended, especially for beginners.
• Begin advanced drills as soon as you've mastered this basic swing Whatever swing you're working on, always be sure to practice precise technique, featuring the exact form and bodylines needed, and proper movements!