Even if you're new to the game of tennis, you've no doubt heard the terms "topspin" and "backspin" thrown around a lot. What are they, what are they good for, and how to you generate them? Here's everything you need to know...
It's the mantra of players and coaches throughout the world, echoing through tennis courts since the beginning of time: "Step into the ball!" "Step IN!" And it's good advice – well... sometimes. The truth is, competitive play will put you in countless situations where it's not only difficult to step
Great forehand technique alone is NOT enough – you have to have the footwork to position yourself effectively or that good technique goes right out the window. Whether you're hitting on the run, one the rise or inside out, here's how to quickly and easily put yourself in the best
Bad news, tennis lovers: there's a good chance you've been lied to – by your own dear coach! Now, before you go dumping them, remember they have your best interest in mind, but there's a dirty little secret they've kept that will transform your volley game.
If you can throw a ball, you can hit a good serve – the REAL trick is un-training the bad habits you may have picked up along the way. Here's how to shake them free and get on track towards a bigger, more powerful serve...
What if you could generate MORE power on your two-handed backhand with LESS effort? Sounds too good to be true, right? It's not. We take a look at Simona Halep to see the crucial movement required to make this a reality, and how you can add it to your own
We've spent many hours trying to settle who is the best player at Essential Tennis... but what if we forced everyone to use their opposite hand? All that technique goes right out the window, and it's a 3.5 level battle at its finest!
When you think of a perfect forehand, you probably think of Roger Federer – so it might surprise you do learn that he does things on his forehand that your coach told you NOT to. Here are the top myths that people believe about hitting a forehand (and why you
Swing as hard as you want – if you're making contact too close to your body, your forehand is NOT as powerful as it could be. Here's how we helped one student learn from the best and extend his contact point for a more fluid, powerful forehand motion...
Roger Federer is the epitome of good technique – so he must do everything the way your coach tells you to right? Well... no. It turns out, there are 3 things Federer does on his serve that break myths you've probably heard on the court. Here's what they are (and
