Modern Tennis Forehand Technique In 8 Steps

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  • Опубліковано 8 чер 2024
  • Developing the modern forehand technique is the key to dominating your tennis matches from the baseline and having the ability to put away short balls. 🎾 Free Forehand POWER COURSE: www.feeltennis.net/forehand-p...
    This step by step guide takes you through 8 steps that help you develop correct forehand technique which will allow you to hit with power and control.
    www.feeltennis.net/modern-fore...
    Here are the time stamps of the video kindly provided by one of my subscribers:
    Summary of this video:
    0:25 The grip: the nuances of the forehand grip
    2:36 Ready position (are you also in a ready state?)
    5:22 Preparation: in which direction and how high?
    6:37 The drop: let the gravity assist you
    11:13 Acceleration. How the sync the body and the arm: the hip rotation
    15:49 Swing path: bowling vs. discus throw
    18:41 Contact & spin: how to spin the ball for control
    19:15 Extension (and how it's based on intention)
    21:56 Followthrough: why catch with the left hand?
    We'll check the grip, how to be in a ready state, the preparation, the drop of the racket, how to accelerate it, how to apply topspin, how to swing so that you're very accurate and how to finish the forehand in the follow-through.
    Some of these tips are different from what you see the top tennis pros do but remember this guide helps you build the fundamental technique of a modern forehand which you can then develop further into a more advanced forehand if you spend enough time working on it.
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  • @feeltennis
    @feeltennis  7 років тому +467

    Please read this before commenting: 99% of the viewers of this video are recreational tennis players and I am teaching them the fundamentals of the modern forehand technique. We cannot possibly teach Roger Federer's drop & flip technique to 3.5 and 4.0 level of players because the movement is too complex. The technique shown above is used on ATP tour too - Del Potro plays like that - and most of WTA players like Halep, Sharapova and others. So before you start commenting and letting me know that this technique is not what the top pros use, please keep in mind that we DO NOT teach forehand technique by analyzing the top pros and then "telling" rec players what they should do. We teach fundamentals first and then advanced techniques later - if the player is actually capable of executing them at higher speeds. 99% of rec players are not capable of that so it is pointless to teach them something that is unattainable to them.

    • @feeltennis
      @feeltennis  7 років тому +18

      Practice hitting lots of inside out forehands - so hit the from the backhand corner using your forehand and aim to the other backhand corner. Have a clear target in mind and you'll see that you probably won't want to over-rotate. Once you get used to the feel try hitting the balls straight down the middle.

    • @GodGod1337
      @GodGod1337 7 років тому +1

      Hello Tomaz , thks for the tips especially the first one on the grip, omgz u just solve the biggest mystery that I have and trouble with consistency for different time I play tennis. Everytime when I fk up its like I always feel my wrist angle on the racket is at the wrong place even like you said the hand is holding to the right bevel, sometime to the worst place I feel I am like a beginner who just learn tennis on my forehand. Really Thanks so much and really appreciate it :")
      Meanwhile is it possible to explain this "Roger Federer's drop & flip technique" because I think I might be doing this for my forehand unconsciously as a habit. Just want to be sure or to see if any part is wrong. I find that my wrist isn't that drop that much(or it happen too fast) as u mentioned on certain shots but its still very effortless

    • @vraavrsingh9694
      @vraavrsingh9694 6 років тому

      Feel Tennis Instruction sir plz tell me where do u live i m 22 yrs old and want to take lessons from u in personal m coming to germany in january is there any chance i can meet u plz reply

    • @nicholaspucino4807
      @nicholaspucino4807 6 років тому

      Fails

    • @nicholaspucino4807
      @nicholaspucino4807 6 років тому

      Classic fails

  • @akaafii
    @akaafii 7 років тому +218

    I am 38 and held the tennis racket for first time, 2 months ago! And today I stand with guys who are playing for years! You are my coach and all credit goes to you! Seen almost all of your videos and follow the instructions on court! Your narration is so well articulated and flawless that sometimes Ive spent hours watching your videos while losing track of time! Being a mechanical engineer I feel that everything you say, makes so much sense and aligns with physics and ergonomics! Thumbs up , for this video! Keep up the good work! You are the best!

    • @feeltennis
      @feeltennis  7 років тому +8

      Thank you, keep in touch!

    • @cliffkwok
      @cliffkwok 7 років тому +10

      i am 38 too. the mechanical concept is helping me so much. Now i play all action with the physics theory in my mind.

    • @jeanchristophecau527
      @jeanchristophecau527 5 років тому +3

      I am 62 and played my forehand without spin . My friend Mathieu and you made me discover the best technique to improve and develop a great forehand shot

    • @katalinmcewan
      @katalinmcewan 3 роки тому

      That’s great to hear! Those are my hopes and plans too. I’m 42, ex volleyball player, hoping that will help somewhat with picking up tennis. Hope you are still playing and enjoying tennis!

  • @FlowStateTrend
    @FlowStateTrend Місяць тому +2

    This is the best instructional video I've ever seen. Many thanks!

  • @nasirrizvi550
    @nasirrizvi550 3 роки тому +10

    Hands down smartest tennis coach I've ever seen. He addressed every mistake I've made and still make with my forehand. I am a conceptual guy, and I really appreciate how he relates everything back to first principals.

  • @andrewbccoast
    @andrewbccoast 6 років тому +30

    Super. Been playing for 35 years and teaching for 10. This is an excellent primer that hits on all the key 'misconceptions'. I've seen hundreds of videos on youtube. This is the best forehand primer I've seen. Excellent work.

  • @drdoods0007
    @drdoods0007 7 років тому +51

    i was ready to quit tennis because I just was not getting the forehand right. always so inconsistent, I think you just saved my tennis days from ending. thanks for a brilliant on point lesson.

    • @jadesheng6332
      @jadesheng6332 5 років тому +6

      atisang MOKHELE same here,today is was thinking about quitting because of my poor forehand until watched this video

  • @tulinmelek813
    @tulinmelek813 3 роки тому +8

    I'm 64 years old and have been playing tennis more than 15 years. Although I have taken private lessons, I have never been able to change my forehand. I was almost hopeless. However, after watching your videos, my forehand is very similar to performance players now and I'm very happy . Thanks for your super coaching.

  • @squaresensei
    @squaresensei 3 роки тому +9

    Tomaz's videos are by far the best tennis videos. Big thanks!
    Below are my custom bookmarks after having watched the video several times (for others, pls. watch the full video, and use the section bookmarks in the video description):
    02:58 - Ready state / keep dancing.
    10:08 - Drop and start acceleration
    10:20 - Flexed wrists
    12:00 - Ground up body sequency. Hips rotate 90 degrees
    13:56 - Racquet lag
    16:02 - Racquet swing / st. line / in direction of eventual ball target
    18:50 - Compress and roll (not brush)
    22:05 - Follow through / catch the racquet / helps shoulder rotation

  • @lorenzomckeever2228
    @lorenzomckeever2228 Рік тому +4

    3 years later, playing 5 days a week, devouring every video you put out, I still come back to this fundamental video and find something to adjust. Thank you for getting me to 4.5 and being a huge reason I've found my game.

  • @gg-ui7yj
    @gg-ui7yj 4 роки тому +7

    he’s such amazing guy .Best teacher I have ever seen.
    I watched all his videos despite my poor English and only being able to understand part of them.

  • @joegodwin6818
    @joegodwin6818 7 років тому +22

    I have been playing and studying the strokes of tennis for over 35 years and have never heard a more precise, practical and logical approach to the forehand drive. I especially like the drills that help assimilate the process. I feel very comfortable with your "intuitive" approach. Much like "Inner Tennis".

    • @feeltennis
      @feeltennis  7 років тому +4

      Much appreciated, Joe!

    • @jameslee5572
      @jameslee5572 7 років тому +2

      Superb video on the forehand stroke!! I really like your "secret tip" about a right-handed player catching his/her racket with the left hand above shoulder height as a means of assuring complete rotation of the left shoulder as the endpoint of what should be a flowing, continuous movement of the upper body. There are some VERY important counter-intuitive moves involved in hitting a great topspin forehand. It is obvious to me that you have thought about your words with great care. The crisp closeup photos and slow-mo or stop-action replays give your instruction penetrating power and strong
      insight too. Thanks. You are the man.

  • @user-pe1ur2yt1k
    @user-pe1ur2yt1k Місяць тому +2

    Excellent class on forehand you touched important basic points thank you sir

  • @chrisnieto5547
    @chrisnieto5547 3 роки тому +3

    This is the most useful forehand tutorial I have ever seen. I learnt more here in 10 mins than I have in ten years of hacking around the court. I look forward to trying this out on the court. Thank you!!

  • @melvinalvares1173
    @melvinalvares1173 Рік тому +3

    Brilliant lesson, point by point and so detailed and precise.

  • @adelsonmendes6282
    @adelsonmendes6282 7 років тому +4

    I've been playing since 2012 and I've watched several tennis videos, this is the best video I've ever watched. Congratulations for the excellent work and thanks for the tips.

  • @grace8854
    @grace8854 7 років тому +2

    That's some great analysis. Thank you so much! Is always great to see people passionate about what they do.

  • @joranbergwall
    @joranbergwall 4 роки тому +5

    Great video. Thanks again., Tomas! I’m a former ATP ranked tennis professional and am highly impressed.

  • @pablok2854
    @pablok2854 10 місяців тому

    Tomaz: this is probably the best ever begginer lesson video I've seen, an believe me, I've seen a lot in the last year. The best channels I know are 'Intuitive Tennis', '2minute Tennis', 'My tennis HQ' , 'Patrick Moratouglu' and 'Feel tennis instructions'. None of this previous has made such a serius and well designed approach to the tennis technique for amateurs players. Many, many thanks for sharing the Tomaz, and keep it up!!

  • @nicksingh9394
    @nicksingh9394 7 років тому

    This is the best explanation and demonstration I have seen on hitting the modern forehand.
    Awesome!

  • @ansarik75
    @ansarik75 4 роки тому +1

    I can watch this video over and over again and learn something new every time!

  • @josephmousa8717
    @josephmousa8717 7 років тому +1

    This guy is an amazing teacher! Thanks so much!

  •  5 років тому +1

    Best video on the web for recretional players! Awesome.

  • @jbautista9962
    @jbautista9962 5 років тому

    Excellent video with a lot of details. Best forehand video I’ve seen.

  • @linafarra2736
    @linafarra2736 5 років тому

    Your explanation is excellent. It is so detailed and covers all our missing actions and points out what we need to do. Thank you so much. Love it

  • @DORIS4LT
    @DORIS4LT 7 років тому

    Love the step by step explanation! Great tutorial!

  • @lederic
    @lederic 6 років тому +1

    Simply amazing! Your instruction has been invaluable to my game! Thank you!

  • @danielokeke7073
    @danielokeke7073 7 років тому +1

    Excellent instruction - thank you for posting! I found the segment on 'Drop - let gravity assist' especially helpful.

  • @albertozabeo77
    @albertozabeo77 7 років тому +4

    U save my forehand. Best coach.

  • @pkmuru
    @pkmuru 6 років тому

    Very detailed instructions, one of the very best video for Forehand technique for beginners! great job, thanks!!!

  • @fredmf411
    @fredmf411 5 років тому +2

    thanks a lot. you're such a great analytical coach . you're transforming my tennis techniques

  • @pseudo7111
    @pseudo7111 7 років тому

    Tomaz- thank you for all your video lessons. I try to follow your advice as much as possible & my game has improved tremendously.

  •  5 років тому

    Fantastic video! The best explanation on the web. Thanks for sharing!

  • @davidpham6006
    @davidpham6006 5 років тому +1

    You're the BEST, Tomas! Thanks .

  • @jonathanchen1026
    @jonathanchen1026 5 років тому +1

    Loved this video and your explanation is perfect!

  • @olegpukhlyak8052
    @olegpukhlyak8052 7 років тому

    great lesson, everything to the point, very detailed and will be very helpful. Thank you very much!

  • @markkellman4901
    @markkellman4901 5 років тому +1

    I'm getting back into tennis after being away from it for over 25 years. Now I'm able to learn the appropriate techniques by watching your videos. Thank you very much for sharing these drills and coaching gems!

  • @reginaandcraigmorris2987
    @reginaandcraigmorris2987 7 років тому +6

    Thank you so much for this video. I have been having problems with my forehand and just could not figure it out. I look forward to trying your suggestions tomorrow! Great video! Extremely helpful and totally makes sense. I am recreational player and getting the basics down first is most important. Regina

  • @darkhan.Schilde
    @darkhan.Schilde 7 років тому

    Perfect explanation! Thank you!

  • @evonzh
    @evonzh 3 роки тому +1

    Perfect instruction! Thanks a lot!

  • @jjothiusi
    @jjothiusi 2 роки тому +2

    நன்றி!

  • @michalnawalany3594
    @michalnawalany3594 2 роки тому

    Tomas I’m and adult tennis player. I picked it up about three years ago and found your videos really helpful in getting started. I feel like I’ve made some progress. I’m rewatching your videos an now can truly appreciate your advice and going back to the fundamentals really helps me refine my game - I’m v grateful. Cheers!

  • @ashokstrm
    @ashokstrm 5 років тому

    The "best" video on how to forehand n play. After hours of checking google results, this is the video to watch by a beginner and even other players for the straight facts n mind aspects. Thanks a lot n congrats!

  • @themutekiununbi4932
    @themutekiununbi4932 3 роки тому

    As always, very good analytic and explain clearly to get the message across. Thank you

  • @heripurwata
    @heripurwata 4 роки тому

    Thanks Tomas, you explained clearly. This video help me to improve my forehand.

  • @manab133321
    @manab133321 6 років тому

    You are the best Tomas.. My game has improved so much. You make it so natural and institictive. For instance, its a bowling motion makes such a big difference.

  • @gamza777
    @gamza777 7 років тому

    Tomaz, you are the best! Always learn something by watching his lessons. Subscribed!

  • @tarunkumarreddy8295
    @tarunkumarreddy8295 7 років тому +6

    Hello Mr.Thomas.We are so grateful for all your instructions.These are really helpful for all levels of players.And the name feeltennis is so perfect for your instructions.U teach the tennis tips in a really natural way.These videos are so simple yet they answer a lot of our doubts.Thank you so much for all the videos.

    • @feeltennis
      @feeltennis  7 років тому +1

      Thanks for the kind feedback!

  • @mauriciopeterlevitz8902
    @mauriciopeterlevitz8902 6 років тому

    Excelent vídeo . The best one i Saw by Far regarding forehand

  • @medelein
    @medelein 3 роки тому +1

    Wow! Best explanation ever! Thank you!

  • @paddlepower888
    @paddlepower888 2 роки тому

    Instruction that helps every time I watch. Thanks!

  • @artunyc354
    @artunyc354 7 років тому +1

    Great video ! Everything is very clear.

  • @saifk1425
    @saifk1425 6 років тому

    Excellent techniques. Learling a lot by following your instructions. Keep up the good work.

  • @ronniemcinerney3273
    @ronniemcinerney3273 3 роки тому

    I think this is your best video Tomaz. Fantastic stuff!

  • @ingemusic
    @ingemusic 6 років тому

    I really love watching your instruction videos! I am 42 and just began playing tennis.. and not very good at it yet... but your videos are so detailed and clear that I learn so much from it!! Thank you so much and keep up the good work!!!

  • @fabiansylvester7046
    @fabiansylvester7046 4 роки тому

    Thanks Tomasz your videos are amazing and so well explained thank you. You have helped move my game forward over the last year

  • @beaglesrfun5896
    @beaglesrfun5896 6 років тому +7

    You are my favorite coach on the internet! I always try to employ your tips whenever I'm out playing tennis.

  • @royaladjemian5801
    @royaladjemian5801 7 років тому +2

    Thomas, excellent video for me on the forehand technique. Recently my tennis coach asked me to concentrate on my top spin forehand . So, your 8 step technique was implemented today during my practice time. I can report that it really helped me create excellent top spin and good clearance above the net. Allowing gravity to lower my racket was the best movement for me. It allowed my racket to get naturally into the strike zone to press and roll the ball with nice top spin. Also, the finger spreading on the grip has helped by providing more support and preventing wrist pain . Keep on Rocking Thomas !

  • @mzukiew2054
    @mzukiew2054 6 років тому

    Really great. Thanks for your films i'm improved my forehand! You are doing great job!!

  • @shouhan1973
    @shouhan1973 7 років тому

    Excellent tip, instruction and explanation. I have been teaching tennis players and explaining to them the same technique like this one as well other techniques Tomas taught on UA-cam, but could never re-direct my players to confirm with other professional instructors. Tomas' videos let my players truly appreciate these techniques. Many thanks to Tomas!!!

  • @chestertham
    @chestertham 7 років тому

    Fantastic instruction. Thanks!

  • @eddy147Tennis
    @eddy147Tennis 7 років тому

    Very nice complete video of the forehand; I learned my forehand basically from watching Lendl back in the 80's, so this is quite a change in how a forehand should be played. You explain it very well, can not wait to put it in practice. Thank you for this!

  • @JoachimJepsen
    @JoachimJepsen 5 років тому

    Best video I have seen on forehand technique!

  • @stuartw969
    @stuartw969 7 років тому

    Great! Clear and concise techniques. I am using your helpful videos for my 12 year old daughter. Her progress is fantastic. Than you! Stuart W

  • @hanneshohberger4899
    @hanneshohberger4899 4 роки тому +1

    Perfect instruction! Thanks a lot!!! :)

  • @steveboom6970
    @steveboom6970 6 років тому +1

    You're outstanding!!! Thanks!!!

  • @ananth11
    @ananth11 5 років тому

    You are amazing and the detail you while explaining is just amazing and selfless. Thank you :)

  • @williamphifer9538
    @williamphifer9538 4 роки тому

    Thank you! Very well done.

  • @mdougf
    @mdougf 5 років тому

    Great breakdown; thanks mate

  • @roccospaccio722
    @roccospaccio722 6 років тому

    This is the best teaching of forehand technique that I have seen anywhere...

  • @cjsima
    @cjsima Рік тому

    Best tennis channel

  • @prasadvarier5855
    @prasadvarier5855 7 років тому +16

    This is an excellent video. The concept of dropping the racket back along the edge using gravity reduces the effort required considerably and I get more control.
    I am 50+ and started playing tennis recently.
    Thank you very much.

    • @ZZ4200
      @ZZ4200 4 роки тому

      A modest question: dropping means the rotation of the arm from the shoulder. The wrist follows the arm. Do you agree?

  • @samnguyen1457
    @samnguyen1457 2 місяці тому

    Amazing coach!

  • @fairman1455
    @fairman1455 7 років тому

    Thanks Thomas excellent video

  • @jerrytom3514
    @jerrytom3514 6 років тому

    Nice job as always --- totally agree with you... Fantastic job of teaching!!

  • @themutekiununbi4932
    @themutekiununbi4932 3 роки тому

    I absolutely agreed that you are my no 1 favourite in learning and improve the tennis skills in UA-cam

  • @cabinio1
    @cabinio1 7 років тому

    Hi Tomaz, thanks a lot for this video, it is excellent!!!

  • @photocongthuong
    @photocongthuong Місяць тому

    amazing lesson

  • @magustin
    @magustin 3 роки тому

    Excellent technique and instructions.

  • @ronniemcinerney3273
    @ronniemcinerney3273 7 років тому

    Great coaching!

  • @RocketMan-zc9jr
    @RocketMan-zc9jr 4 роки тому +1

    Your instruction is perfect, 100%. Thats how I hit the forehand:)

  • @Juliette_4
    @Juliette_4 6 років тому

    excellent demonstration

  • @alanfreedmanverywellexplai4460
    @alanfreedmanverywellexplai4460 7 років тому

    Very clear explanation

  • @joshuakester4401
    @joshuakester4401 4 роки тому

    You are an excellent coach, sir.

  • @marcocavalli
    @marcocavalli 7 років тому +16

    Great video master Thomas... every section is a preciuous gem!
    Please copy & paste in your description this summay of your video. It would be useful to view and review the single sections of your lesson...
    Summary of this video:
    0:25 The grip: the nuances of the forehand grip
    2:36 Ready position (are you also in a ready state?)
    5:22 Preparation: in which direction and how high?
    6:37 The drop: let the gravity assist you
    11:13 Acceleration. How the sync the body and the arm: the hip rotation
    15:49 Swing path: bowling vs. discus throw
    18:41 Contact & spin: how to spin the ball for control
    19:15 Extension (and how it's based on intention)
    21:56 Followthrough: why catch with the left hand?

    • @feeltennis
      @feeltennis  7 років тому +4

      Thank you very much, Marco, I have added the time stamps to the description! Note that on my website for this article I also offer a free download of a PDF with all the checkpoints.

  • @mohamedkhedr9244
    @mohamedkhedr9244 5 років тому +1

    Thank you from egypt ... was great i learn alot to teach my son

  • @kubajz8
    @kubajz8 7 років тому +2

    great advices as always

  • @paddlepower888
    @paddlepower888 3 роки тому

    Great lesson

  • @kklin7
    @kklin7 7 років тому

    Many good tips here, esp brushing vs. 'compress and roll'. Thanks!

  • @audreyz2704
    @audreyz2704 5 років тому

    had been struggling with my forehand for a while, even the private lessons didn’t do much to help. I compared my swing with your key points and finally realized I didn’t sync the acceleration with hip rotation! Just tried and my swing has come alive for the time!

  • @syedshah7421
    @syedshah7421 3 роки тому

    Very nice teaching for early learning thanks

  • @hossamyasser8651
    @hossamyasser8651 2 роки тому

    You are just awesome! Thanks!

  • @WhitneyJohnson
    @WhitneyJohnson 3 роки тому

    You are an amazing coach Tomas!

  • @PIAO725
    @PIAO725 6 років тому +2

    Great video for a beginner like me! Now everything actually makes sense to me> I am getting much better control of the ball with good speed and even a little topspin without swing my arm like hell or wrist pain.

  • @stmstar333
    @stmstar333 5 років тому

    Thanks, excellent advice

  • @rummy1146
    @rummy1146 6 років тому

    Sir i learned lot from you thanx from bottom of my heart

  • @jungscabin
    @jungscabin Рік тому

    It is so nice instruction forehand ever
    I am lucky to got a this from my friend.
    Thank you

  • @ArunMPEdison
    @ArunMPEdison 3 роки тому

    Thanks a ton. It corrected one of the silly mistake I was doing by approaching the forehand more like a table tennis/ping pong, direct attack in an angle. I was not finishing and catching the racket. Nor using the gravity technique, which gives an easy starts for the motion and momentum to maintain. Thanks again, this is invaluable.

  • @manashhandique3958
    @manashhandique3958 6 років тому

    Thanks for your detail and Bio mechanics steps ...

  • @bstegnell
    @bstegnell 2 роки тому

    The best ever instruction, fantastic !!!! I will follow 🙂 Thank you very much. You speak tennis with top FEEL /Björn