For me, and for a lot of amateur players, errors primarily come from one thing : Effort/conditioning. When I start to get tired, I stop moving my feet as much. That's when it all starts to crumble.
I've been feeling off on my forehand for a few days and the knowledge you drop on your videos is all i need. Thank you so much for shaping me into me the player i am today by your hardwork, dedication and wisdom. Wish you all the best, Coach!
Appreciate the content . Making errors is an unsepratable part of the game , we can't stop making errors, but we can force our opponents making more errors rather than us !
Love your content - very clear, straightforward, actionable advice. You asked for suggestions about other videos. It would be great if you could do a video on how to play effective mini-tennis for warmup? Also, a video on how to hit a good neutral ball to start a rally (harder than it looks!)? Thanks again.
The most important part imo is actually the racket head acceleration to keep high spin, too many times do I see players slow down to hit the ball higher
Excellent series. Am a happy paid subscriber. Particularly appreciate the no-nonsense style, practical advice, structured lesson format, and ample demonstration.
Great video guys! It must be challenging to play on the grass court you boys are on. Your top spins actually bounce lower; I can't imagine how effective back spin slices can be. I would love to see a lesson where you guys talk about this court and apply your knowledge about this in correlation to foot work, techniques etc. Cheers!
Excellent video chaps! Beautifully shot, edited and narrated. It looks like a BBC report! I love how how you keep improving every aspect of the production and tuition. Congratulations!
With average rally length recreational to pro being 4 shots, it's best to practice serves, serve returns, serve +1 and serve return +1. A great lesson would be how to pressure opponents' weak second serves in both singles and doubles. Also, how to target serve placement and spin if you can't hit a fast, powerful serve. Thanks for all your great lessons.
Another great training video thanks... I could watch this video 100 times and I'd still be making errors. A few years ago I started to analyze my most common error - I wasn't hitting down the line, I was aiming towards the corners and it was a high risk shot. In time I corrected that error, and then I analyzed the next most common error - for me it was D/faults. My point is, I don't think I (we) can stop making errors, all I look to do now is recognize the error category and know what I should do differently.
This is the video I needed. Will practice more on hitting with hight and getting low and staying low with thebracket. Too many times in the rally I hit the ball into the net, not getting the racket low enough and then hitting across the ball. Or not enough spin to keep it in and it actually goes long even though I didn't hit the ball with much pace. I'm so loose and hit so well in the warm up then completely loose it in the match. I don't know how to stay as loose in the match as in warm up or get out of my head when I miss shots. Ugh! Thanks.
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Yes of course, I have many questions in my head :) 1) Differences between left side serve and right side: how to hit external or T 2) My first serve is very strong but it ends up to the net almost always. How can I improve it? 3) I spend a lot of energy in a short time rather my opponent. How can I improve my tennis so I can run less than him and keep my mind more clear? 4) My one hand backhand is good in practice but awful during the match. I think I have a problem to figure out the right timing with fast balls These are my suggestions for some videos :)
Great content again. I have an aggressive mindset. Probably hyper aggressive. I will always get sucked into a lull with pushers and will self implode. Do you have any suggestions for me to keep my game and not play my opponent’s?
Move them around, be patient, give yourself a good margin for error, don't let your footwork deteriorate and be the reason you lose points (wow, it's like talking to myself!).
Power player. The older I get, more often I have to play younger players... I need to shorten points. I could downgrade and play slower, less fit adversaries... should I?
I don't know after 6 months of complete inactivity due to shut down, I'm trying to recover functionality and basic strokes without getting injured. Our coaches r not the best so it's basically through vids such as these that I'm hoping to be able to recover my pre pandemic shape but that'll be a long road, I think.
@@FollowingNamePolicy I've been there... I hit what I think is a winner against a college age opponent and they show no respect, they get to the ball and wip a passing shot past me... The 'old days' of point construction don't work anymore. At least, I'm out on court still enjoying my tennis and I won't ever play age group tennis. 😎
Depends on what my opponent brings to the court. I am the professor type, always having plan or angle to work from, finding your weaknesses. I don't want to stop making mistakes I want my opponent to make much more mistakes then me.
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Hi, Simon. Basically every lesson you guys hold is appreciated! In these days, however, I'm going in depth about the Drop Shot, experimenting the difference between a long drop and a very short drop, one that literally dies near the net; in particular, I noticed (also by learning from the pros) that, if you want to perform the latter in an effective way, you have to let the racket head sag, let it go down towards the ground. That way, you'll have both a short drop and a nice spin. Maybe a recap on the drop would be nice anyway, since a lot of people and teachers confuse the dropshot with the standard back...
Your videos are so crystal clear talking about the quality, technique, drills and the mindset thank you , we need you guys to improve the game to higher levels Love from India ❤️👍
My forehand technique is similar to Alex's. Do you have any tips to improve topspin or consistency with it? (Or any tips at all) I hit with a grip between eastern and semi western (heel pad on bevel 3, index knuckle on bevel 4).
Is it possible you can make a video on like focusing? I as a player am fine playing consistent on defense or neutral, but lose my focus and mess up the easy short ball because that ball should be low over the net and hit hard right?
Merci Je suis un joueur amateur japonais Viser à gagner le tournoi Votre jeu a été très utile J'aimerais continuer à regarder vos vidéos et à m'entraîner
Hi guys..I missed your great Black Friday sales 😫I was overseas and didn’t pay enough attention. Do you intend to make discounts around Christmas too? Thank you anyways for all the great videos, tips and drills. Best tennis channel I know 💪💪
guys your really amazing i have one point of attention normally i slice a lot but when you play double it is not affective because the net player can get it easily what to do in this situation when your backhand is not so very good
I think he said to move each other around but you arent necessarily going for crazy winners, just focusing on clean hitting. The other person gets a "point" when its from an unforced error
Hi guys, versatile video as always interesting, thanks because I need consistency, for the training I am not too bad but once I am getting in match quite often I am losing my means 🎾👍
I know you guys are huge Federer fans, just curious do you both or either of you use an eastern forehand grip like Roger or semi western like most ATP stars?
Good video I try to give top spin but I move racket up more then back to forward So it spins but goes outside the court I failed to swing forward enough along with bottom to top swing up I noticed in ur video y’all are moving racket back and forth a lot more then me
PLS clear my doubt when I am playing with advanced player my game is in peak performance I will hit the ball and most of the balls will go inside but when I play with players in my level and if I try to hit most of the balls are going out pls help me with this
This works when your opponent hits balls with topspin to you eg the ball comes at waist height or above to you but if your playing flat hitting opponents it’s near impossible .
Hope fed takes out time to learn from this video. While a big fan of his, I have to admit he makes way too many unforced errors hitting balls into the net.
This is all nice basics, but a bit of a player already knows how to play a topspin shot, and in a match you don't get those easy training balls where you have all the time in the world to roll them in etc.
@@alexandergeorgiev2631 false, you would make less mistakes. The title states how to stop making mistakes all together. Even the very best players can't play one match without making a mistake. Bad title, nice video.
@@atrem7942 Yes, you have to come to terms with errors in tennis. But this can't turn into an alibi for avoidable mistakes. The title is clearly hyperbolic.
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Hi there! My son is playing 3 doubles matches and he will play 2 doubles matches back to back. The 3rd will be an hour after the second. Should he get on a stationary bike to keep loose or do some light movement drills before his next match? What do you recommend?
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Hey! thanks for your videos. Could you please make a video of how to handle low biting slice, both forehand and backhand? Thanks!
For me, and for a lot of amateur players, errors primarily come from one thing : Effort/conditioning. When I start to get tired, I stop moving my feet as much. That's when it all starts to crumble.
For sure, fitness is the hidden gem
Off the court training, lifting weights, interval training, cardio, no problem can be done
@@CarlUsana-o3l most important thing is with what you build the body, the food.
I've been feeling off on my forehand for a few days and the knowledge you drop on your videos is all i need. Thank you so much for shaping me into me the player i am today by your hardwork, dedication and wisdom. Wish you all the best, Coach!
Appreciate the content .
Making errors is an unsepratable part of the game , we can't stop making errors, but we can force our opponents making more errors rather than us !
💯
Love your content - very clear, straightforward, actionable advice. You asked for suggestions about other videos. It would be great if you could do a video on how to play effective mini-tennis for warmup? Also, a video on how to hit a good neutral ball to start a rally (harder than it looks!)? Thanks again.
Thanks for the support Philip
We’ll add those ideas to our list
All the best
Simon
Totally agree with this! Two excellent basics that rarely get covered.
Shapo furiously taking notes
Or he's thinking, “what are they talking about?” 🤔
Shapo: “Note to self. Make more winners.”
Furiously ? Lmao
just came from him losing to djokovic at semis, he must be taking notes on that backhand
why dont you take notes. i am sure Shapo is better than you. He faced a tennis god in Novak... you can't beat my grandmother...
The most important part imo is actually the racket head acceleration to keep high spin, too many times do I see players slow down to hit the ball higher
Excellent series. Am a happy paid subscriber. Particularly appreciate the no-nonsense style, practical advice, structured lesson format, and ample demonstration.
Thank you for the support 🙏
Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future?
All the best
Simon
The clarity of the video is amazing. Great lesson.
Thank you for watching 👍
Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future?
All the best
Simon
I always watch your videos; your knowledge of and passion for the game is evident in everything you do …..
Thank you for watching 👍
Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future?
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Simon
Great video guys! It must be challenging to play on the grass court you boys are on. Your top spins actually bounce lower; I can't imagine how effective back spin slices can be. I would love to see a lesson where you guys talk about this court and apply your knowledge about this in correlation to foot work, techniques etc. Cheers!
Excellent video chaps! Beautifully shot, edited and narrated. It looks like a BBC report! I love how how you keep improving every aspect of the production and tuition. Congratulations!
Great video. Appreciate the high production value - looks fantastic. And lots of excellent advice. Thanks, guys!
Thank you 🙏
Well made video! Very important lessons here. I think topspin and the ability to hit crosscourt are the biggest factors in keeping the ball in play.
Very few training videos have such long rallies. Thanks for the video lesson and proving that what you teach is achievable. Best wishes.
Thanks for the support 🙏
All the best
Simon
Love the video! Two handed topspin advice is always welcome! I chicken out on my two hanger and punch the ball a lot. The drill will help!
Good luck with the improvements 👍
All the best
Simon
Great lesson! Love you, guys! Learned to play tennis within 3 years with your help!!!
That is awesome and thanks for watching.
Are there any lessons you would like to see in 2022?
Best regards,
Simon
With average rally length recreational to pro being 4 shots, it's best to practice serves, serve returns, serve +1 and serve return +1. A great lesson would be how to pressure opponents' weak second serves in both singles and doubles. Also, how to target serve placement and spin if you can't hit a fast, powerful serve. Thanks for all your great lessons.
Thank you guys so much for your high quality instructions !!
Thank you for the support 🙏
Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future?
All the best
Simon
Thank you for the video, nice drill at the end
Many thanks 🙏
This has got to be the one of the most 'common sense' tennis videos around. So well done and the logic is flawless. Thank you.
Really happy to see good old school grass courts and talking about top spin :)
Your content is incredible! Thank you so much, you helped a lot to improve my game!
Hey Simon,
Could you make a video analyzing Shapovalov's backhand? The Shapo Special is truly... special!
Great tennis channel !! Could you please explain us how to change ball direction during a rally?
@@diegoperezdearenaza500 look up "tennis directionals" for info on when to change ball direction in a rally.
Another great training video thanks... I could watch this video 100 times and I'd still be making errors.
A few years ago I started to analyze my most common error - I wasn't hitting down the line, I was aiming towards the corners and it was a high risk shot. In time I corrected that error, and then I analyzed the next most common error - for me it was D/faults.
My point is, I don't think I (we) can stop making errors, all I look to do now is recognize the error category and know what I should do differently.
Hard to find so much attention to details , what a service to teach 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Thank you for the support 🙏
Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future?
Simon
His one arm backhand is marvelous isn't it? That fluidity, among many other things, is what I'm missing. Great vid u 2!!
Spot on Simon and Alex! Who doesn’t need more consistency? 🤘🙂
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oh my lord that court is low bouncing. all those beautiful spinny shots die and bounce 6 inches off the ground! ha! what a crazy surface
When it’s wet, it’s even worse
This is the video I needed. Will practice more on hitting with hight and getting low and staying low with thebracket. Too many times in the rally I hit the ball into the net, not getting the racket low enough and then hitting across the ball. Or not enough spin to keep it in and it actually goes long even though I didn't hit the ball with much pace. I'm so loose and hit so well in the warm up then completely loose it in the match. I don't know how to stay as loose in the match as in warm up or get out of my head when I miss shots. Ugh! Thanks.
Thanks for the support 🙏
Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future?
All the best
Simon
Just yesterday I was wondering how to become a more consistent player. This video is the answer!!! thanks a lot.
Thank you for watching 👍
Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future?
All the best
Simon
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Yes of course, I have many questions in my head :)
1) Differences between left side serve and right side: how to hit external or T
2) My first serve is very strong but it ends up to the net almost always. How can I improve it?
3) I spend a lot of energy in a short time rather my opponent. How can I improve my tennis so I can run less than him and keep my mind more clear?
4) My one hand backhand is good in practice but awful during the match. I think I have a problem to figure out the right timing with fast balls
These are my suggestions for some videos :)
Very good tips, I will drill as you told us. Thank you.
Thank you for watching 👍
Great lesson， enjoyed it very much! Thanks Alex and Simon
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Simon
well done...thanks guys
Thank you for watching 👍
Thanks this video was very helpful
i will practice this in my next session, seems smooth and easy going.
Great content again. I have an aggressive mindset. Probably hyper aggressive. I will always get sucked into a lull with pushers and will self implode. Do you have any suggestions for me to keep my game and not play my opponent’s?
Move them around, be patient, give yourself a good margin for error, don't let your footwork deteriorate and be the reason you lose points (wow, it's like talking to myself!).
Crush ball down middle. You’ll get short ball real quick.
What type of player are you: power player or a wall that never misses?
Neither.
Power player. The older I get, more often I have to play younger players... I need to shorten points. I could downgrade and play slower, less fit adversaries... should I?
I don't know after 6 months of complete inactivity due to shut down, I'm trying to recover functionality and basic strokes without getting injured. Our coaches r not the best so it's basically through vids such as these that I'm hoping to be able to recover my pre pandemic shape but that'll be a long road, I think.
@@FollowingNamePolicy I've been there... I hit what I think is a winner against a college age opponent and they show no respect, they get to the ball and wip a passing shot past me... The 'old days' of point construction don't work anymore. At least, I'm out on court still enjoying my tennis and I won't ever play age group tennis. 😎
Depends on what my opponent brings to the court. I am the professor type, always having plan or angle to work from, finding your weaknesses. I don't want to stop making mistakes I want my opponent to make much more mistakes then me.
Excellent. Consistent is very important and we don’t train for it.
💯
Simon and Alex, you are excellent coachs. You explanation is extremely clear. Saludos desde Argentina!
Great tips as usual. Thanks and greetings from Rome!
Thank you for watching 👍
Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future?
All the best
Simon
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Hi, Simon. Basically every lesson you guys hold is appreciated! In these days, however, I'm going in depth about the Drop Shot, experimenting the difference between a long drop and a very short drop, one that literally dies near the net; in particular, I noticed (also by learning from the pros) that, if you want to perform the latter in an effective way, you have to let the racket head sag, let it go down towards the ground. That way, you'll have both a short drop and a nice spin.
Maybe a recap on the drop would be nice anyway, since a lot of people and teachers confuse the dropshot with the standard back...
Quite useful guys , good job 👊
Very nice tips
Thanks for the support 🙏
Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future?
All the best
Simon
Excellent video! Thanks for taking your time. My backhand usually ends in the net.
Another top lesson 👌 thanks guys.
Most informative tennis video out there
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Simon
Your videos are so crystal clear talking about the quality, technique, drills and the mindset thank you , we need you guys to improve the game to higher levels
Love from India ❤️👍
Really great video. Good coaches. Thanks 🙏
Thank you guys for another great video
My forehand technique is similar to Alex's. Do you have any tips to improve topspin or consistency with it? (Or any tips at all) I hit with a grip between eastern and semi western (heel pad on bevel 3, index knuckle on bevel 4).
Great video, I struggle with my consistency
Thank you for the lessons.
Very useful!
Thank you for watching 👍
Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future?
All the best
Simon
Really good.
Thank you for the support
Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future?
All the best
Simon
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Would like to learn how to hit the high balls.
Any chance you could cover tennis plays and shot selection in a future video?
Here you go sir - ua-cam.com/video/UguFrKS-NfA/v-deo.html
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Thank you much!!!
Simon you been hitting the gym? Nice gains 💪
IS there a club site where this is recorded? Tnx and great stuff. ;)
Is it possible you can make a video on like focusing? I as a player am fine playing consistent on defense or neutral, but lose my focus and mess up the easy short ball because that ball should be low over the net and hit hard right?
I never had a chance to play on grass, in Brazil mostly are clay and hard court. It looks so comfortably to play and less aggressive to body.
Could be the most important video for aspiring tennis players
Thank you Barath we hope we can help as many players with their game!
thanks for teaching me mate now im a pro
Merci
Je suis un joueur amateur japonais
Viser à gagner le tournoi
Votre jeu a été très utile
J'aimerais continuer à regarder vos vidéos et à m'entraîner
valuable content.
Thanks 👍
Hi guys..I missed your great Black Friday sales 😫I was overseas and didn’t pay enough attention.
Do you intend to make discounts around Christmas too?
Thank you anyways for all the great videos, tips and drills. Best tennis channel I know 💪💪
I am consistent! I can do it!
Vamos 💪
guys your really amazing i have one point of attention normally i slice a lot but when you play double it is not affective because the net player can get it easily what to do in this situation when your backhand is not so very good
In the drill are you recommending to play cooperatively or to push your partner around to induce an error?
I think he said to move each other around but you arent necessarily going for crazy winners, just focusing on clean hitting. The other person gets a "point" when its from an unforced error
you dont use dampener? tks
Dampeners ruin my feel. Especially with stiff frames like the Dunlop I use
This is great for my 10 year old son and myself.
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Hi guys, versatile video as always interesting, thanks because I need consistency, for the training I am not too bad but once I am getting in match quite often I am losing my means 🎾👍
Too good !
Thank you for watching 👍
Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future?
All the best
Simon
The importance of the mind game and how to be relaxed to make good decisions as we play a game.
Thanks
I know you guys are huge Federer fans, just curious do you both or either of you use an eastern forehand grip like Roger or semi western like most ATP stars?
I use an eastern forehand grip
All the best
Simon
cool nice swing
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6:25 Forehand rhythm
Good video
I try to give top spin but I move racket up more then back to forward
So it spins but goes outside the court
I failed to swing forward enough along with bottom to top swing up
I noticed in ur video y’all are moving racket back and forth a lot more then me
Good video
Thank you for watching 👍
Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future?
All the best
Simon
Smashed the like button. You owe me a new mouse.
🤣🤣🤣
Looks like I missed the Drill but talk on the consistency is a big a value add
Top! :)
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Simon
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial If one day you come to La Côte D'Azur, make a video together to do a big buzz! :)))))
PLS clear my doubt when I am playing with advanced player my game is in peak performance I will hit the ball and most of the balls will go inside but when I play with players in my level and if I try to hit most of the balls are going out pls help me with this
You probably need more margin with the lower level players. Heavy topspin and good net clearance
Best drill
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This works when your opponent hits balls with topspin to you eg the ball comes at waist height or above to you but if your playing flat hitting opponents it’s near impossible .
It can be done on lower, faster balls too, if you adapt your technique accordingly
Is it wrong to play tennis like I play ping pong? That’s what I’m doing now and it might be a mistake
Is it?
I arrived faster than covid!😁
you guys can actually play. Quite well.
Thanks.
How do I play against an opponent who always slices the ball
You guys have turned into pushers. ☺️ Just kidding. Very cool video.
Turned into? We’ve always been 🤣
I start missing then start pushing which makes it worse.
Focus on these tips and you should see a big difference
a 12 minute video on how to stop making errors? Marvel gonna have to come out with a damn trilogy for that
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Hope fed takes out time to learn from this video. While a big fan of his, I have to admit he makes way too many unforced errors hitting balls into the net.
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I want to learn how to serve wide. To take my opponent wide off the court
This is all nice basics, but a bit of a player already knows how to play a topspin shot, and in a match you don't get those easy training balls where you have all the time in the world to roll them in etc.
That’s true, it all depends on what level you’re playing at. 95% of people who watch this video will be able to learn something
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Tennis is a game of faults & errors. So to stop making mistakes you need to quit playing tennis.
If you make your opponent mess up before you, then you won't make a mistake 🤔💭
@@alexandergeorgiev2631 false, you would make less mistakes. The title states how to stop making mistakes all together. Even the very best players can't play one match without making a mistake. Bad title, nice video.
@@atrem7942 Yes, you have to come to terms with errors in tennis. But this can't turn into an alibi for avoidable mistakes. The title is clearly hyperbolic.
western griips hit down the line always
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gotta say that I hate the title of this video... if Federer, Djokovic, Nadal, etc can make mistakes, then anyone can and will!
🌴🥰🥰💃🕺🇷🇺🎾👍
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Great info.
Many thanks 🙏
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Hi there!
My son is playing 3 doubles matches and he will play 2 doubles matches back to back. The 3rd will be an hour after the second. Should he get on a stationary bike to keep loose or do some light movement drills before his next match?
What do you recommend?