How to Hit a Tennis Forehand Today is the day that you will learn how to be an effective tennis player. It’s not too difficult to strategically hit a tennis ball if you take the proper actions. As a college tennis player and instructor, I can tell you that anyone with the right mind set and determination can become a successful tennis player in both its physical and mental aspects. From an experienced player to a complete beginner this instruction teaches the basic fundamentals of tennis while implicating various advanced guidelines. First, before any skills are mastered you must come prepared. You will need a tennis racquet, but not just any tennis racquet, you need one that fits your preference. You want something that meets your requirements
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To begin your boot camp of tennis you must learn the steps and strides of a forehand. The forehand is the most used and important shot in any tennis match. Before learning anything of the other required skills a player must grasp this shot. To triumph a forehand you must shadow these steps. First, a player must find their desired grip for their racquet. Gripping the racquet a certain style has an impact on each shot. First, there is the Continental grip; this grip is an older style grip that can be used on any shot, but manly the serve and volley. Second, the Eastern grip is a very common used grip that is very versatile for switching between a top spin to flat shot. Next, the semi-Western grip lets the player utilize more top spin on the ball giving the player more control and consistency. Finally, the full Western grip is an extreme grip that creates immense top spin that allows you to hit the ball well above the net line while still landing in. There is no perfect grip, each one has its own advantages and limits and choosing the one that fits you is your decision. Next, you must achieve proper position, make sure you are ready for the return. Stay on your toes and make a split step (a jump about 2 inches in front of you), enabling you to be explosive at the tennis ball. Bend your knees and hold the racquet out in front of you. Have your shoulders parallel to the …show more content…
Turn your body at a 90 degree angle to your dominant hand’s side so your stomach is facing the fence. Bring the racquet backwards, performing a looping motion. Swing your opposite arm around and point your front foot in the direction you want the ball. Place all your weight on your back leg. Now, swing forward hitting the ball out in front of you. Bring your racquet forward from the looping motion to a low to high movement, creating top spin. Step forward with the weight shifting to your front foot and push off the ground creating power. As your racquet approaches the ball, pronate your wrist by twisting it in a brushing action to create spin. Rotate your upper body using your hips with force to establish a faster swing. Follow through with your racquet across your body to your opposite shoulder creating more pace and balance after. Finally, get back in ready position for the next
To begin your boot camp of tennis you must learn the steps and strides of a forehand. The forehand is the most used and important shot in any tennis match. Before learning anything of the other required skills a player must grasp this shot. To triumph a forehand you must shadow these steps. First, a player must find their desired grip for their racquet. Gripping the racquet a certain style has an impact on each shot. First, there is the Continental grip; this grip is an older style grip that can be used on any shot, but manly the serve and volley. Second, the Eastern grip is a very common used grip that is very versatile for switching between a top spin to flat shot. Next, the semi-Western grip lets the player utilize more top spin on the ball giving the player more control and consistency. Finally, the full Western grip is an extreme grip that creates immense top spin that allows you to hit the ball well above the net line while still landing in. There is no perfect grip, each one has its own advantages and limits and choosing the one that fits you is your decision. Next, you must achieve proper position, make sure you are ready for the return. Stay on your toes and make a split step (a jump about 2 inches in front of you), enabling you to be explosive at the tennis ball. Bend your knees and hold the racquet out in front of you. Have your shoulders parallel to the …show more content…
Turn your body at a 90 degree angle to your dominant hand’s side so your stomach is facing the fence. Bring the racquet backwards, performing a looping motion. Swing your opposite arm around and point your front foot in the direction you want the ball. Place all your weight on your back leg. Now, swing forward hitting the ball out in front of you. Bring your racquet forward from the looping motion to a low to high movement, creating top spin. Step forward with the weight shifting to your front foot and push off the ground creating power. As your racquet approaches the ball, pronate your wrist by twisting it in a brushing action to create spin. Rotate your upper body using your hips with force to establish a faster swing. Follow through with your racquet across your body to your opposite shoulder creating more pace and balance after. Finally, get back in ready position for the next