Coaching Tennis

This phenomenally successful guide has become a touchstone for hundreds of thousands of people. Not just for tennis players, or even just for athletes in general, this handbook works for anybody who wants to improve their performance in any activity, from playing music to getting ahead at work.

What’s the number one thing stopping you from playing your best tennis? Ian Westermann, founder of the world’s #1 online tennis instruction portal, Essentialtennis.com, will confidently say it’s an obstacle you probably never thought of: The ball. The whole point of tennis is to hit the ball over the net and in, so how can the ball be the thing that’s standing in the way? In fact, this is why the ball is such an impediment: your desire to hit a good shot, with the right mix of power and spin, to a specific spot on the court, prevents you from striking the ball the way you should.

Are you a player who has been playing competitive matches for less than a few years? Are you in the NTRP range of 2.5-3.5 or UTR 1.0 - 4.0? Do you lose matches you felt you should win? Are you the better player with technical skills and/or athleticism, but are not coming out on top against seemingly lesser players? The bad news is that the scoreboard doesn't lie. The good news is that this book is designed to put you on a firm foundation, to help you win the close matches.You can have fewer bad days, and also gain more satisfaction with less frustration. It's not Winning Ugly, The Inner ...

From Andre Agassi, one of the most beloved athletes in history and one of the most gifted men ever to step onto a tennis court, a beautiful, haunting autobiography. Agassi brings a near-photographic memory to every pivotal match and every relationship. Never before has the inner game of tennis and the outer game of fame been so precisely limned. In clear, taut prose, Agassi evokes his loyal brother, his wise coach, his gentle trainer, all the people who help him regain his balance and find love at last with Stefanie Graf.

Pete Sampras is arguably the greatest tennis player ever, a man whose hard-nosed work ethic led to an unprecedented number one world ranking for 286 weeks, and whose prodigious talent made possible a record-setting 14 Grand Slam titles. While his more vocal rivals sometimes grabbed the headlines, Pete always preferred to let his racket do the talking. Until now.

Winning Words by Adam Blicher is the ultimate guide to magnify your tennis coaching. Drawing on insights from over 100 of the world’s most accomplished tennis coaches, this game-changing book unveils the secret to creating unshakable bonds with tennis players, unlocking their full potential, and driving performance to unparalleled heights. Are you tired of repeating the same instructions without seeing results? Do you want to turn your knowledge into action that inspires growth on and off the court? Adam Blicher, a master communicator and coach, shows you how to transform frustration into...

He's been called the best in the world at the mental game of tennis. Brad Gilbert's strokes may not be pretty, but looks aren't everything. He has beaten the tour's biggest names - all by playing his "ugly" game. Now, in Winning Ugly, Gilbert teaches recreational players how to win more often without necessarily even changing their strokes. The key to success, he says, is to become a better thinking player - to recognize, analyze, and capitalize. That means out-thinking opponents before, during, and after a match - forcing him or her to play your game.

Tennis Doctor is a self-help tennis book for adults. You could have 40-inch biceps, rapid anticipation, fancy feet, and a brilliant mind- but if you have poor swing mechanics, you will never win. On the contrary, you can have slow reactions, terrible footwork, and be 40 pounds overweight, yet still make a good shot if you can produce a perfect swing. By reading Tennis Doctor, you own the secret to a perfect swing, and If we have to, we’ll call you an Uber to get you to the ball in time. This book shows one how to navigate the ins and outs of modern tennis, which is riddled with shady ...

About the Book: This book is written for tennis professionals and for those who might want to enter the field of tennis teaching and become a professional instructor or coach. Parents who want the best available instruction for their children will find this book essential for selecting the right instructor to help their child fulfill their tennis dreams and to enjoy this great game of tennis for a lifetime. If you are currently a tennis pro and not a member of a professional organization, I strongly recommend that you join either the United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) or ...

Table tennis is a weirdly addictive sport. All over the world, an army of amateur table tennis players compete in leagues, tournaments, pub battles, work challenges and ‘friendly’ family games. A 78-year-old can beat a 28-year-old. A 10-year-old can make a grown man cry. To win, you need ninja-like reflexes, the control and coordination of a tightrope-artist, and the tactical dexterity of a chess grandmaster.In this book, coach Tom Lodziak will help you improve your table tennis skills, win more points and win more matches. Tom shares tips on training, service, returning serves, winning...

This is the Simple Tennis method made popular by Hawaii Tennis Pro--it teaches you how to play doubles from beginner to advanced.

What if you could reach peak performance…all the time? “Scott has devoted his entire professional career to understanding and mastering the zone in tennis. His training system is both effective and practical. His approach clearly demonstrates the importance of visualization in achieving peak performance.” – Dr. Jim Loehr, author of The Power of Full Engagement Flow, the zone, peak performance…there are different names for it, but you know how powerful it is when you’re there. Conventional coaching wisdom says there is no reliable formula to reach that state, but Scott Ford is ...

Bestselling author Frank Giampaolo wrote The Psychology of Tennis Parenting to provide the athlete, parent, and coach with an indispensable road map to maximizing the athlete’s potential at a quicker rate. The Psychology of Tennis Parenting is the successor of The Tennis Parent’s Bible (Volume 1 & 2). Frank offers profound insights into the most critical and challenging issues in developing champions. This book is a must-read for any coach, athlete, or parent interested in significantly improving the game’s software (mental/emotional) components.

Play Like a Champion: The Tennis Player’s Journey Train with Purpose, Compete with Confidence This isn’t just a tennis book. It’s a roadmap for serious players who want to train with intention and compete with a champion’s mindset. Play Like a Champion takes you through every phase of a tennis player’s journey—from daily practice habits to tournament performance and mental resilience. Built from the real training notes of top-level athletes, this guide blends technical instruction, tactical planning, and mental development into one cohesive system. Inside you’ll learn how to: ...

This book is for every player who feels stuck and frustrated by lack of improvement. It is the perfect guide to understanding and developing every aspect of the game.

This is for the teachers out there that became tennis coaches and for tennis coaches, that want drills to develop large group of players.

Do you want a completely new perspective on the metaphysical nature of tennis? Torben Ulrich is known by some as the first player of the inner game. In your hunger for something different, and to know a fascinating character in the game, get to know him in this conversation. Learn about his unique training rituals. Find out about his basis for ball playing. Discover an amazing moment in parenting helping his son discover whether to play tennis more music, then founding one of the most influential rock bands in history. Learn to appreciate some of the precious moments in tennis.

You have probably reached a point of pain in your net game, something has triggered your curiosity about the secrets of coming forward to finish, or you have a solid drive to gain every advantage you can. You want to go to the net to get the most out of an aggressive game. People always use the word ‘secret,’ but it's only a secret if you don't know it. All secrets will be revealed, and everything in this book is born from feeling the pain, knowing the problems, and finding practical, doable solutions that are valid and relevant solutions. I Know Your Pain! You Might Be Thinking Like ...

Simple Tennis focuses on creating a system of playing singles so that wherever the ball lands, you know what is the right shot. Hawaii Tennis Pro discusses how to move up the NTRP ladder, tactics, fitness, nutrition, and the mental side of training to become the best tennis player you can be

Hawaii Tennis Pro builds upon the Simple Tennis System by showing players how to see tennis as an Open player sees the game. Have you ever wondered what the pros think as they are about to serve? Have you ever marveled when the ball is struck at 100 miles an hour and the player responds with an equally fast shot? This book sets you up with an analytical system to see your opponent, see your own game, and goes through advanced game plans detailing serves, returns, groundstrokes, and specialty shots. The book will have you ready for any player or any shot.