TENNIS DEVELOPMENT
What do you want to achieve with your tennis?
What level are you trying to get to?
Where is your game currently, ready to step up to the next level?
Here is an outline of the various LEVELS OF PLAY for tennis and what you will need to excel at that level or proceed to the next stage of development.
Outline of Training Time
This document provides a general overview of the time commitment typically required to achieve specific goals within each "Level of Play." While it offers a broad understanding, it’s important to note that each athlete will follow a personalized training plan tailored to their individual needs, development pace, and competitive goals.
Outline of Training details
This document outlines the specific types of training required for a student based on the "Level of Play" they are working to achieve. It provides detailed guidance on when to incorporate rallying, point construction, point-play, match-play, and tournament competition at each stage of development.
Comprehending - Application - Proficiency detail
This developmental framework ensures players progress through a well-rounded and complete process. By following this structured approach, we avoid common "gaps" or "holes" in training, allowing each student to either master their current "Level of Play" or confidently progress to the next stage.
Comprehending - Application - Proficiency
This document provides a detailed breakdown of how a player can master all five stages of development, along with the key phases within each stage. By following this progression, players gain clarity on where they are in their journey, what steps come next, and how to stay on track within an appropriate and effective development timeline.
05 Training Outline [3 LIMITS OF TENNIS]
Comprehending - Application - Proficiency detail
This document outlines the three core limits in tennis: Mental, Physical, and Tactical. It explains what each of these components entails and how they work together to elevate match-play performance and overall game development.
BALL CONTACT FUNDAMENTALS & ESTABLISHING BASIC TECHNIQUES LEARNING THE SPORT
Training details:
This level is designed for players who are new to the sport and focused on learning the basics.
They will be introduced to the fundamental components of all the primary strokes.
Competition:
Interactive games
BEGINNER FUNDAMENTALS INTRODUCED MOVEMENT/POINT-PLAY INTRODUCED UNDERSTANDING SCORING & BASIC BALL DIRECTIONALS
Training details:
At the Beginner stage, players focus on establishing the fundamental techniques for all strokes while developing consistency and proficiency. This stage introduces hitting across the net in a cooperative manner, along with games that involve basic rallies and directional ball control.
Competition:
Point-play games during practice
INTERMEDIATE FUNDAMENTALS INTRODUCED
CONSISTENCY AND POINT-PLAY ESTABLISHED
INTRODUCTION TO MATCH-PLAY
Training details:
At this stage, basic fundamentals are solidified and more advanced techniques are introduced. Players begin learning point-play patterns with a strong emphasis on consistency during point execution. Match-play is incorporated, including the introduction of scoring, practice sets, and partial set play to build competitive awareness.
Competition:
Match-play during practice
04 COMPETITIVE
ADVANCED TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT
LEARNING UNIQUE GAMESTYLE
PRACTICE WITH PURPOSE OF COMPETING
[USTA, UTR, ALTA, HIGHSCHOOL, CHALLENGE
LADDERS, PRACTICE MATCHES, [ETC]
Training details:
At this stage, development shifts to a point-centered focus. Technical and form-related weaknesses are often exposed during point-play and must be addressed immediately. Players begin to understand how point construction and their individual strengths come together to shape their unique style of play. This process requires time, collaborative development with the coach, and consistent refinement to become proficient and adaptable in match-play situations.
Competition:
USTA, UTR, ALTA, highschool, challenge ladders, practice matches, etc
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