Beginner training plan
Your first lessonMy goal in the first lesson is to make the student feel comfortable and build a strong foundation. I start with a warm-up and hand-eye coordination drills like catching and tossing the ball with the racquet. I then introduce basic grip (Eastern forehand), ready position, and simple footwork. We’ll finish with forehand shadow swings and a few gentle rally attempts to gauge timing. The focus is on fun and confidence.
Lesson 11+At this stage, we transition from “beginner” to “early intermediate.” The focus shifts toward point construction, consistency under pressure, and improving footwork and recovery.
We begin rally-based drills such as crosscourt rally targets, deep vs. short ball recognition, and live ball drills with movement. Serves and returns are practiced regularly with emphasis on placement, not power.
I also introduce simple tactical concepts—when to attack, when to reset, how to defend. For younger players, we’ll add more game-based learning. For adults, we may incorporate point-play scenarios and light match simulations.
The goal is to build match confidence while refining mechanics, improving endurance, and solidifying mental toughness.
Lesson 4-10We expand to full-court rallies with both forehand and backhand. I introduce serve technique using progressions—starting with tossing mechanics, then shadowing, then half-serve drills. I also cover the volley technique at the net, including split-step and ready position. Games like “King of the Court” or “Target Zone” keep lessons fun and competitive. By lesson 10, the student should be able to rally consistently, serve with a basic motion, and understand point play structure.
Lesson 2-3
