Beginner training plan
Your first lessonEvery player is different, so I start by getting to know you — your goals, your background, and what you’re hoping to get out of tennis. We’ll hit a bit so I can see where you naturally are, not to judge but to understand what foundation we’re building on. From there we identify one or two key things to focus on and you walk away with something concrete and actionable from day one. No overwhelming information dumps — just a clear starting point and a reason to come back.
Lesson 2-3We build on what we established in lesson one. Expect to start developing real fundamentals — grip, stance, basic swing mechanics, and how to actually rally. We keep it simple and repetitive because repetition is how the body learns. You’ll start feeling more comfortable just making contact and sustaining a rally.
Lesson 4-10This is where the foundation really starts taking shape. We introduce all the core shots — forehand, backhand, serve, and basic court movement. Expect to start understanding why you’re hitting certain shots a certain way, not just how. We’ll introduce some light competitive elements like keeping score and playing points so tennis starts feeling like a real game rather than just drills.
Lesson 11+By this stage you have a real game to build on. We shift toward refinement, consistency, and starting to develop your personal style of play. Expect to start thinking tactically — not just hitting the ball but understanding where and why. The goal is giving you a foundation you can take anywhere, whether that’s social tennis, league play, or continued lessons.
