Tennis Tips

There are two different sorts of synthetic strings - monofilament and multifilament.

Recommend multifilament as they are said to be better.

Your first service should go in at least 70% of the time.

Hit harder when the wind is against you. Use spin to keep the ball in court when the wind is behind you.

Always try to place the overhead shot.

If you begin your backswing early you meet the ball rather than the ball meet you.

Spin

There are three types of spin:

• Topspin 
• Sidespin 
• Underspin 

Forehand Grips

• Modified Eastern grip 
• Semi-Western grip 
• Western grip 
• Natural grip 

Tennis Shots

• Approach shot 
• Drop shot 
• Passing shot 
• Chip shot 

Mind Abilities

Try to cultivate your:

• Motivation 
• Self-belief 
• Concentration 

This is just as important as your physical skills.

Service Slice

Keep your head steady and concentrate on the ball.

Be aware of your tennis racquet slicing across the right side of the ball at three o' clock.

Holding the Ball

Hold one ball - grip with thumb and four fingers of your no playing hand.

Hold two balls - grip the first ball with thumb and first two fingers. Second ball with the third and fourth fingers.

Tennis Balls

Pick the best tennis balls.

Tennis Smash

You need to have quickness and sharpness to go backwards in a sideways on position, and have powerful legs for jumping high in the air.

Sweatbands

Are useful if you sweat a lot whilst playing tennis. They can be put on one or both wrists. These are small cotton type elastic head bands, to keep perspiration off the hands and tennis racket.

Tennis Balls

Don't forget to change your tennis balls when they have lost their spring and speed. If not, this will affect your game.

Equipment

One important rule to remember is not to purchase inexpensive tennis equipment. If you do, you will most probably find they will have to be changed sooner rather than later.

The main piece of tennis equipment is the racquet and these come in many styles and sizes.

Check with the leading brand names before selecting a racquet for yourself. Most will have trained staff on hand to assist you with your choice.