The Serve Lesson

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Lesson – The Serve

The serve is the one part of a match that you control 100%. It’s also the most complex move in tennis… but it doesn’t have to be hard. In this lesson, learn how to avoid some of the biggest pitfalls and most common mistakes in serving.

  • Develop a consistent serve with flow and pace.
  • Hit a Kick Serve.
  • Master the Slice Serve.
  • On-court adjustments to hit your mark.
  • Fix your toss.
  • Practice and warm-up plans.
Passionate Tennis
Passionate Tennis
Passionate Tennis
Passionate Tennis
Passionate Tennis
Passionate Tennis
Passionate Tennis
Passionate Tennis
Passionate Tennis
Passionate Tennis
Passionate Tennis
Passionate Tennis

Josh Bates

Josh Bates

Josh is the Director of Tennis at Ocotillo Village in Chandler, Arizona.

He is one of the first professional coaches in the world to earn the distinction of PTR Master of Tennis Performance at all levels. This certification follows the developmental path from a beginning child to the professional player. Josh is also an Adidas Brand Ambassador, Master Racquet Technician, PTR Clinician, and a member of the Wilson Advisory Staff.