In this video, Coach Vas is telling Alex about timing in tennis. How to hit the ball not EARLY and not LATE. How to time a ball to get consistent shots. How to test yourself if you hit the ball in the right time. How vocalization helps to improve the timing in tennis. In this practice coach Vas uses different phrases (like “I’m Alex”, “I’m a mental giant”) or shouting. Depends on fast or slow balls, Alex should use different tones of voice. Besides, coach Vas shows the importance of inhaling when the ball bounces and exhaling when hitting the ball. How to relief anxiety and calm down during the game with the help of different tools (shouting, breathing, positive thinking). Consistency should prevail over power and creativity in the young age.
Vas explains the importance of basic movements from the very young age in order to progress in the balanced way and to eliminate potential shoulder and back issues. Also it’s important to try different types of grips and shots to be able to adapt to various styles of play.
Alexei Dolgyi – 8 years old
Currently plays orange ball tennis tournaments in Los Angeles County
Tennis School: TMX https://www.tmxacademy.com/
Tennis Coach: Vasileios Psyrras – https://www.instagram.com/coachvasileios
Mental Coach: Henrik Rosvall https://www.worldclassmindset.com
Tennis GEAR:
Tennis Racquet – Boost Rafa Strung 26′ / Pure Aero Junior 25 Strung
Tennis Bag – Babolat Expandable 4-9 Pack Bag Black
Tennis Shoes – Nike Court Air Zoom Vapor Pro size 2
Sunglasses – Radar® EV XS Path® custom design
Camera filming:
Panasonic GH6
Microphone: DJI Mic System
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