Perfect Forehand in 3 Easy Steps - Tennis Forehand Technique Lesson

Perfect Forehand in 3 Easy Steps - Tennis Forehand Technique Lesson.
We all love the feeling of hitting the perfect forehand when you are timing the shot and giving the ball just the right amount of power and spin in a relaxed way. In order to stay fully relaxed and produce effortless power and spin, we need to make sure we follow 3 simple steps to achieve this.

1. The take-back - making sure you have a deep swing but one that is generated by the body turn (unit turn) separating your shoulders from your hip and creating a nice coiling effect. The left-arm going across the body will help you do this and ensure you are not taking your racquet back too far. Make sure your racquet head does not bend behind the body for ATP Forehand so keep the racquet on your right. WTA Forehand players tend to let it go behind for more power and racquet momentum but less wrist snap and less ability to create top-spin.

2. The contact - this will ensure the direction of the ball so it is vital you have the racquet face pointing away from you slightly in front (somewhere around where you front toe is). The path of the racquet needs to continue going in a linear way as much as possible through contact (avoid the semi-circle) and don't pull your arm across your body.

3. The finish - ensuring a good follow-through is vital. Don't stop your arm, let it go through all the way to stay loose and smooth. having a high elbow finish helps get a nice low to high trajectory and also makes it easy to apply topspin as its easier to rotate your wrist. Even if you do not finish in a classic way over your shoulder still ensure to have a high elbow.

This video is for those of you wondering how to hit a tennis forehand or how to hit a forehand in tennis. Enjoy!

Chapters
00:00 - Perfect Tennis Forehand
00:17 - Perfect Forehand Swing in Tennis
01:21 - Perfect Forehand Contact Point in Tennis
02:26 - Perfect Forehand Finish in Tennis

[TennisJunkie]

The slo-mo helps us beginners “really” see all the different elements you are teaching. Thanks for all the great content.

[hypersailor]

A brilliant video, simple but makes one appreciate Alex's smooth, practiced stroke. Tried it with a ball machine and it feels natural. Please expand on this format, such as timing (not waiting for the ball, go after it).

[TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

As you can see we stayed 2 metres apart at all times for social distancing! :)

[teamtryhards]

Simon is actually shedding a layer of skin for the spring season after winter hibernation. Don’t be fooled, that is still Simon.

[jamesbetza]

there must be a third one filming the video

[ericazares]

Alex has a twin brother. Perfect for doubles!

[kav]

Great video. I've spotted a lot of things I'm doing wrong just by watching you do it in slow motion. I'm looking forward to getting back on the court to put this into practice 👍

[MrWhitianga]

that super slow-mo is outstanding, thanks

[daniely]

Great instruction. Watched many videos on FH technique, first time to realize should finish with racquet hitting face pointing outwards. Can't wait to try tonight.

[gnyhecw]

All many said... AWESOME SPEED! Others try slowing down but not as slow as this. And the direction it's videos is great, too! . MUCH MORE HELPFUL!

[gregbestick]

Very well done. The slow motion demonstration makes it easier to absorb the coaching tips. Thanks, Alex!

[salahaladwan]

I cannot express my thanks to you both... not all the tennis coaches have this high skill in training
The only tennis channel on the YouTube that I learn a lot from❤️❤️
Simon Konov + Alex slabinsky = The Best tennis coaches in the planet 🌎 🎾

[TopTennisTrainingOfficial]

What do you struggle with on your forehand?

[colinsmith]

Thanks Alex and Alex, appreciate the detail you show. Good communication work, the essence of coaching.

[robofcinci]

Great lesson. Been playing for years and your simple concise direction was terrific. It will help me fix some of my forehand issues.

[dazza]

I only started playing a year ago and that urge not to tense at contact is really hard to shake off! It made all the difference once I acknowledged that though and started to "trust" the racket to take the load. Really good tip.

[hansolsson]

I will keep all three steps in my mind
tomorrow when i am on court.
Thank you Alex one and two!

[anisharora]

Been playing so long and i never knew this. Thanks a lot. Can't wait to try it out on court 🙏

[elizabethspayd]

I love the two Alex's and so glad they're social distancing.

[indikakodikara]

This was very useful for me ad a beginner and a person who always bend the wrist when playing