Blocking tactics to mess up your opponents

In this video I show you how to use your block shot to frustrate and beat your opponents.

You normally use a 'block' to return your opponent's topspin attacks. But don't think of the block as merely a passive, defensive shot. If used well, you can turn defence into attack, force your opponents to make mistakes or even hit outright winners.

In the video I focus on four different blocking tactics you can try. These are the switch block, the fast block, the slow block and the chop block.

Try them all out. You will find some easier than others. But the most important thing is try and mess up your opponents! Good luck!

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[SeLMeZz]

Switch Block @ 0:55
Fast Block @ 2:43
Slow Block @ 4:03
Chop Block @ 5:35

[tabskermaster]

Usefull... especially for us who don't have coaches and just learn by our selves

[M.G]

I have watched many of your videos and guess what, I am now easily winning my playing partner who was usually winning, great coach

[lazgilaz]

I finally find how called my favorite type of blocks - this is a "chop block"! My friends very dont like it because they cannot effectively counter it and lose ball in more then 70% times!

[madhavved]

Koki niwa has absolutely mastered the chop block. It just insane in the way he turns the game. A brilliant tutorial though.

[easytriops]

Good blocking tactics, appreciate it! I just want to say, that I’m not using blocks so often, but when I use them I usually use the first block you mentioned, it’s probably the best. My tactic then is just to make some blocks and then change to attack when the ball comes right and the opponent doesn’t expect it. mostly a backhand loop or forehand topspin attack. :)

[bola_]

I repeatedly watch your videos so I can beat my friend who has an attacking character...thanks... warm greetings from Indonesia 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[nepipe]

I realized just now that I do the slow block to counter the speed 'rather unknowingly'. Thanks for the sum up. I will apply in my upcoming tournament.

[kaloyan]

ive been self training myself for almost 7 years and my stronger side is blocking
my types of blocking are Slow and Switch
of course my opponents are mostly playing offensive and thats how i developed my blocking skills(kinda...)
and watching this video now makes it even easier for me
thx dude keep up the good work!

[philipyudada]

Coach Tom: Thanks again for a great lesson. The methodical way of your teaching is really helpful. - Philip From Taipei, Taiwan.

[marcelsolera]

The best table tennis channel, well done!

[photosback-up]

My office mates have no clue; wt's coming up on there way! :)

[Sosa]

When i started playing all i did was chop block because it was super easy and effective. Thanks, ill start using switch block

[stephenschwaner]

You helped me win my office tournament. Thank you!

[josephinebennett]

Love this one - helped me loads using the different blocks.

[robertplatttTT]

As per usual excellent video, this on blocking; keep up the great work, love your coaching videos

[erickauffmann_official]

Amazing video tips! Love your channel :D

[baybong]

I think i am going to be an athlet of tennis table after watching and practicing all of ur video .. thanks tom

[rose-mariedekoning]

I'm pretty good at the first three types of block. Time to start training the chop block!

[seheyser]

As usual excellent tips! I´ve found them very usefull. Thanks!