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Welcome to our blog! Our aim is to create a space where you can delve deeper into the world of tennis. We hope to make this a one stop shop for your FAQ's with information about rackets, stringing and tournaments. We will also share coaching videos/articles to help you improve your game or to get more out of the coaching process. Our personal favourite posts are those exploring the big themes in tennis that will shape our sport for years to come.

Finding the right tennis competition for your child (starter guide)
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Finding the right tennis competition for your child (starter guide)

In this video I will be going over when you know your child is ready for their first tennis tournament or competition. How to book them on the correct one. Best ways for you to support them before, during and after the event. 00:00 Finding the right tennis competition for your child (starter guide) 00:35 When is my child ready? - at this point they should be really enjoying the game, playing on a regular basis, and have had time to develop their skills. Able to understand the scoring system and can serve the ball to the start points. If in doubt please speak to your local tennis coach. 01:57 Which tournament is right for my child? - tournament grading system 03:08 How to book your child on - your child will need an account. Need help creating an account, check out my video on the world tennis number and the LTAs advantage member programme here. (https://youtu.be/OH92i5JF7Zg) 05:22 Best way for you to support before the event - ask them if they would like to play tennis against a family member/ mention to their coach they have a competition soon/ organise a friendly competitive match against a friend so they are more familiar with playing matches. Give them the responsibility to organise their own stuff (depend on age of child, but you will be surprised) - support with a basic list that they can tick off. 07:30 Best way for you to support during the event - give extra time so you are able to arrive at the venue early (this helps to relax your child and so they get more familiar with the environment)/ offer support and let them know where you will be/ give them space to make new friends and interact with others. Remember to show support and encouragement but let them work things out for themselves. Every child is different so make sure to ask if they want you to watch and how close. Remember your own body language and emotions when watching - not easy, watching is more difficult than playing. 09:44 Best way for you to support after the event - tell them how proud you are and how much you enjoyed watching them. Try and keep from offering feedback unless they ask for it. Talk a normal amount in the car on the way home, no talking and your child will think they have done something wrong, lots of talking and it will be frustrating and intrusive for the child. Related videos World tennis number and how to get your LTA advantage membership - https://youtu.be/OH92i5JF7Zg 4 obstacles to navigate when making decisions - https://youtu.be/w7RgK2fhnAM Advice for beginners using LTA website (must watch for new tennis players) - https://youtu.be/dE713yVYFsk Resource Links Check out the latest Wilson tennis equipment here: https://exmouthtennis.com/WilsonTennis Get 10% discount on tenniswarehouse or 5% off tennis-point.co.uk - https://exmouthtennis.com/kit-resources/
How to develop feel on your volleys
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How to develop feel on your volleys

In this video lesson, Master Professional Jorge Capestany talks about the optimum power level for each player. Jorge is the founder of Capestany Tennis Inc. which operates websites for tennis PLAYERS and Tennis COACHES. Both websites can be found at: www.CapestanyTennis.com The Coach's website -- www.TennisDrills.tv -- is a subscription based site that has more than 2,000 videos of tennis drills and tips that can be viewed online and also printed off in diagram form. The site also has over 70 tennis related courses and 20 of those courses can be taken for continuing education credits for the USPTA and PTR. The Player's website - www.JorgeCapestany.com -- features FREE video lessons for players of all levels and a large video library of slow motion tour footage. Do you teach tennis? Checkout of facebook group for coaches at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1421944211243749/ ---------- Ready to take your Mental game to the next level? Get our FREE 4-part mental toughness video series: www.jorgecapestany.com/free-series/ Video topics include: 1) Fear of Losing 2) Closing out an opponent 3) Your Inner Voice 4) Nerves and Choking --------- Strategy Book: Jorge has also authored a Strategy Booklet that has sold more than 20,000 copies and can be purchased at -- www.StrategyBooklet.com ---------------- Subscribe to our channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFq_UGo-4cs51X5l-eMo72g?sub_confirmation=1 Music from GMPmusic.com JORGE CAPESTANY... is a USPTA Master Professional & PTR International Professional. Jorge is one of only ten people world-wide that has earned the Master Professional distinction with both the PTR and the USPTA. Jorge is the founder of Capestany Tennis Inc. which operates websites for tennis PLAYERS and Tennis COACHES. The Coach's website -- www.TennisDrills.tv -- is a subscription based site that has more than 1,000 videos of tennis drills and tips that can be viewed online and also printed off in diagram form. The site has subscribers in more than 65 countries. The Player's website - www.JorgeCapestany.com -- features free video lessons for players of all levels. The Player's website also features a FREE Mental Toughness Video Course with more than 2 hours of Hi-Def video Instruction and can be delivered FREE to your inbox by clicking - www.jorgecapestany.com/free-series/ Jorge has also authored a Strategy Booklet that has sold more than 20,000 copies and can be purchased at -- www.StrategyBooklet.com Capestany Tennis Inc. has a YouTube channel which you can subscribe to and get all the latest and new videos that are posted... To subscribe, click the SUBSCRIBE button located near the bottom of the YouTube video player.....
Grip Tension - Trumpet Fingers
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Grip Tension - Trumpet Fingers

In this video lesson, I cover grip tension and using trumpet fingers. Jorge is the founder of Capestany Tennis Inc. which operates websites for tennis PLAYERS and Tennis COACHES. Both websites can be found at: www.CapestanyTennis.com The Coach's website -- www.TennisDrills.tv -- is a subscription based site that has more than 2,000 videos of tennis drills and tips that can be viewed online and also printed off in diagram form. The site also has over 70 tennis related courses and 20 of those courses can be taken for continuing education credits for the USPTA and PTR. The Player's website - www.JorgeCapestany.com -- features FREE video lessons for players of all levels and a large video library of slow motion tour footage. Do you teach tennis? Checkout of facebook group for coaches at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1421944211243749/ ---------- Ready to take your Mental game to the next level? Get our FREE 4-part mental toughness video series: www.jorgecapestany.com/free-series/ Video topics include: 1) Fear of Losing 2) Closing out an opponent 3) Your Inner Voice 4) Nerves and Choking --------- Strategy Book: Jorge has also authored a Strategy Booklet that has sold more than 20,000 copies and can be purchased at -- www.StrategyBooklet.com ---------------- Subscribe to our channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFq_UGo-4cs51X5l-eMo72g?sub_confirmation=1 Music from GMPmusic.com JORGE CAPESTANY... is a USPTA Master Professional & PTR International Professional. Jorge is one of only ten people world-wide that has earned the Master Professional distinction with both the PTR and the USPTA. Jorge is the founder of Capestany Tennis Inc. which operates websites for tennis PLAYERS and Tennis COACHES. The Coach's website -- www.TennisDrills.tv -- is a subscription based site that has more than 1,000 videos of tennis drills and tips that can be viewed online and also printed off in diagram form. The site has subscribers in more than 65 countries. The Player's website - www.JorgeCapestany.com -- features free video lessons for players of all levels. The Player's website also features a FREE Mental Toughness Video Course with more than 2 hours of Hi-Def video Instruction and can be delivered FREE to your inbox by clicking - www.jorgecapestany.com/free-series/ Jorge has also authored a Strategy Booklet that has sold more than 20,000 copies and can be purchased at -- www.StrategyBooklet.com Capestany Tennis Inc. has a YouTube channel which you can subscribe to and get all the latest and new videos that are posted... To subscribe, click the SUBSCRIBE button located near the bottom of the YouTube video player.....
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