Serve Progressions Part 1 of 3

In this three part series you will learn 6 progressions to build up your serve technique correctly! Video 1 goes over the correct usage of the continental grip as well as training movements to develop a correct contact point. Make sure to check out parts 2 and 3!

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Pronating on Wide and Middle Serves

Should you pronate on a wide serve even though it turns your racket in the opposite direction that you’re aiming? In this video I explain why you should pronate on every serve, no matter where you’re aiming, and exactly how you aim your serve to different parts of the service box.

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Backhand Slice Technique Comparison

The backhand slice can be an extremely useful shot to your tennis game. Not only can it be used in a defensive situation such as when you’re pulled off the court to the side or pushed back behind the baseline, but it can be used as an approach shot to get up to the net effectively and also as a change of pace during long baseline rallies.

Tennis videos by Ian Westermann. For more tennis videos, courses and podcasts visit http://www.essentialtennis.com/
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