Changing my grip

Strokes

Josh Unknown
Josh Unknown Asked 17 years ago

Hi there

I was at my local table tennis club and the owner told me to change my grip style.  I wasn't comfortable with this but I need to know.

Should I stay with my comfortable grip or use the correct grip?

thanks

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 17 years ago

Hi Josh,

It is best if you can change to a proper grip.  Having the correct grip helps you to be able to learn your strokes corrrectly.

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