Shadow play
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Jenaro Christopher Molina Asked 12 years ago
Good day coach alois, I just want ask if shadow play is still effective in training table tennis today. And also coach if it okay can you give me a time table or plan for trainings because I am starting to train players in a local highschool here in Quezon City, Philippines. Thanks!
Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago
Hi Jenaro,
Shadow play can be useful especially if you don't have a hitting partner and early on in your development to get the stroke correct.
What level are the players that you are training?
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Most drills involve one person performing the exercise and the other placing the ball as required by the exercise. We call this person placing the ball the controller. When you are acting as the controller it is a great opportunity to practice your blocking and concentration. As blocking is an important part of the game you should be 100% focused at this time. You also owe it to your training partner to be blocking effectively so they get the most from their exercise.
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Jenaro Christopher Molina Posted 12 years ago
Thanks for answering coach. My high school players is from intermediate to advance level. I'm also handling elementary students with zero knowledge but willing to learn. Please coach I need a time table for elementary players and my high school players. Thanks coach! God bless!
Take a look at this program that I was involved in developing a while ago. Tops Table Tennis : table tennis in schools program. There are a lot of lesson plans within that for both Elementary level and HIgh school.
Take a look through it and let me know if you have any questions.
Jenaro Christopher Molina Posted 12 years ago
Ok coach. I will read it and if I have questions or clarifications I will seek for your advice. Thanks Coach! God Bless!