Which strokes to learn first?
Strokes
Shaji Alavi Asked 13 years ago
Hi Coach,
I recently signed up for the premium membership to help my younger brother train properly. I saw all the lessons in the premium section and they are pretty helpful.
I have been working out with my brother and have successfully taught him the backhand push. Should i take up 1 shot at a time with him and move on to the next till he does it properly or teach him all the basic shots like bh/fh push, bh/fh counterhit. What would give faster and better results? A piece of advise would be helpful.
Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago
Hi Shaji,
It is great that you are working with your brother to improve his skills.
I think you can give him the wider range of strokes at the same time otherwise he will get bored doing the same stroke each session.
I would focus on the 4 basics, the forehand and backhand counterhit and the forehand and backhand push.
Try to find different ways to keep him interested in this practice.
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Shaji Alavi Posted 13 years ago
Hi Shaji,
The amount of training has to reflect his interest. If he is not interested in training 2 hours a day then don't push it. If he is keen then keep him going and encourage him.