This tennis game teaches players to use the drop shot at the right time. It rewards players who change the rhythm intelligently, not those who attempt drop shots systematically. The objective is to use the drop shot at the right moment and disrupt the rhythm.   How to Run the Game: Play a singles match. The first four shots are completely […]

This is another drill designed to develop complete control of the racket. It uses dribbling, a routine often practiced for coordination that is also effective for mastering the drop shot in matches. The objective is to improve coordination, dexterity, and racket control, all of which are essential for mastering the drop shot.   (Image created with […]

This touch-based drill develops drop shots directly inside the service box. Players work close to the net, where accuracy and feel make all the difference. The objective is to develop drop-shot accuracy and control under realistic conditions against low balls traveling just over the net, as they would in a match. […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends! Today we’re working on two technical shots that can really change the outcome of a rally: the short drop shot and the defensive lob. This drill uses the ball machine to chain these two actions together at a realistic game rhythm. The goal of this group exercise is to develop precision on the […]

EnglishFrançaisHi! Here’s a group drill to strengthen your reactivity against drop shots—a decisive stroke when well anticipated. You’ll learn to read the game better, explode forward, and finish cleanly. The goal is to develop the ability to detect a drop shot, trigger an explosive forward sprint, and hit an accurate shot even when off balance. […]

EnglishFrançaisHi! Here’s a group drill to work on your drop shot and your reactivity in a duel situation. The drop shot is a subtle stroke that can really make a difference—provided you execute it cleanly and follow up well. This drill allows you to work both the precision of your cross-court drop shot and your […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends! Here’s a solo drill to help you improve a shot that’s often tricky: the half-volley. You’ll learn to handle low, fast balls right after the bounce so you can turn a defensive situation into a controlled reset. The goal of this drill is to master the half-volley—on either forehand or backhand—to secure difficult […]

EnglishFrançaisHi everyone! Here’s a solo drill that’s perfect for working on the drop shot–lob combination, a very effective tactical sequence to surprise an aggressive opponent who comes to the net. The goal of this exercise is to master the transition between a touch shot (drop shot) and an aerial defensive shot (lob), while developing your […]

EnglishFrançaisHi! Here’s a key group drill to learn how to counter players who love using drop shots. The ball machine will help you work on reading the play and reacting fast on short balls. The goal is to develop your ability to read and anticipate drop shots, then immediately counter-attack with either a counter drop […]

EnglishFrançaisHi everyone! Here’s a group drill to learn how to defend against lobs when you’re alone at the net. When you come to the net, you expose yourself to lobs. In this group exercise, you’re alone at the front of the court, and the three other players, positioned at the back, try to lob over […]

EnglishFrançaisHello friends! Here is an exercise to improve the precision and regularity of drop shots, as well as the ability to quickly change sides on the court. Execution of the exercise: Player A stands on the opposite side of the court, ready to hit forehand and backhand balls. Two baskets are placed near the net […]

EnglishFrançaisHello everyone ! Today I'm going to show you an exercise to work on your backhand drop shots. Execution of the exercise: My partner sends me the balls with a rather low trajectory, perfect for practicing drop shots. To successfully cushion the backhand, I use the semi-open grip, that is to say, by turning the […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends ! This exercise is a great way to improve coordination, touch and reflexes during a tennis volley.   Execution of the exercise: Player A sends a ball to player B, who absorbs it and returns it after a bounce on his racket. Then, player A performs the same action and returns the ball […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends ! The drop shot is the ideal weapon for scoring points when your opponent is positioned far behind the baseline, leaving him little time to react to your attack. In this exercise, we will work with a ball machine to master the art of the drop shot. Execution of the exercise: Place the […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends ! In this exercise we will use a cone to work on the footwork and coordination needed for volleys.   Place two markers at 45 degrees a few feet from the net. The coach will send you balls towards the markers. Your objective is to advance towards the marker, catch the ball in […]

EnglishFrançaisHello everyone ! Today I'm going to show you a great exercise to work on your drop shots in the service square. Execution of the exercise: We place ourselves just behind the net, in the service squares. My partner sends me the balls with a rather grazing trajectory, so they arrive just above the net. […]

EnglishFrançaisHi guys ! Today I'm going to show you how to do the perfect drop shot with a tennis spin. Execution of the exercise: Hold your racket in a hammer grip, mid-handle, with the head pointing toward the sky. Your goal is to hit the ball only 30cm maximum from the racket head and give […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends ! This exercise is useful for improving cushioning technique in tennis. It involves juggling the ball with the racket while moving laterally across the court from left to right and right to left. Execution of the exercise: Hold the racket with one hand near the handle. Start bouncing the ball on the racket […]

EnglishFrançaisHello everyone ! Today, I'm going to show you a great exercise to master bouncing the ball on the racket. This exercise is often used to improve hand-eye coordination and control of ball strikes and drop shots. Execution of the exercise: Hold your racket with the head pointing toward the sky. Start by bouncing the […]

EnglishFrançaisHello everyone ! Today I'm going to show you a drill known as "dribbling." It is often used to improve coordination and dexterity but it also allows you to have better control of your racquet, and good control of your racquet is essential to master cushioning in tennis. Here's how to do it: Grab your […]

EnglishFrançaisHello everyone ! The retro drop shot is a technique used in tennis to perform a backward drop shot. Unlike a traditional drop shot which is directed forward, the retro drop shot involves slowing the ball down so that it falls and bounces closer to the net. Execution of the exercise: Place yourself near the […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends ! The retro drop shot is very effective in surprising and forcing your opponent to move quickly to recover the ball. Mastering it… I assure you, it’s not a simple thing! But don't panic, today I'm sharing with you an exercise that I practice alone to work on my retro cushioning. Execution of […]

EnglishFrançaisHello friends! Today, I'm showing you a fairly complete exercise that allows you to work on the forehand, backhand and drop shot. Execution of the exercise: My coach and I exchanged forehands and backhands from the baseline. When conditions permit, my coach sends me a ball with a rather low trajectory to put me in […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends ! Today I'm going to show you a great exercise to improve your touch on the ball and your drop shots in tennis. Grip your racket as if you were holding a hammer. This is the ideal grip for this exercise. Ask your partner to throw balls at you with a rounded trajectory, […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends ! The “barehand absorb ball” drop exercise is often used to develop touch and feel for the ball, as well as to improve the ability to cushion the ball with the bare hand in tennis. Execution of the exercise: In this exercise, player A throws a bowling ball 50 cm into the air […]

EnglishFrançaisHi Here's a fun little game that we created with my brother when we were in Normandy. The idea was to practice cushioning a little. As you may know, we usually say that a good amortize shot must have at least 2 bounces in the service square... so we adapted this rule for our little […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends When you have a ball machine, you can work on a lot of things, not just putting the ball machine in the middle and hitting your forehands like a nag. One of the advantages is that the ball machine will allow us to work on repetition. It's perfect for example for working on […]