Which strokes to learn first?

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.