Many amateur players are let down by their limited footwork. Too rigid. Too upright. Too planted. Sound familiar? This group coaching day could really help you. I will share practical tips to help you move more efficiently and more effortlessly. I will help you move to those wide balls, short balls and balls aimed in the middle. I will also help you improve your footwork in random rallies. The day will be suitable for players of any age. The focus really will be on practical tips any player can use, rather than high level Olympic performance!
- Date: Friday 26 January 2024
- Venue: Kelsey Kerridge Sports Centre, Queen Anne Terrace, Cambridge, CB1 1NA
- Start / finish time: 10am-3pm (5 hours)
- Coaches: Tom Lodziak + Carlos Coutinho
- Participants: Maximum of 10 players
- Cost: £70
- BOOKING FORM – Sign up for this coaching day
What will you learn?
Here’s what to expect from this group coaching day…
10am-10.15am – Warm-up
10.15am-12.15pm – Footwork fundamentals … Learn how to use your feet, knees and core to move faster and with less physical effort. The tips shared can be applied to players of all ages.
12.15pm-12.45 – Lunch & chat with Tom
12.45pm-2.45pm – Irregular footwork … Learn how to use your eyes, feet and efficient strokes to improve your consistency in random rallies and match-play.
2.45pm-3pm – Debrief / cool-down
Who is this coaching day suitable for?
The group coaching day is suitable for players at an intermediate (and above) standard. You should already be able to do a topspin serve and play a backhand drive and a forehand drive.
This coaching day is not suitable for complete beginners. If you are unsure whether this coaching day is suitable for you, please email me with more information about your playing standard and I will advise.
How many participants will there be?
There will be a maximum of 10 players on this group coaching day. You will get the opportunity to play with different people throughout the day. You will also get plenty of individual feedback from myself when you do the training exercises. You will experience a positive coaching environment, joined by like-minded table tennis enthusiasts!
Venue
This group coaching day will take place at Kelsey Kerridge Sports Centre, Queen Anne Terrace, Cambridge, CB1 1NA.
Kelsey Kerridge is approx 15 minute walk from Cambridge train station.
If travelling by car, there is a multi-story car park next to Kelsey Kerridge. Please note that there is a charge to use this car park. Full details here.
Alternatively, there are several Park & Ride sites in Cambridge, which will drop you off a few minutes walk from Kelsey Kerridge. More information here.
Visit Cambridge
If you live in another part of the UK (or another country), you could combine this group coaching day with a short weekend break to Cambridge. Play table tennis on Friday, and explore the picturesque university city on Saturday and Sunday. There is a lot to see and do. Find out what’s on in Cambridge on the Visit Cambridge website.
How to book
If you would like to join this group coaching day, please complete this online booking form.
The cost is £70. Please note that lunch is not provided. You will need to bring food and drink with you.
When I receive your booking form, I will then confirm your place by email and give you information on how to pay.
If you want any more information before you book, then please email me – tom@tabletenniscoach.me.uk
Can’t make this date?
If you can’t make this particular group coaching day, there are other coaching days available. Take a look at the full list here. If you would like to be notified of future group coaching days, then please complete this very short expression of interest form.