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Backhand drive
In this lesson, I teach you how to play a backhand drive. Again, this is a vital shot to learn and will help you develop a strong backhand game. To access my full Foundations Course, please join Tom’s TT Academy. In the full course, I also have lessons on forehand topspin, backhand topspin, returning serves, grip, … Keep reading
View LessonBackhand push
In this lesson I explain how to play a backhand push and when you should use the shot. I also highlight some common errors and how to overcome these. To access my full Foundations Course, please join Tom’s TT Academy. In the full course, I also have lessons on forehand topspin, backhand topspin, returning serves, grip, … Keep reading
View LessonCoping with randomness
In this lesson, I explain how to cope better with randomness, by using our eyes, recovery position and footwork. If you can master these parts of the game, table tennis starts to become much easier. To access my full Foundations Course, please join Tom’s TT Academy. In the full course, I also have lessons on forehand … Keep reading
View LessonFootwork
In this lesson I give some tips on basic footwork, focusing on side to side movement. Your goal is to get your body in the right position as often as possible. If you can do this, you will be able to play better shots. To access my full Foundations Course, please join Tom’s TT Academy. In … Keep reading
View LessonForehand drive
In this lesson, I demonstrate how to play a forehand drive. This is a vital shot to learn, as it sets the foundations for other forehand strokes, including topspin, smash and block. To access my full Foundations Course, please join Tom’s TT Academy. In the full course, I also have lessons on forehand topspin, backhand topspin, … Keep reading
View LessonForehand push
In this lesson I explain how to play a forehand push. This can be slightly tricky shot for many players, as the arm is in a more unnatural position and the shot is played outside the direct line of vision. But with the tips I give in the video, it should become an easier shot … Keep reading
View LessonService actions
In this lesson, I give an overview of the most common service actions used in table tennis. To access my full Foundations Course, please join Tom’s TT Academy. In the full course, I also have lessons on forehand topspin, backhand topspin, returning serves, grip, stance, service rules, pushing rallies and playing combinations of shots. In the … Keep reading
View LessonSwitching between BH and FH drives
In this lesson, I demonstrate how to switch efficient between backhand and forehand drives, with a focus on playing in a triangular shape. To access my full Foundations Course, please join Tom’s TT Academy. In the full course, I also have lessons on forehand topspin, backhand topspin, returning serves, grip, stance, service rules, pushing rallies and … Keep reading
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