![[Video] How to return different types of sidespin serve](https://www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Howtoreturndifferentsidespinserves-350x197.jpg)
In this video I show you how to return different types of sidespin serve. Not all sidespin serves are the same. You can get get sidespin with backspin or sidespin with topspin. Sidespin serves can be short or they can be long. They could be served to your forehand or to your backhand. In the video I show you how do you deal with these different variations – how to read the spin and which strokes to play. Keep reading
![[Video] How to get explosive forehand power – with Paul Drinkhall](https://www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/ExplosiveFHpower-350x197.jpg)
In this video, pro player Paul Drinkhall explains how to get more power on your forehand attacks. Paul explains the importance of timing, how to use all of your body to generate power and how he developed his powerful forehand. You’ll also see lots of footage of me getting battered by Paul! Keep reading
A busy year of table tennis is coming to an end. But do not despair table tennis fans, I’ll be back in 2019 with lots of new content. This includes two exciting new video series featuring Paul Drinkhall and Craig Bryant. In this blog post, I share more information about the videos, plus you can watch two short previews.. Keep reading
![[Video] How to move quicker when playing table tennis](https://www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Howtomovequicker-350x197.jpg)
In this video I share a simply tip to help you move quicker when playing table tennis. To move quicker, you need to get into a better table tennis stance. This means leaning forwards and keeping low. Then the weight will be on the front of your feet and it becomes much easier to make quick movements. If you can move quicker, you can get to balls quicker and play better quality shots. Keep reading
![[Video] How to do the “wiggly” shot and seriously confuse your opponent – with Craig Bryant](https://www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Wigglyshot-350x197.jpg)
In this video top coach and former international player, Craig Bryant, demonstrates how to do the “wiggly” shot. The wiggly is where you spin the ball under the table with lots of sidespin to confuse your opponent. It’s a really fun shot to play and can help you win a cheap point and make your opponent look a bit silly. Keep reading
![[Video] Backhand topspin vs backspin – basic and advanced technique](https://www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/BH-topspin-vs-backspin-technique-350x197.jpg)
In this video I take an in-depth look at how to play a backhand topspin against a backspin ball. A backhand topspin will allow you to attack your opponents backspin serve, push or chop. In the video I show three different backhand topspin techniques – a basic method, a spin method and a speed method. I explain the pros and cons of each method and give my views on which method is best. Keep reading
![[Video] Improving my counter topspin – with Eli Baraty](https://www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Countertopspin-350x197.jpg)
Usually when my opponent attacks, I go into blocking mode. But I’d like to do a bit more than always ‘block’. I want to get better at attacking my opponent’s attacks. So I got together with top coach Eli Baraty to develop my counter topspin skills. In the video Eli takes a look at my technique and gives me tips on how to improve my counter topspins… Keep reading
![[Video] Amazing around the net shot – with Craig Bryant](https://www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Around-the-net-shot-1-350x197.jpg)
In this video, Craig Bryant (a former international player) shows us how to do an “around the net” shot. This is when the ball is played wide and instead of returning the ball over the net, you let it drop a little lower and spin the ball around the net. It’s a fun shot to practice and if you ever manage to do it in a competitive match, you’ll shock your opponent with a spectacular and unreturnable shot. Keep reading
![[Video] Blocking tactics to mess up your opponents](https://www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Blocking-tactics-350x197.jpg)
In this video I show you how to use your block shot to frustrate and beat your opponents. You normally use a ‘block’ to return your opponent’s topspin attacks. But don’t think of the block as merely a passive, defensive shot. If used well, you can turn defence into attack, force your opponents to make mistakes or even hit outright winners. Keep reading
![[Video] How to do a forehand fade – with Craig Bryant](https://www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/FH-fade-350x197.jpg)
In this video Craig Bryant (a former international player) demonstrates how to do a forehand fade attack. A forehand fade is a variation of the traditional forehand topspin. You contact around the side of the ball to create some sidespin which sends the ball wide and this can really mess up your opponent. In the video, I also take on Craig in a forehand fade game. Can I beat Craig’s forehand fade? Keep reading