In this training camp, you will learn how to analyse your opponent. When we play matches, it is tempting to only think about our own performance – our technique, successful shots and errors. But we should also consider the strengths and weaknesses of our opponent. Every player is stronger at some skills and weaker at others. If we can identify the weak areas – and target these areas – then a match may become much easier. You will finish this training camp with a much clearer idea of how to work out your opponent and devise tactics to exploit their weaknesses.
- Date: TBC
- Venue: Kelsey Kerridge Sports Centre, Queen Anne Terrace, Cambridge, CB1 1NA
- Start / finish time: 10am-3pm (5 hours)
- Coach: Tom Lodziak
- Participants: Maximum of 10 players
- Cost: £70
- Please complete this very short expression of interest form and I will contact you when a date for this session is confirmed.
What will you learn?
Here’s what to expect from this training camp…
10am-10.15am – Warm-up
10.15am-12.15pm – Basic analysis … Learn how to identify the strengths and weaknesses of your opponent. I will show you some simple methods which I use in my matches.
12.15pm-12.45 – Lunch & chat with Tom
12.45pm-2.45pm – Developing a game plan … Learn how to develop a game plan and some tactics to exploit your opponent’s weaknesses.
2.45pm-3pm – Summary & stretches
Who is this training camp suitable for?
This training camp is suitable for players at an intermediate standard and above. You should be able to confidently serve, push and drive.
This training camp is not suitable for complete beginners. Instead, I recommend 1-to-1 coaching. If you are unsure whether this training camp 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 at this training camp. 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
Please complete this very short expression of interest form and I will contact you when a date for this session is confirmed.
In the meantime, you can sign up for one of my other group coaching days. Take a look at the full list here.