Jo Durie and Alan Jones run regular training events at La Manga in Spain. We approached them to share their top tips for improving your tennis. Scroll down to see more about our planned trip in July.
Category: Improve your Game
How to hit the perfect forehand
We like this coaching video from Top Tennis Training. Tennis coach Simon Konov goes through the 5 steps to develop an effective forehand stroke.
Singles Strategy from Gregg le Sueur
We came across this coaching video from Online Tennis Instruction. Instructor Gregg le Sueur demonstrates how the best players in the world control the court by hitting “smart” targets.
Improving your Doubles Game
Trying to find the perfect practise to improve your Doubles Game?

Kevin Wentworth
This drill is a tried and tested method which I learned at the Saddlebrook Tennis Academy. Saddlebrook is a truly fantastic resort located in Wesley Chapel near Florida. Over the years the resort has been the home and training ground for many famous pro tennis players including Martina Hingis, Jennifer Capriati and Mardy Fish.
The following drill is a great way to start your next session of doubles. It will help you improve the following:
- Ground strokes
- Volleys
- Footwork
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Teamwork
Novak Djokovic’s Coaching Tips
This was filmed some time ago, but we love the tips from the tennis champ. Novak goes through each of his shots in great detail giving a clear and concise breakdown of the technique. The video includes:
Improving your game
Wimbledon has got everyone enthusiastic about improving their games. How do we find that extra dimension that will take our game to the next level?
There is no substitute for hard work on the tennis court, but with minor adjustments you can improve the chances of winning your next match.