The traditional game that dominated tennis for most of the last century has given way to a faster-paced, modern game – one that we now see everywhere on today’s pro circuit. What’s changed? Simply put, touring pros – ever in search of a competitive advantage – have developed better ways to hitting a tennis ball! With the new modern hitting techniques players can:

- generate far more firepower with much less effort
- use spin more effectively
- hit aggressively from both high & low impact points
- use a more versatile range of footwork patterns
- draw upon an expanded range of shots & tactics to win a tennis point

Although the modern game is the only game we now see on the pro tour, the tradtitional game still persists in most tennis teaching around the world – especially at the recreational level. In large part this is because the modern game is not yet widely understood within the tennis community. It is also because of the persistence of several myths:

Myth 1: the modern game is only for advanced players with a high level of fitness.

Myth 2: the modern game is more difficult to learn.

Myth 3: modern tennis players are at higher risk of injury.

The truth is that modern tennis can be played by all ages and skill levels. When properly taught, it is both easy to learn and safe! Indeed, players often report that injuries that plagued them in traditional tennis simply disappeared when they learned modern hitting techniques.

Volume 2: The Modern Forehands – Part 2

This volume builds on the material in Volume 1. Here you’ll learn about the 7 topspin shots commonly seen in today’s game, along with a number of the modern forehand’s underspin and slice variations. We also look at the many variations in the backswing, followthrough and footwork, and why these adaptations are so important.