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  • Are Private Tennis Lessons a Waste of Time?
    2025/05/02

    What if you didn’t have to run repetitive drills to see real progress? 👉 https://mytenniscoaching.com/drills-to-skills-fast-track-to-match-success/ Private lessons are sacred in tennis coaching… but should they be?They’re seen as the gold standard: the fast track to fixing flaws, mastering technique, and accelerating progress. But what if private sessions—especially for kids and developing players—aren’t as effective as we think?In this live session, I’ll explore why private tennis lessons might be overrated and how viewing them through an Ecological Dynamics lens completely changed my perspective.We’ll dive into:Why traditional coaching loves private lessons—and what’s flawed about that modelThe hidden limitations of 1-to-1 coachingHow group environments can be richer, cheaper, and more effectiveWhat I now do differently when I do coach one-on-oneHow to create meaningful learning environments that actually transfer to matchesWhether you’re a coach, parent, or player—this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about private tennis lessons.🗓 Join live: Friday 10:30am (London Time)💬 Bring your questions, stories, and even your pushback—let’s have the conversation the industry needs.

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    33 分
  • Why I Quit Coaching Everyone (And Why You Should Too)
    2025/03/31

    What if you didn’t have to run repetitive drills to see real progress? 👉 https://my-tennis-coaching-limited.kit.com/youtubelinksYou Can't Coach Everyone - And You Shouldn't Try To.Early in my coaching career, I worked with every age, every stage, and every type of player. I was on court non-stop, chasing results… and burning out fast.Everything changed when I made one decision: I specialized.In this live session, I'll share how niching down to under-10s helped me build my confidence, improve my coaching, and create a name for myself in a crowded field.You'll learn:✅ Why most coaches resist niching (and what it costs them)✅ How to identify the players you're best suited to help✅ The unexpected benefits of becoming a specialist✅ How to niche without losing income or opportunityWhether you're new to coaching or 10 years in, this live will help you take control of your career direction and stand out with purpose.

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    55 分
  • I Gave Up Tennis Drills… And THIS Happened
    2025/03/24

    What if you didn’t have to run repetitive drills to see real progress? 👉 https://my-tennis-coaching-limited.ki...Traditional basket feeding has been a staple in tennis coaching for decades-but what if it's holding your players back? In this live session, I'll share what happened when I stopped basket feeding completely and shifted to a more modern, player-centred approach.We'll break down the immediate impact on player engagement, skill transfer, and match performance-and I'll show you exactly how you can evolve your sessions without losing structure or control.Join live to: • Discover the surprising results (both good and uncomfortable) • Learn how to make practices more purposeful and game-relevant • Ask your questions about transitioning away from traditional methods • Get real-world examples of what to do instead of basket feedingWhether you're curious, skeptical, or ready to make a change-this one's for you.

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    1 時間
  • Ultimate Guide to Preparing Your Players for Victory!
    2025/03/19

    From Drills To Skills Course: https://my-tennis-coaching-limited.ki..."Tournament preparation is one of the biggest challenges for tennis coaches. In this live podcast, I break down how to get your players ready for competition using game-based learning, Ecological Dynamics, and the Constraints-Led Approach (CLA). Too many players train hard but struggle under pressure-why? Because traditional coaching often fails to replicate real match conditions.In this session, I'll cover:✅ How to structure match-ready practices that transfer skills to competition.✅ The role of decision-making, tactical adaptability, and pressure training in tournament prep.✅ Why traditional drills fail and how to create representative learning environments instead.✅ The importance of mental preparation, self-regulation, and competitive resilience.If you want to help your players perform better under match conditions, this episode is for you! Drop your questions in the chat, and let's discuss how to fine-tune tournament preparation for long-term player success.

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    52 分
  • Mastering Tennis: Building Mental Resilience in Your Daily Training
    2025/03/12

    Struggling to help your players overcome fear of failure, negative self-talk, and over-focusing on match outcomes? Join me for this LIVE Q&A session where I break down practical, science-backed strategies to develop mental resilience in tennis players-right inside your daily training sessions!✅ What You'll Learn:✔️ How to help players overcome fear of failure and take more risks on the court.✔️ Techniques to reduce negative self-talk and build a confident mindset.✔️ Ways to shift focus from winning vs. losing to skill development and adaptability.✔️ Real-time case studies and success stories from My Tennis Coach Academy.✔️ LIVE Q&A session – Get your coaching questions answered!🔥 Want to go deeper? Learn my full mental-training system inside my Intro to Ecological Dynamics course! 🎾💡 ➡️ https://mytenniscoaching.com/drills-to-skills-fast-track-to-match-success/

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    1 時間
  • When to Move Players from Red to Orange Ball: A Coach’s Guide 🎾
    2025/03/03

    "One of the biggest challenges for junior development coaches is knowing the right time to transition a player from red to orange ball. Move them too soon, and they struggle. Keep them on red too long, and they get bored."

    In this live session, we’ll break down:
    ✅ The key physical, technical, and tactical signs a player is ready for orange ball
    ✅ Why progression isn’t just about age—it’s about adaptability
    ✅ How to balance challenge and confidence to keep players engaged and developing

    🎾 Join us live and get practical strategies to ensure smooth transitions while keeping skill development on track!

    Want more coaching insights? Get my 'From Drills to Skills' course today:
    👉 https://mytenniscoaching.com/drills-to-skills-fast-track-to-match-success/

    Drop your questions in the comments—let’s discuss junior development together!

    #TennisCoaching #JuniorDevelopment #RedToOrangeBall #SkillProgression #GameBasedLearning

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    39 分
  • Become A NATIONAL Level Tennis Player Under 10
    2025/02/24

    In this episode of the My Tennis Coaching Podcast, I dive deep into the latest LTA Player Pathway Guide-and I've got some serious concerns. Having worked with players on this pathway, I'm amazed by some of the guidance being given. Does it really help develop adaptable, match-ready players, or is it just another outdated framework?"I'll discuss:🎾 What the LTA Player Pathway gets right-and where it falls short.❌ Why some of the recommendations might be limiting player development.🤔 How we should actually be developing players for long-term success.If you're a coach, parent, or player navigating the pathway, this is a conversation you won't want to miss!Want to develop players beyond the pathway? Get 50 game-changing tennis practices here:https://my-tennis-coaching-limited.kit.com/products/pre-order-the-ultimate-tennisDrop a comment with your thoughts-do you think the LTA Player Pathway is fit for purpose?#TennisCoaching #LTAPlayerPathway #PlayerDevelopment #ModernCoaching #SkillTransfer

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    24 分
  • Birthday AMA 🎉: One Year of My Tennis Coach Academy + Your Questions Answered!
    2025/02/17

    Join me for this exclusive YouTube Live as I celebrate a year of My Tennis Coach Academy! Over the past 12 months, I’ve learned a lot—about coaching, building a community, and the challenges of modern coaching. In this AMA (Ask Me Anything), I’ll be sharing those insights and answering your biggest coaching questions live!"

    Topics include:
    🎾 When should you move players to a new level?
    🤔 Is there a time to stop group training?
    📲 My honest thoughts on social media and coaching trends.

    🔥 Drop your questions in the chat, and let’s have an open discussion about all things coaching!

    Get 50 game-changing tennis practices to level up your coaching:
    https://my-tennis-coaching-limited.kit.com/products/pre-order-the-ultimate-tennis

    Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a live session! 🎥

    #TennisCoaching #LiveQandA #CoachingAMA #PlayerDevelopment #MyTennisCoachAcademy

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    50 分