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To improve a Tennis players strokes and movement it is important to see the sequence of joint and limb movements so that changes to be made are appropriate for the players age and ability.

 It is not always possible to see the sequence of movements at normal speed, therefore a Video recording is used to capture the sequence of movements. Once the video is captured, video analysis software is used to analyse the stroke/movement patterns.

The following is a comparison of the contact point taken from two Videos recorded at 300fps.

  

A Camera that records at 300FPS is used to record the strokes, the Video is played back either in the camera or on a laptop and the Video can be displayed on a battery operated TV courtside.

With this equipment the stroke can be recorded, analysed and discussed courtside, the practices/drills to improve the stroke can be selected and then the drills can be practiced. After this the stroke can be recorded again and the before and after compared.

The benefits of this are that the player clearly understands what needs to change, the drills that need to be performed, and most importantly the player is confident that the stroke can be improved as they can see the change.

 

Video Recording Only - 30 Minutes
This Video session is for recording of your strokes only, after the session you can discuss your technique with your coach.

The session consists of:

  • Warm up - you will warm up before the session starts.
  • Recording of strokes at 300 frames per second, the strokes will be recorded from several angles to enable the improvement to be identified.

The session is conducted on-court using a high-speed camera to record the strokes.

A copy of all Video taken will be provided on CD/DVD.

The sessions may take place on your local courts or on the courts used by Advantage-Tennis. You will need to arrange a practice partner for the session.

To book a session please Click Here.

 

 

One to One Video Coaching - 1 Hour
The one to one coaching session is ideal to look at a particular stroke and make improvements to the stroke.

The session consists of:

  • Warm up
  • Recording of stroke at 300 frames per second, the stroke may be recorded from several angles to enable the improvement to be identified.
  • Analysis of stroke to identify how the stroke may be improved.
  • Select/develop exercises to improve stroke
  • Practice the exercises
  • Record the stroke again to effect of practice

The session is conducted on-court using a high-speed camera to record the strokes and a Battery operated TV to display the Video. A Laptop can be used to run Video comparison software using an extensive library of Video Clips of Pro Players and  Junior Players.

A summary of the improvements to be made and a copy of all Video taken will be provided on CD/DVD.

The sessions may take place on your local courts or on the courts used by Advantage-Tennis. You will need to arrange a practice partner for the session.

To book a session please Click Here.

 

 

Coaches Video Session -  1 Hour
This service is for coaches who may not have access to high speed Video Recording and playback equipment, or be familiar in coaching using High Speed Video.

The session is suitable for 4-6 players.

 

A typical session would consist of:

  • Warm up
  • Recording of  each players, Forehand, Backhand, Serve and Volleys. at 300 frames per second.
  • Assistance to the coach to identify potential improvements.
  • Discussion on the methods to improve the  players Technique.

The session is conducted on-court using a high-speed camera to record the strokes and a Battery operated TV to display the Video.

One copy of all Video taken will be provided on CD/DVD to the Coach. The individual Clips can be given to the players.

The sessions will take place on the Courts used by the Coach.

To book a session please Click Here.

 

 

Video Analysis Benefits
 

The major benefits of using video analysis are:

  • The player can make changes to their technique faster as they can see what they need to change.

  • The players current strokes and movement patterns are clearly understood which enables appropriate changes to the stroke/movement patterns to be made during coaching sessions.

  • The players strokes/movement may be compared to Professional Players.

  • The players strokes/movements may be compared to players of similar age/ability.

  • A video record of the players strokes/movements patterns may be kept so that progress may be seen.

  • The player will have a greater understanding of what and why, they are going to change their strokes/patterns of movement.

  • The LTA Long Term Player Development Plan may be referenced to ensure that the proposed changes are appropriate for the player.

 

 

 

Other Sports
 The equipment is suitable for Analysing other Sports, e.g. Golf, Cricket, Running, Rugby etc. I can provide the High Speed Video and Playback facilities to coaches in other sports, to discuss your requirements please contact Mick.