Federer Phone Booth Serve Secret (REVEALED): SERVE LESSON

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[@dandalee]

This and your "elbow the enemy" tip have completely transformed my serve for the better. Thank you so much for your hard work, Jeff!

[@TennisEvolution]

You're welcome Daniel! Thank you for your comment. Keep it up!

[@Better_Call_Raul]

Great lesson... Must initiate the drop from a 90 degree elbow flexion angle. That is critical. 04:45 "Some players will drop with much less than a 90 degree elbow flexion angle because they cannot drop from the 90 degree elbow flexion angle". That is true, but doing that will not achieve a true shoulder stretch. True external shoulder rotation must be initiated with a 90 degree angle. All top servers will achieve this 90 degree position just prior to drop. There is little bit of leeway; maybe 5 degrees. But 90 degrees is ideal. If a player only has 80 degrees elbow flexion (bending too much) he will not be stretching and engaging the proper shoulder muscles.

[@TennisEvolution]

Thanks Raul! Appreciate your comment and insight.

[@johnnyhuang99]

I am glad you recorded this from the side. Since you are a lefty, I was able to mirror your movements since I and most players are righties. Thank you for not using a different angle.

[@tavomagno5]

Very good for the toss and racquet tip trying to get them together . It corrected my low elbow .. thanks

[@TennisEvolution]

Awesome! You're welcome ;) Jeff.

[@JonCraigHopkins]

You're amazing Jeff. Excellent teacher. Much appreciated!

[@TennisEvolution]

Thank you for watching Jonathan! I appreciate your kind words and feedback. What other type of lessons would you like to see next in our channel? Jeff.

[@JonCraigHopkins]

@@TennisEvolution I'll let you know if I think of anything. But you've probably already got it covered in all your excellent videos you've already uploaded. I still have a long way to go to get through all your great content. Much appreciated.

[@TennisEvolution]

@@JonCraigHopkins Thank you! Feel free to send any comments or questions as you go through our content ;)

[@paddlepower888]

Adding a link to this video to my list of lessons that help me. Will need to watch again tomorrow. Thank you!

[@franz3753]

Once again so much value out of this video. Thophy position is absolutely key in serve surgery ;) Your tips made miracles on my serve. You’re amazing thank you Jeff 🐐🎾

[@TennisEvolution]

You're welcome ;) Thanks for those kind words, I appreciate them!

[@barwahjoseph]

Great tip about bringing the racquet and tossing arm together!

[@TennisEvolution]

Thank you for watching Barry! What other type of lessons would you like to see next in our channel? Jeff.

[@barwahjoseph]

@@TennisEvolution hi Jeff! Many of us are stuck indoors or are limited to our immediate surroundings. What indoor type drills can we do to improve our strokes, footwork, etc?

[@enrimaritain2641]

Hi Jeff, you're always number one. I noticed that you keep your left arm still and straight for a few more moments. I started doing it recently and I feel much better! And I did it because I saw you.💪😁 Henry from Genoa. PS: I stay at home now but i I try it always in the living 😃.

[@enrimaritain2641]

Sorry, my "left arm" because I am a right.

[@franz3753]

enrico maritano Number one and GOAT coach !

[@TennisEvolution]

Thank you Enrico! Keep up the great job, I appreciate your kind words ;) Jeff.

[@danielfranklin2344]

You loved making it, I loved watching it!

[@TennisEvolution]

Thank you Daniel! Glad to read your comment and appreciate the feedback. What other type of lessons would you like to see next in our channel? Jeff.

[@danielfranklin2344]

For me the key to this video was your point about the wrist. Keeping the wrist lose and the racquet up. Next time I'm on the court that's what's going to stick in my head or at least what I want to pay attention too. So any common mistakes that you've seen and we can all apply are great. In general your videos and experence are inspiring!

[@TennisEvolution]

@@danielfranklin2344 Awesome! Thank you for those kind words. Jeff.

[@aiyka_music]

Nice thumbnail and superb tip Jeff... I don't get the phone booth analogy though..

[@TennisEvolution]

Thanks! I appreciate it ;) Jeff.

[@nhungtrancam3251]

Great VDO Jeff, simple, efficient as usual, one of the best on market!

[@TennisEvolution]

Thank you Nhung Trần Cẩm ! I appreciate your feedback. What other type of lessons would you like to see next in our channel? Jeff.

[@mehmetcakir4231]

Great tip Jeff. Thank you.

[@TennisEvolution]

You're welcome Mehmet! Thank you for watching ;) Jeff.

[@christiandelosrios357]

Thanks Jeff you are 1 of a kind!

[@TennisEvolution]

Thank you, appreciate your nice comment!

[@coffeedude2024]

Great tips. Thanks Jeff!

[@TennisEvolution]

You're welcome Grant! Thank you for watching ;) Jeff.

[@walre949]

Thank you, in half an hour you fixed something, I struggled for very long time!! Somebody told I had to stretch my arm, which made my service very uncertain everytime. Today I tried your “compact“ position and worked out perfectly!! I also threw balls to get the right feeling!! Very happy about this new sensation of a very easy going service, before it was exhausting also. I try to learn the Kick serve, will have a look to your videos!! Thank you again, best greatings from Italy!! Waltraud

[@TennisEvolution]

Amazing Wal! Mille grazie ;) Jeff.

[@walre949]

@@TennisEvolution mille grazie a te..!!:-)

[@0m3g4s]

Great video! I think I cover most of the tips you give for the serve. What I am currently struggling is in pushing my hips forward when serving. Im refering to that forward motion you are able to achieve from 8:05 to 8:07 in your hips. Any advice?

[@jamespeters9012]

This is great stuff on the serve. Jeff puts out more amazing value packed video tips than anyone. Wanna get better...follow Jeff!

[@TennisEvolution]

Thank you James! I appreciate your comment ;)

[@leo7392119]

Hello coach I'm from Taiwan I'm tennis player before University. But I Serve and Forehand not very well. Because l'm often was Modified action by coach(about every month). therefore I have no confidence to my tennis. Help to my serve after watching your video .Make me like tennis again. Thank you Jeff coach.😊 (l'm English is not very well hope can tolerate my English 😅)

[@AlejandroBecerra1]

Thanks from San Juan Argentina

[@TennisEvolution]

You're welcome Alejandro!

[@LuisTorres-mx8fg]

this is Great! Thank you.

[@TennisEvolution]

You're welcome Luis! Thanks for watching ;) What other type of lessons would you like to see next in our channel? Jeff.

[@hypersailor]

Great video from a true pro. I slowed Jeff down to .05 sure he sounds like he's had ten beers but his form makes sense. The serve must have ten critical steps! I'd advise doing 50 shadow reps as this has to be a muscle memory in a match, especially for those of us who have to break old habits. I'd like to see 'bold yellow lines' on the screen, in the next serving video, just to help us focus.

[@TennisEvolution]

Ha ha , thank you for watching John. I appreciate your comment and feedback. Nice advice, that's the right way to go! What other type of lessons would you like to see next in our channel? Jeff I have not drank any alcohol for over a year ;)

[@shannonlewes7726]

Very helpful, Jeff!

[@TennisEvolution]

Thank you for watching Shannon! Glad you enjoyed it ;) What other type of lessons would you like to see next in our channel? Jeff.

[@alarson8355]

Thanks, great video. I’m going to try the “phone book”

[@emmarichardson5059]

*phone booth

[@FriendlyPeach]

Yet another great video! Thank you so much!

[@TennisEvolution]

You're welcome! Thank you for watching Kaitlyn.

[@francisremedios2530]

Great video!

[@maxwelldewinter]

Wow! Amazing video! How did you manage at the 5:00 min. mark to make the man walking his dog disappear? Was that done on Flame or Pro Tools with a relaxed hand? Technique, technique, tech...

[@TennisEvolution]

Thank you for watching! Not sure about that ha ha. What other type of lessons would you like to see next in our channel? Jeff.

[@ajaykumara7158]

Nice video tips Jeff

[@TennisEvolution]

Thanks Ajay!👍

[@goggleboy2464]

Great reminders as always J.S.!! So much misinformation out there its insane.

[@TennisEvolution]

Thank you! Glad to help .

[@brianb336]

Great video. Thanks. Getting back to playing after extended layoff. Game is coming around as I am shaking off the rust. The serve consistency is where I am struggling. Somehow I can't seem to establish the same trophy position two time in a row. Also the toss is all over the place. Appreciate your instruction to get my form back to develop a consistent serve.

[@TennisEvolution]

You're welcome Brian! Thanks for your comment. Let me know how I can help you further with your serve.

[@tamasajtony9855]

Thanks Pro.

[@TennisEvolution]

You're welcome Tamas! Thank you ;) What other type of lessons would you like to see next in our channel? Jeff.

[@casperfc1]

Thx Jeff! I recently lost to a close game, to a player I should beat, but “he made me bad”. Slicing every shot on both sides, never missing anything. I kept hitting big shots about 1 foot out. I eventually ended up countering with the same slice strategy. It sort of worked but the match looked like two 70 year olds playing, and I got no edge from being the more powerful player. He made me play his game 100%. Any advice on how to deal with that type of defensive play?

[@franz3753]

J L Jeff made several « beat the pusher » videos that might be a great help for you ! Those dudes ...

[@casperfc1]

Thx. Any other than this one? kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIWYn3dqqMyLqas

[@hanbrianlee]

I know what u mean i came across such opponent in a local tournament lol. But basically u need to be able to have more variety of shots with good topspin and finish with good volleys. Just being able to crush certain favourite balls wont cut vs such defensive player especially if he has good footwork as well (usually do). And of course u need almost as good slices since u cant attack all the time.

[@sheridanfarrah3096]

Thanks, I needed that tip .... Shed

[@TennisEvolution]

Awesome Shed! Thank you for watching ;) Jeff.

[@mehmetcakir4231]

Once I heard from Martina Navratilova defining serve motion as screw and unscrew of whole body. I believe it is all about training our brain to give one command body to perform whole serve motion in one go.. Do you think it is worthwhile to have a video to analyze screw/unscrew motion from a sky cam.. you may need a Builders Crain for this or there may be video footages from gran slam tournaments where they have flying cameras.. thanks again for your great work..

[@qwi911]

How about a video on how to handle when someone plays up close on your serve.

[@TennisEvolution]

Thanks for watching. I'll add your topic request for future videos. Jeff.

[@franciscomanrique4979]

GRACIAS

[@brianlee1417]

Hi Jeff, you and Marcelo Rios have a similar service motion where you take your racket back from your waist area. Does that give you more control and accuracy but slightly less power than if you started the take back motion from your ankles like Kygrios? thanks.

[@willkeyes8859]

Great video, Jeff. Can you do a video on the toss. I've tried everything and my toss never goes in front of me. I always feel like my body gets ahead of the ball. When I do toss well, I can't use the kinetic chain to get in the trophy position in time to get a good smash on the ball.

[@TennisEvolution]

Thank you Will! I got you covered, check out my latest lesson with five great drills to master your toss. Here's the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqGng6uDjcqJpc0

[@MartynCollins]

Any comments on Federer use of left shoulder to start the rotation versus many players cocking the right shoulder and taking the left shoulder for the ride?

[@willkeyes8859]

No idea what you are talking about.

[@matyverona9407]

Is that what he does on the "kick serve"?

[@CrystalCarrington]

Hi Jeff, can you explain what is meant by the "phone booth" serve. Is that keeping it all tight and close to the body. Sorry new here.

[@TennisEvolution]

Yes keep the arms closer together at the trophy position

[@mickeysealtoe9719]

I miss phone booths. I used to smash in those things back in the day.

[@paoloantunes1283]

Get into the phone booth and dial that special number, you been trying to call since you started serves on a tennis court... 100.... miles per hour 😉

[@TennisEvolution]

Thanks for watching Paolo! Love the creativity ;) Jeff.

[@paoloantunes1283]

Pleasure Jeff, your videos are always quality 👍✅

[@TennisEvolution]

@@paoloantunes1283 Thanks!

[@goggleboy2464]

What's your top speed these days?

[@jonathanchen1026]

I like how you’re left handed, so I can mirror myself to copy you

[@TennisEvolution]

Thanks Jonathan!

[@ActorIntro]

Uh, what's a "phone booth"??

[@adamromero]

Get in the phone booth so you can change into the serving Superman! 🎾🦸‍♂️

[@TennisEvolution]

Good one! Thank you for watching.

[@drbonesshow1]

This is almost as good as Shower In A Briefcase: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4Wrp3lolqaca5I BTW: I will be using your video (if you don't mind) to explain the Physics of the Compact Serve with some modifications: different types of footwork in preparation for the trophy position. For most players power is either lost or never realized starting with the footwork leading to hip rotation and so forth. Interestingly, the SCTV star of Shower In A Briefcase, Martin Short is 70 years old in 2020. How time flies.

[@TennisEvolution]

Don R. Mueller, Ph.D. Go for it!

[@andrewbaroch2141]

You guys are contradicting yourselves on racquet location.

[@TennisEvolution]

What do you mean ?

[@vladimirvidov6202]

thank you! very impressive