How to Get More Power on Your Tennis Serve

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Time Stamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:18 Key #1-Continental Grip 1:28 Key #2 -Less Tension During Serve 3:14 Key #3 -Balance In Trophy Position 4:35 Key #4 -Consistent Ball Placement 8:48 Key #5 -Developing A Good Motion 11:01 Key #6 -Extension On Contact 12:30 Key #7 -Rhythm Of Swing On Serve 14:35 Bonus Key -Follow Through On Serve

[@nicholasphillips7126]

Do you do video analysis of footage we can send in? Your videos are simply the best I’ve found after months of trying different coaching videos.

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Hi Nicholas, Thanks for your great feedback! Yes, I do video analysis as an integral part of my on-line coaching program. I would be happy to review a video. Please contact me through the following link, and I will provide you with instructions. performanceplustennis.com/contact-us/. Kindly, John

[@markbrown3259]

Excellent lesson. One of the most. Complete lessons I have seen on the internet! Well done John.

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Hi Mark, Thanks for much for your feedback! So glad the lesson was valuable to you! Best, John

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Thanks so much, Mark! Glad the lesson was valuable for you! Stay tuned for more! Kindly, John

[@haroldho19]

Wow ! One on the best serve instructional videos on You Tube. I am going to save this to put it on my study list. Thanks John.

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Hi Harold, Thanks so much for the great feedback! Kindly, John

[@paddlepower888]

Hi, John. I subscribed. I've been getting tennis tips on KZbin for >2 years. Last week was the first time I remember seeing your videos on my feed. Better late than never. I will take this lesson to heart. (and to court) Thank you.

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Thanks for your feedback. I’m glad you found me! Keep me updated on your great practice! Thanks, John.

[@coffeedude2024]

Great video John. Some fantastic tips there for the serve👍

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Thank you, Grant!

[@fairman1455]

Great analysis, thanks john

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Thanks so much George! Kindly, John

[@shabzone]

Really great breakdown on different aspects on the serve!

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Thank you!

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

If you are looking for more tennis serving videos check out our playlist here in youtube here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmTTgqapjtuWjLs

[@jackperry4782]

I have a problem with the motion from the start to the trophy position. My serve does not allow the shoulders to get in the correct alignment. Help please

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Hi Jack, Thanks for your request for assistance. I can help you if I see your serve. Click this link and let's get started: performanceplustennis.com/performance-plus-serve-stroke-video-analysis-description/. Best, regards, John

[@williamsannuto8239]

Great video John. I know for me the #1 problem is the toss the other parts of the serve I am pretty good with but as far as consistency it's the toss.

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Hi William, Have you checked out my videos on the ball placement here on the channel? If not, have a look and let me know if you need additional help. Thanks, John

[@williamsannuto8239]

@@PerformancePlusTennis yes and it has really helped in terms of what to focus in on with the toss . I think it's just more times than not the toss seems to be where inconsistency happens . As the match progresses and as the physicality of the points start working on my legs the toss then seems to go allover. Maybe by slowing down that could help and more reps would help. Thank u John for your great teachings .

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

@@williamsannuto8239 HI William, Yes, slowing down but not over thinking. Place the ball,...don't think too much! Let the rhythm of your routine lead into the serve. Keep me posted on your progress! Thanks, John

[@williamsannuto8239]

@@PerformancePlusTennis I will def keep you posted. I was wondering when tossing do i toss from shoulder height or lower ? a tennis coach told me that i should start to release the finger pressure from the waist and shortly after release the ball. Thanks John.

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

@@williamsannuto8239 Hi William, Placing the ball is such a precise skill! The point of release should be around the top of your head. The ball should float away from your hand as you open the fingers. Place the ball...don't toss it. I hope this helps!

[@bournejason66]

Great lesson. Do you recommend rec level players pause at trophy position?

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Hi Bourne, Great to hear from you! Yes, it's ok to pause...but don't stop! The pause is where you settle-in to your balance and position to make a coordinated and powerful movement to contact without tension or excessive effort. I hope this helps, I will be live today at 1pm. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnmnmndsodZ-fqM. Thanks, John

[@bournejason66]

@@PerformancePlusTennis thanks a John. The link doesn’t work though

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

@@bournejason66 Sorry, the link was changed: Here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqbcY6ynab6Cers. Thanks, John

[@jeffreylara3835]

What a great lesson on serving! Thank you so much Craig!

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Hi Jeffrey, Thanks so much for your feedback! Much appreciated! Best, John

[@deepseadiver8191]

My problem is that when I really relax my wrist, the racquet bends it back (wrist extension) in the racquet drop phase. This in turn affects the angle of the racquet during its path. The only way the wrist does not bend back like this is if I tension it and hold it in less extended position BUT this is of course not ideal as it creates tension. I tried different take backs, different rhythms and my wrist simply always wants to extend. I know you have a device which is meant to prevent the wrist from extending but are there any other tips you could give me ? Thanks!

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Hi, Such a common problem. Do check out my playlist. Here is one video that should be helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYqqm3mmZp52f6M Otherwise, I really need to see your serve to make a specific response. Here is a link to my serve evaluation program: performanceplustennis.com/serve-video-analysis-description/. Let me know how I can help! Thanks, John

[@mniks8860]

Ivo is from Croatia.

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Yes, my mistake.

[@PerformancePlusTennis]

Thanks...I made a mistake! Best, John

[@FairwayJack]

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