The Universal Tennis Swing And Drills To Learn It

This week's video will be of immense help to many of you who struggle with finding effortless power on your groundstrokes in your tennis game. You will learn the physics behind the so-called Universal Swing that applies to all groundstrokes and why this helps you hit more effortlessly.
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I will also show you a simple drill I use almost daily now with my students that helps them feel the power of the Universal Swing.
We'll also look at the pro footage including Federer, Nadal, Monfils and Gasquet and look at how their swings differ and yet how they all apply the same principle of a sideways swing.
Special thanks to Slow Motion Tennis for allowing me to use their clips for this video.
Check their channel for more slo-mo videos of the pros:
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While there is no magic wand in tennis that could instantly change your strokes, this drill is extremely effective in achieving that as it usually only takes a few days before you start feeling the results.

[@guyjensen690]

I thought I have watched all you videos for the last four years including “Effortless Forehand” course. I found this video by accident after watching another one. By far the most important and should be mentioned in the course. Thank you so much for changing my forehand. I am 75 years old and play against players in my doubles league who are late 20’s and played college tennis. I can now hold my own! Keep up your excellent teaching, will let you know how I’m doing at 80.😂👍

[@mdougf]

This is one of the most important tennis technique videos on all of KZbin.

[@jamessheahan4224]

Thanks Thomas, I am 68 years old, and your videos are amazing. With many injurys on my recent comeback, was searching for new ergonomic stroke patterns to be able to play and avoid reinjury. Your instruction in particular made me realize I had never really known the fundamentals of basic strokes footwork and body rotation.You're a world-class teacher and thanks so much.

[@svarodzic]

I can see my comment here from 3 years ago! And here I am again watching this video! Tomas the info you gave here is simply priceless! After watching this video again I went to the court and I started doing a new take-back! Well, it transformed my forehand! After playing tennis for 10 years I, finally, started to understand the mechanics of the forehand. Thank you so much!

[@feeltennis]

And thank you for the wonderful feedback!

[@eyermed]

Tomas this lesson truly rocks... Something no one else has expressed so well and clearly. You are a tennis genius with a generous heart...

[@ezekial1925]

I agree. That one simple tip lends such fluidity to the stroke.

[@andyliang8887]

Thank you very much Thomas after so many years and so many other couching you are the one solve my forehand problem.looking forward to see your serve lesson

[@stevengoh3825]

woah i have been playing tennis more than 10 years yet i do not know placing a racket on the floor is such a simple drill. The result is so amazing . My wife and i tried and we are hitting the ball consistently than ever .Thank you very much.

[@feeltennis]

Happy to help!

[@SharkAcademy]

How am I just now learning this? You always give the best tips that makes tennis feel better and make sense. Thanks!

[@zoro251]

Tried it yesterday evening, it creates a more fluid motion and also kind of forces you creating space to hit the ball with the racket parallel to the net. Thank you very much Mr Tomaz!

[@shahbazchoudhry5151]

DEAR THOMAS, .. WHAT A IDEA U HAD.. . NO ONE EXPRESSED SUCH A GREAT WAY... ACTUAL EVERYONE HAS ITS OWN FRAME OF BODY STRUCTURE... NATURAL SWING WILL BE SAME FOR ALL... THANKS U REALLY MADE EASY FOR ME

[@sailingcontigo7953]

It amazes me that every time I watch one of your videos I learn something new that applies so well to my tennis game. I have been taking lessons, watching vides online and playing very frequently for at least 10 years, with so-so results. Since I found you, I have finally had my ah-ha moment and the result is a much more fluid and consistent stroke. I wish I had know these things 10 years ago. Thank you Tomaz!

[@camlendrim7609]

Sailing Contigo, I could not agree more. So much time,money and frustration wasted on expensive tennis lessons with minimal progress for many yrs. Tomaz is the best at explaining the WHY of tennis instruction which makes the understanding of HOW (technique) so much clearer. Thanks to Tomaz and his Feel Tennis channel. 🎾

[@ioannischrys7004]

This video has been an APOCALYPSE for me!!!! I' ve seen many tutorials teaching backhand and forehand but so far could'nt really uderstand how forehand works (the true mechanics of it). I was just trying to imitate movements and steps and that didn' t worked. Now finally everything is clear to me. I haven't seen all, but I feel you are the best tennis teacher on the net... THANK YOU!!!

[@kamranaslam2183]

Amazes me that with so much content online, you still find some unique insight into the dynamic of the shot making that has not been covered by anyone. Great video thanks a lot.

[@trinhinc]

Wow. Its like a light bulb just turned on in my head. Excellent 3 dimensional instruction. I saw those slow motion videos many times from different youtubers but never notice the outwards-inwards use of centrifugal force being used so effortlessly. Thank you so much Thomas!

[@howardsommers5517]

In a previous video "Modern Tennis Forehand in 8 steps" you demonstrate the racquet drop in one plane. As you pointed out here, that is not the case. Glad you corrected or elaborated more on that .....Your a gift that keeps giving..Thanks for all you do!

[@diegomunoz4923]

Tomas me too, like thousands of people already express their admiration for you, i honestly beleive you are unique. You remind a professor I had in college, somebody who make the diference. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful thoughts and ideas

[@feeltennis]

Much appreciated, stay tuned, more videos on the way!

[@YevgeniyNakonechniy]

Finally I can see detailed explanation physics based. Not only instructions “do this” “do that”. Deep explanation including our body nature + physics. Brilliant 👏👏👏👏👏

[@ginomoujik8488]

Amazing! That's why Agassi who's below 6' hit the most powerful shots. That's why his strokes especially backhand is so much more beautiful than the majority who look like they're pulling a rope on a 2-hander.

[@mariodorado3730]

I really like your approach to teaching tennis, Tomaž! I've been in the game for most of my life. I've played it for 45 years (I'll be 57 this Nov.,) played junior nationals in South America, Div I college tennis in the U.S., and taught it for 3 full decades! I've been to countless workshops/seminars ran by the USPTA, USPTR, and USTA. I've heard most -if not all- speakers/presenters among who-is-who in tennis, been there, done that, et.. Most off and on line pros, in my humble opinion, regurgitate what's already been said by the greats, and, somehow, try to trick us (ol' dawgs) into believing it's their own stuff,😂 but I know better. I call these guys "used car dealership tennis pros" if the shoe fits.... However, you bring a "breath of fresh air" to tennis instruction. I like it, man, keep up the good work, that I'm all ears and eyes! You and Jorge Capestany are my favs!

[@feeltennis]

Thanks a lot, Mario! I'll keep on posting interesting ideas, I am just getting warmed up. ;)

[@amirbuzinkic8395]

My foreheand didn't work well before. After I watched this true profesional video for just one time my foreheand improved a lot!!!!! Outstanding!👍👍👍

[@the1tfactor]

Genius explanation and demonstration. You have shown me that I am working WAY too hard! Relaxation and rotation are the keys to effortless power.

[@mirianbauto6023]

AFTER A THOROUGH, UNENDING RESEARCH ON HOW TO PLAY IT RIGHT, I NOW CONFIRM YOU ARE SUCH A GREAT, COMPLETE, AND AMAZING COACH. CONGRATS TOM AND MORE POWER!

[@kashifnisar6362]

This is one of the best tips for backhand and forehand, i watched so many other videos online they were saying similar things but no one explained it in such a clear and logical manner. Hats off to you Thomas, i tried this and my single hand backhand improved drastically, now I am working on my forehand with this technique to generate more control and fluid action.

[@paddlepower888]

Epiphany. This lesson melted the wax from my eyes and helped me clean up my strokes.

[@paulajzenman2344]

I really like this lesson as I have been visualizing dropping my racket and have not found it to be comfortable. The universal swing feels natural and makes sense from a movement perspective. Thanks you for this valuable tip and for your other videos. I enjoy your teaching style.

[@lmet6174]

EVERY WEEK YOU BLOW MY MIND WITH ANOTHER NEW THING I'VE NEVER HEARD ANY OTHER COACH SAY AND IT ALWAYS MAKES SO MUCH SENSE!! WHEN WILL YOU EVER RUN OUT OF THESE EVERY TIME YOU POST IT'S AMAZING!!

[@gregorypapas9354]

This video is genius. A complex topic made truly simple...I wish I had this explanation when I was teaching. Saves hours.

[@rohimfoyghim4011]

I’ve watched tennis for years and played tennis for years and never been able to accurately express this. Well done!

[@andrealamorgese]

Tomas, I've been playing tennis for 40 years now, and seen a lot of forehand techniques. Yet this lesson explained me while many many years ago my first coach had taught me the circular backswing, oval-ization he used to call it. Great lesson!!!

[@jbarriga76]

This is probably the most important tennis lesson ever!

[@ashatola]

I learned the windshield washer swing but always felt I was lacking power. Now I see where the power comes from. Thank you.

[@bpn777]

Great video. Very fundamental stuff. It is a truly 'universal' point that applies to flat or top-spun ground strokes

[@RoughRider757]

Who are these people from Feeling Tennis? It should be tennis law that no one is allowed to teach this game other than the people at Feeling Tennis. They break down tennis technique like no one I've ever seen. Truly natural geniuses.

[@horaciocardozo9374]

From I discovered Tomas”s lessons my tennis REALLY improved in an amazing way!!!! I could understand from the basic to the hightest what I must do in my tennis game! He is the best ! Thanks

[@27blanx]

A priceless way to train your brain and body. Thank you so much!

[@simonbergel2850]

YOU ARE SO GREAT! I STARTED TO PRACTICE THE EXERCISE OF SERVE SWING, AND MY SERVE STARTED TO IMPROVE AMAIZINGLY!

[@eyesOnJayda]

Amazing instruction. I'm literally blown away by how simple but effective he delivers it. Thanks a million

[@sandrineateni-peni1628]

Exactly what I was struggling with for a year now and you have just shown it very clearly. I must add it on my one handed backhand as well. Thanks a lot Thomas for your advices and tips. From Tahiti French Polynesia

[@q4short]

Love how you explained the racket drop from the back angle and how well you clarified it. Thank you

[@ianbuick8946]

Excellent video! This is the physic behind lag and snap technique which results tons of power. Most of the time, we dont have enough time to execute the circle, even pro like Federer increases his swing speed half way through to compensate for time lost. Good for some baseline drill with low pace.

[@ostojicnikola81]

Unique teaching ideas, Tomas! Very appreciated. Thank you!

[@thongtruong866]

i try this on my nephew , its work very well. i m impress , . like a taichi move ( jiu) ! Arigato sensei !

[@ldgnotebook]

Thank you Mr Tomas Mencinger for a very delicated lesson. Circle 8 overhead I saw Serena Williams did before every coin toss, it looked very smooth and I tried that swing. Now your lesson comes out it looks like an effortlessly natural swing. I would put it into practice right away. Your ten-year-old nephew practiced effortlessly and had very nice swings. I wish someone showed me this technique 30 years ago. Thank you for your dedication lessons, learn and relearn your technique I will for a while. So long

[@muhammadezzat545]

Conceptual video that should be seen from time to time! Well done!

[@socialgroup8498]

Brand new to practicing tennis let alone playing, your videos have shown many things that have helped to maximize the fun in practicing hitting some good shots once in awhile, looking forwards to the next lesson.

[@kylewells7588]

You're literally what I have been needing! Thanks so much man

[@gnarfish5555]

I love your instructions. You really improved my game with the little refinement you show. Thank you so much

[@omarperezr]

I think this is the best video about tennis I' ever watched. I gess we all have had that amazing tennis day when we kind of discovered this universal swing path by ourselfs or at least the sensation of it. But what happens is that we come to You Tube and then try to emitate movements in the way they look, but in tennis thinks usually don't feels like the way they look ( I mean when you doit at first), being service the extreme case, but applaying to all strokes. So, after that, when we come back to the tennis court we have forgotten the sansation of that day that everything flowed, that we kind of feel the circular motion which pivotal aspect is the hips rotation and arms only fallows this circular path (eigth-shape path) that is naturaly produced. Tomorrow morning, I will play this video before getting into the court, this time I won't forget. Thank you very much!

[@susanj.6976]

This perception of the backswing is unique.. I've never hear it in this way. I will try being aware of my backswing and become aware when I do this out and in circular swing path that's more effortless and when I don't do it. Thank you Tomas! This may make a difference between having my groundstrokes be in control most of the time vs some of the time.

[@bailadorr]

Oh my god ! YOU did it again Thomaz! brilliant video. Thank you very much!

[@fixit.makeit.buildit.1926]

Great vid as usual. Tennis swing path is like what the motion a shot putter or discus thrower uses. Also pizza makers.

[@sundaramirtanandha7058]

Super video. Simple. Very good as always.

[@ruslanbekukh3702]

It works, really works. Thanks a lot, Tommy, you are the best coach in YT!

[@feeltennis]

I appreciate that!

[@27blanx]

@@feeltennis it's true. people spend lifetimes trying to understand what you articulated in this video. thank you so much.

[@emanueleputorti4997]

the best tennis lesson I've ever had. Thank you Tomas!

[@javierdonaire6877]

The best lesson I saw in my life. Thank you

[@rajbalasubramanian6332]

Hi Tomaz, as always a very clear explanation followed by multiple demononstrations. Have been watching the US Open, specially for what you have explained and amazingly pretty much all the players follow what you have described as the Universal Swing Path. Very easy to practice and not difficult to put in play. Thanks again. Raj

[@p_a_o_7658]

Awesome lesson as always!

[@alan2marcus566]

This is the best instructional video I have ever seen! Stunning! Can't wait to try what he is saying!!

[@thomasluhman6317]

Brilliant insight, as usual. Applying the same principle to FH and BH slice also worked for me. Only the loop was out then inside and over, not under. In fact, it also helped my serve with the first loop out leading much more naturally to the a second loop behind my back. Many thanks.

[@elcolindo]

Great instruction. Easy to follow and makes a lot of sense. Thank you coach!

[@stellxr4202]

I’ve improved so much thanks to your amazing videos thank you Tomaz you are an amazing person and coach and I cannot wait to try this out next time I go to play

[@djoker311]

best lesson ever!!! thank you so much!!

[@danilonania1504]

Great video, no one is teaching tennis looking at the simple physics as you do...Please keep up your work because I think we're all getting great improvements from it!!!

[@evgenytumanov2863]

The most important thing I've learnt. :) Thank you!

[@mpaletta]

I am continually impressed by your simple thoughtful verbal and physical explanations. I’m 55 now and have been a good recreational player since age 8 but I’ve never understood the rationale for many of the things I do and most importantly how to be better even with several lessons/ camps... I’ve improved so much with your excellent video instructions...go Tomas😎

[@feeltennis]

Wow, thank you!

[@jilvertmondido5905]

Thank you so much for this great tutorial video. It really help a lot to improve my recently used stroke. It reallly made me easier and relax my arms to return the ball and hit the target.

[@jasondrake55]

Like most in the comments, I too feel that this instruction has clarified a simple principle that I was very much unaware of. This video has transformed my one-handed backhand to a stroke I can feel confident in and actually enjoy hitting. I am teaching the principles you show here to my wife as a way of getting her back into the game. Even she feels the effortless impact that this instruction produces. Thank you.

[@LanceJordan]

Great video as always! Thank you!!

[@JSJChannel]

Nice video. Perfect explanation! Thanks

[@RossCallen2028]

Absolutely Brilliant! This figure 8 pattern sums up everything in my mind! Thank you so much for posting this video.

[@ripleypipe]

Centrifugally stunning tutorial Tomaz. Thank you. Gordon

[@jameshuang304]

Thank you Thomaz!! This video is exactly what I'm looking for, because this perfectly explains why is it that sometimes when I'm feeling good I can hit good forehands, that's because I am unconsciously using this universal swing technique!

[@fredhekmat6094]

I love you for this insight.It greatly helped my game.

[@wildfire949]

This is an excellent explanation of groundstrokes! Thanks for showing different angles!

[@gregzdavis]

Love the explanation of the physics! You make the unintuitive suddenly so intuitive. Thanks!

[@svarodzic]

This is freacking awesome explanation! Thanks man, now it makes much more sense!

[@joelariasdiaz6991]

Tomas this lesson si pure gold!!! You presented a very complex concept so seamlessly! As a beginner player is great to be able to incorporate this concepts just by allowing the physics to do the magic! Thanks! I can now understand the name of your channel!

[@evandromanara]

Great contribution Thomas. Thank you for sharing it and promote the tennis.

[@dmytrosavytsky2122]

Awesome explanation. Thank you.

[@imatrOlda]

...and again: great analysis and explanation! Hvala!

[@arnab2213]

Simplification at its best! Thank you

[@zoro251]

Such a good lesson! I am going to try these tomorrow! Thank you very very very much!

[@mustafam7431]

Very clever! Amazing teaching techniques. Thank you for sharing.

[@Raxbeeton]

This transformed my game (and a few of your other videos). Finally, I know what I was doing wrong with, particularly, my forehand and how to correct it. Thank you very much.

[@taki143]

Really transformed my technique, Hvala Tomas.

[@MrJoshuasekhon]

Thank you very much! I'm learning so much from you! 💗 I love the drills and lessons.

[@VeraniasGarden]

Thomas , your videos have been super useful for me, I already put in practice this one and it change a lot! Im very happy to find you, you explain very simple and logical. Thank you very much!

[@hassaanr60]

Amazing video

[@chungNguyen-jd2em]

Thank you, Sir! You give me the true understanding of effortless power which i have been misunderstanding long time.

[@superhero3000]

It's amazing. Thanks for sharing the wisdom!

[@skad2008]

Great Video!! i had been missing this especially on my backhand!

[@axe2grind911a]

Also, I see now (with the previous video on wrist angle) why Federer's swing is so advanced and not necessarily to be imitated by the casual player. A real game changer. Thanks!

[@XCmdr007]

Brilliant Tomas. Thank you!

[@arzoo82]

very insightful video, thank you!

[@davidpirie9155]

This is fantastic Thomas. So logical and simple, and natural.....you have explained and demonstrated this clearly and simply. Thanks you. This could be a game changer! 😊

[@santi_vag_escaneos]

the best teacher ever, thanks from argentina

[@youBigLoser]

This is a great video. A lot of people unconsciously just drop their rackets rather than utilizing circular motion. Practicing this will improve consistency as well as power. Thank you, buddy. Great vid.

[@mjberends8510]

What a brilliant video. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@keepsucking]

Excellent explanation. This is the path of the ATP forehand. What he advises against is the WTA swing path.

[@johnmay3874]

Excellent video!!! This will help my game, I'm sure.

[@obaidfarghani9202]

thomas ur tips are amazing. they may not be for everyone but they r great and very methodical.