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Lessons: Improving Your Backhand Volley with Atlanta Tennis Coach Jeff MichaudFor Good Tennis Backhand Volleys Give the "Safe" SignA common flaw in many club players' backhand volleys is their tendency to chop down on the ball, allowing the racquet head to drop below wrist level.

Usually, the result is a volley hit off-balance with so little pace and control that it catches the net. To hit a more effective backhand volley, keep your wrist firm and, instead of chopping down on the ball, flatten out your volleying motion.

Think of yourself as a baseball umpire giving a "safe" signal when you hit the ball. As you punch forward on your volley, your free arm should extend away from your body simultaneously in the opposite direction to help you maintain your balance and keep your volleying motion crisp and compact. By hitting "safe" and sure backhands volleys, you'll find yourself scoring more often at the net. This tip goes equally well for any backhand shot in tennis.

This tip comes from the USPTA website tip of the day. Come out and see Atlanta Tennis Coach Jeff Michaud to learn more useful tennis tips.Atlanta Round Robin Group TennisThe City of Atlanta has several very good tennis centers that provide a variety of programs from Cardio Tennis, tennis clinics as well as Round Robin Tennis events.

The one that I work out of and recommend most highly is the Bitsy Grant Tennis Center on North Side Drive Atlanta. Mary Craven 770-662-6162 runs the Round Robin.

When you call, tell her your level. She will plug you into the draw. You will play 20 minute mini doubles matches and the winner moves up the draw, losers move down. The cost is $7 on Sundays and $8 on Fridays. I encourage people to try to attend these, which is very good for your game. These weekly events last about 2 hours, and run Friday's & Sunday's.

These events attract everything from the low intermediate players to the very advanced players. In order to attend, you should be able to hit at least a little, serve at least 5 out of 10 balls into the service box and keep score. For more info please call the numbers below.

Round Robins Fridays, Atlanta
7:00 and Sundays 4:00.
Call Mary Craven 770-662-6162
Bitsy Grant Tennis Center 404-609-7193

The center features 12 hard surface tennis courts and 12 clay courts tht are currently being resurfaced. Scheduled re-opening is mid-November. The center also offers clinics, cardio-tennis, tennis instruction and youth and senior programs.Atlanta Cardio Tennis TrainingLearn How To Burn more caloriesTotal body workout trainingFun Group Activities and Group TrainingImprove tennis skillsAll levels of abilityNon-stop workouts and TrainingLocations Near You6 or more people5 or less people

Call Today 404-451-8872 Major Benefits of Cardio Tennis
Participants consistently elevate their heart rates into their aerobic training zone.

• You can burn more calories than singles or doubles tennis.
• You get short cycles of high intensity workout and periods of rest, almost like interval training.
• While you are playing tennis, the focus is primarily on getting a great workout.
• Improve your tennis skillsCoaching Groups, privates sessions, clinics, workout sessions, teaching or playing sessions.

Now offering Group Cardio Tennis and fitness classes at Frankie Allen Park in the Buckhead area of Atlanta Georgia 30305.Please contact Jeff at 404.451.8872 Travel limits are to just outside the perimeter of Atlanta Georgia. Certifications: USPTA, AMFPT, GPTA (Georgia
Professional Tennis Association), USTA.Schedule

See Jeff's Tennis BlogIf you choose to take a private class please call Jeff to schedule appointments. Jeff is available full time for private and semi-private lessons or personal training.Frankie Allen Park is in Buckhead section of Atlanta, Between Piedmont and Peachtree Street. From Piedmont take a left on Pharr Road and then the Park is on the left.How To Choose The Right Tennis Racquet and Tennis Equipment

Articles By : Dan Kester
I PLAY TENNIS, Atlanta GAGETTING STARTED IN TENNIS

Atlanta has the largest registered public tennis community in the United States.

There are over 150,000 active players in several leagues across metro Atlanta. The USTA season is in full swing. The ALTA Mixed Doubles season starts the beginning of January. The registration deadlines for K-Swiss, T2Tennis, Visionary Tennis, and Peach Tennis are fast approaching. Are you ready to play? If you are a new player or just coming back from a long retirement, here is a small list of equipment that you will need to make your tennis experience
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CHOOSING A TENNIS RACQUET

The average price for a new tennis racquet is about $180. However, all manufacturers have a beginners racquet at $100. And if appropriate, there are discontinued racquets as low as $70. Racquets are made to help the player with power or control, depending on your skill level and athletic abilities. Strings will add an additional $4 - $20.

TENNIS BALLS

You can buy $1.99 cans of balls at the grocery store or the major sporting goods chains. But, those balls are made with rubber with fillers (sand, sawdust, and air pockets). They are acceptable balls for casual hitting, but will not last as long during competitive play. The $2.99 balls that are for sale at I PLAY TENNIS, are made with a solid rubber, air filled core. They will bounce longer and are made with a more durable felt. Most players use a new can for one or two matches. So, make it a New Year's Resolution to get on the courts. Whether it is to begin a new sport, or pick back up an old one, I PLAY TENNIS is your one shop stop in town for your tennis needs.

I Play Tennis
404-347-7881
Ansley Mall | Atlanta, GAAdvanced Level Tennis Drills & Doubles Match Playing in Atlanta******* PROGRAM 1DRILL & SKILL IMPROVEMENT | 1 HOURThis class would be a fast paced tennis drill and strategy class for the more advanced tennis player. Will be limited to about 3 people, will go as high as 5. 1-3 people $30 each.
4-5 people $25 each

RSVP required. 404-451-8872******* PROGRAM 2DRILL & PLAY | 1 HOUR 30 MINUTES30 minutes would be drill and 1 hour of play, breaking down points and situations. 3-4 people $35 eachRSVP required. 404-451-8872ALTA and USTA Team Coaching

Jeff is available to coach Women's, Men's and Coed tennis teams for either ALTA or USTA teams.

Jeff is a USPTA certified pro with 10 years coaching experience.Jeff does a full line of drills and strokes work to get you and the team up to the next level.

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