Learning Objectives

• Understanding scoring and positioning prior to the start of a point
• Developing a consistent serve
• Developing a neutral grip that allow for ease of both forehand and backhand shotmaking
• Maintaining a dink rally
• Ball tracking and moving safely on court

Advanced Beginner (2.0 or 2.5 rating)

Matchplay strategy and developing strokework/footwork consistency are points of emphasis. At this level, students should be comfortable rallying from the non-volley zone, serving and familiar with basic matchplay positioning and scoring. 

Learning Objectives

• Moving to and controlling the kitchen
• Developing a deep serve
• Developing overhead swings
• Maintaining a rally from the baseline
• Learning an economy of footwork at the non-volley zone line

Intermediate (3.0 or 3.5 rating)

Higher-level shot-making and court-positioning are explored. Students at this level are relatively consistent rallyers from all positions on the court and look to take the next step forward through refining multiple stroke and positioning options. Students at this level should exhibit sufficient shot control in order to attack opponents’ weaknesses.

Learning Objectives

• Improve footwork/positioning in relation to your partner & Introduction to ‘stacking’
• Development of serve options (deep/short/down-the-middle/out-wide)
• Topspin/backspin development as it relates to shot placement/selection
• Developing rally ‘reset’ and rally ‘speed-up’ options
• Improving execution of ‘third shot drops’ and ‘third shot drives’

Advanced (4.0 or 4.0+ rating)

Students at this level: (1) are capable of lengthy rallies from anywhere on the court, (2) are extremely patient, and (3) can easily change the speed, spin, and positioning of a shot when the time is right. Point play simulation and advanced shot development are also explored in this group. Students at this level should be extremely adept at modifying style of play to maximize win percentage.