What's Happening
At Balance Tennis, we focus on developing all three centers to create balanced and well-rounded athletes and tennis players. Those three centers include the physical, mental, and emotional.
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Physical: We train the body to perform the physical tasks required for tennis (see below), as well as our muscles to be in condition so as to give us confidence in their ability to perform in any given situation.
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Mental: We focus on creating a cleared mind that enables us to remain in the moment. A clear mind focuses on simple tasks (see the ball) during strenuous situations (point play), enabling the well-trained body to perform its given skill.
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Emotional: We strive to manage and accept our emotions but not to be controlled by them. When we are frustrated, we accept our frustration, and release ourselves to move beyond our emotions towards our goal. Emotions remind us that we are alive, and if embraced and focused, can be powerful tools.
Early Preparation, balance, and relaxation are the core principles of Balance Tennis. These principles are applicable to every aspect of one's life.
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Early Preparation: Preparation is your initial response to the ball, and involves both the upper and lower body, your hands as well as your feet.
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Balance: Balance is an essential part of effective ball striking as is crucial to your initial reaction to the ball through your finish. Good balance is established through a strong first move. The feet, knees, and racquet do the work of adjusting to balls within and outside the strike zone. Good balance is the key to power, control, and recovery after shots. In life, balance is also important for development, health, and happiness.
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Relaxation: A smooth and naturally excellerated swing is a product of good preparation and balance. The concept is to put your body in a position to let the racquet do most of the work, while engaging only the necesary muscles. A relaxed motion engages both the upper and lower body. Essential to a relaxed stroke is a clear understanding of early preparation and balance.