Online school is common in competitive junior tennis—but it isn’t for every family. This post explains why student-athletes use online education, when it makes sense, and what parents should consider before choosing it.
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Spain has produced tough, resilient tennis players for decades. This post breaks down why—without hype—and explains how adult players can use those same principles to improve their own game with more confidence and clarity.
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Laterality in tennis isn’t about labels or limitations — it’s about understanding why certain movements feel natural and why others don’t. For adult players, it can explain habits, timing, and learning patterns without turning into an excuse. Used correctly, laterality helps you train through limitations, not around them — and that’s where real match adaptability comes from.
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For adult players moving from advanced beginner to solid intermediate, tennis strokes are the foundation of everything. Forehands, backhands, volleys, overheads, and serves determine how confident you feel on court, how long rallies last, and whether your game keeps improving or stalls. This guide breaks down the essential strokes adults need to focus on, why fundamentals matter more at this stage than chasing trends, and how the right repetition and coaching environment help you build a game you can actually rely on.
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Dobsha Tennis Academy in Tampa, Florida takes a match-play-first approach to junior tennis development. Rather than relying on volume drills or polished practice sessions, players learn by competing under real pressure, allowing coaches to identify exactly what breaks down in matches and address it directly. This editorial looks at how Dobsha Tennis Academy operates, who thrives in this environment, and why competition-driven training has become increasingly relevant in modern junior tennis.
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The backhand is where most adult beginners struggle. Here’s why starting with two hands makes learning easier and builds confidence faster.
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Tennis feels hard at first for most adults. Here’s why that’s normal — and the three skills that help beginners break through the early learning barrier.
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New to tennis and not sure where to start? This guide breaks down what beginners actually need to know — without jargon, pressure, or unrealistic expectations.
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Most adult players hate their serve and blame everything except the ball toss. Here’s how to fix the real problem with simple, repeatable practice.
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Struggling to rally as a beginner? This post breaks down the simple forehand fundamentals adult players need to gain control, hit deeper balls, and start enjoying real rallies.
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Once you decide you like tennis, the next challenge is figuring out how to improve without getting overwhelmed. This post breaks down what adult beginners should actually focus on to start playing better and enjoying the game sooner.
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Tennis grips don’t need to be complicated. This post explains the two grips adult beginners should learn first to gain control and start rallying sooner.
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A boutique adult tennis holiday in Port de Sóller, Mallorca. Small-group coaching, level-specific training, and a refined Mediterranean setting designed for recreational club players who want real improvement.
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Finding the right junior tennis summer camp isn’t about hype — it’s about fit. This guide breaks down three serious training environments for competitive juniors, explaining who thrives in each system and why. Written for parents who want clarity, not marketing.
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Eric Dobsha Tennis Academy takes a match-play-first approach to junior development. This post explains how the program works, who it’s best suited for, and why Florida remains a powerful training ground for competitive juniors.
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Junior tennis has changed dramatically over the past few decades. This post explains how competition, tournaments, and ratings have evolved — and what parents need to understand to support serious junior players today.
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If you’re an adult player moving from improver toward intermediate, this guide breaks down the key technical, tactical, and court-awareness habits that help your game finally settle and progress with confidence.
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The ready position is one of the most overlooked fundamentals in tennis. Here’s why it matters and how it helps beginners feel less rushed on court.
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Tennis classes are one of the smartest ways for adults to learn the game, improve faster, and build a real tennis community.
Whether you’re just starting out or rebuilding part of your game, group tennis classes offer structured coaching, repetition, and social momentum — without the cost of constant private lessons. In this guide, we break down the pros and cons of private lessons, group tennis classes, and cardio tennis, so you can choose the right mix for your level, budget, and goals as an adult player.
Jofre Porta runs Spain’s best junior tennis academy on the island of Mallorca. Responsible for the development of Rafa Nadal and Carlos Moya, Jofre continues to develop competition junior tennis players from around the world. His academy is non-commercial and minimalistic on purpose. A master technician and mentally tough coach. The guy builds tough players. Keeps things simple and in doing so is Spain’s best junior academy for players age 9 - 15 playing junior tennis tournaments.
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