My Tennis Coaching Podcast

Author: My Tennis Coaching

Welcome to the My Tennis Coaching Podcast, hosted by Steve Whelan. This podcast is dedicated to tennis coaches seeking to elevate their coaching game through the latest in ecological dynamics and constraint-led coaching practices. Each episode delves into innovative strategies, practical tips, and expert insights designed to build your confidence, expand your knowledge, and refine your techniques. Whether you're a seasoned coach or just starting out, you'll find valuable resources to help you challenge traditional methods and embrace player-centered approaches.
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Genres: Sports, Tennis

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Why Kids Must Hit (Not Catch) to Learn the Game
Friday, 10 October, 2025

Are we preparing kids for tennis, or for a game they’ll never actually play?Most red stage programs still rely on throwing and catching, but research shows these skills don’t transfer to striking sports like tennis. In this Live, we’ll break down the science, explain why hitting matters, and show you the 5 principles that must guide early-years tennis.What you’ll learn:Why throwing & catching games don’t prepare kids for tennis.What early childhood research really says about fundamental motor skills.How expert striking sports develop anticipation & perception–action coupling.The 5 principles of Red Stage practice you can use to check your own sessions.How to use the RPAT tool to measure whether your practices are truly representative.👉 Want the game-based examples (Two Touch Tennis, Zombies, Stop & Serve, etc.)? They’re all inside My Tennis Coach Academy.Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6008161490960384