Tennisexercises for u9
Preparation
- Use half a court.
- Place cones on the baseline with a tennis ball on top.
- Place an equal number of cones at the net.
- Have the players run with the tennis ball to the opposite cone.
- Instruct them to place the ball on the cone for 2 seconds.
- Then, pick up the ball again and run back to the starting cone.
Correct Ball Toss
- Ensure a consistent and accurate ball toss.
- Place your feet in the correct position for stability and balance.
- Use the hammer grip for an effective service.
- Perform a full pronation during the stroke.
- Ensure a good follow-through for maximum power.
Execution
- Divide the players into groups of 2 or 3 and position them on the left side of the court.
- Give each player a tennis ball.
- At the start signal, the first player from each group runs with a ball to the right side of the court.
- Upon reaching the other side, the player places the ball outside the line and runs back as quickly as possible.
- The next player in the group repeats the action with his or her ball.
- When all balls are on the right side and the last player is back with the group, the relay is finished.
- The group whose last player returns first wins.
Preparation
- Use half a court.
- Place cones on the baseline with a tennis ball on top.
- Place an equal number of cones at the net.
- Have the players run with the tennis ball to the opposite cone.
- Let them place the ball on the cone for 2 seconds.
- Have them pick up the ball again and run back to the starting cone.
Execution
- Place the players in a line next to each other. Approximately 1 metre in front of them, place a tennis ball on the ground.
- Have them stand with their feet slightly apart.
- Quick steps - dribbling - on the spot.
- On the trainer's signal, while dribbling, they perform the following actions:
- Hands on the knees.
- Hands on the toes.
- Hands on the shoulders.
- Hands forward.
- Hands in the air.
- When the trainer shouts "Ball!", they must grab the ball as quickly as possible.
- Repeat and vary the commands for variety.
Execution
- Have the players stand in a line behind the baseline.
- Let them make lateral close steps one by one within the tramlines.
- Then they run along the net.
- Use an agility ladder for extra challenge.
- Repeat the sequence a few times.
Execution
- The players stand in the centre of the court.
- One player delivers the ball using their foot, ensuring the ball bounces in a service box.
- The other player is required to approach the net.
- For a lower level: do not approach the net.
Execution
- A backhand is indicated.
- The player alternates playing in one zone and then in the other.
Game Rules
- Players compete in singles or doubles, each holding a racket.
- A hoop is placed in the centre between the teams.
- A baby ball (purple ball) is used, and players must hit the ball into the hoop each time.
- If the opponents cannot return the ball and it bounces twice, the other team scores a point.
- Players may pass to each other but must not obstruct.
- Players move continuously around their hoop to create different angles for the opponent.
- Start with singles, then progress to doubles.
- First, play the ball upwards to yourself and then attempt to score (singles).
- Receive the ball from the opponents, play it upwards (pass to a teammate), and the teammate must play the ball into the hoop (doubles).
Challenge
- Which pair can hit the ball over the net with the forehand the most times within a set period?
- You may count every successful forehand stroke.
- If the ball goes out, you do not need to start over; you may continue counting.
- Play using only the backhand.
- Use both techniques.
Execution
- The players stand in pairs facing each other outside the circle area.
- The circle area is marked with strips, cones, or small markers.
- At the trainer's start signal, they try to tag each other.
- They may only move sideways using side steps.
- Due to health guidelines: Hold a racket in hand and tag with it.
- The goal is to be the first to score 3 points.
Objective
- Which pair can play the ball over the net the most independently?
- The players stand close to the net. Two hoops are placed between both players, approximately one meter apart.
- Try to bounce the ball into each other's hoop. Who has the most hits?
- Increase the distance between the players. Each player on one side of the net, with two hoops on each side of the net. Play the ball over the net and try to bounce the ball into the other hoop.