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Tennis fans never have to wait too long for another gift after the holiday season. The Australian Open takes place annually in January, kicking off the new year with the first of four Grand Slam tournaments. Melbourne, Australia serves as the host site for an event that set an attendance record last year for a […]
A volley in tennis is a unique shot that every tennis player should have in his or her skill set. Volleys require the player to hit the ball before it bounces on the court. That means a player has to anticipate his or her opponents shot and get into an advantageous position. Similar to forehands […]
By definition, a rally in tennis is the exchange of shots between players. Sounds simple, right? Well, in the early stages of a tennis player’s development starting a rally can be one of the toughest things to accomplish. With the help of our TGA coaches and a few drills, beginner students continue to work toward being […]
One of the most common things TGA tennis coaches see with beginners is a student miss the ball entirely on a swing. While a variety of variables can cause this outcome, the first thing to correct is often the student’s grip. Proper technique on how to hold a tennis racquet may seem simple at first, […]
Whether you’ve just won your very first point in an after-school tennis class, or are considered one of the best tennis players of all-time, it’s important to stay humble. How a player handles winning and losing says a lot about them as a person. “Make Sure you’re very courageous: be strong, be extremely kind, and […]
In case you missed it, almost 400 TGA students were featured in the July issue of USPTA’s ADDvantage Magazine for reaching the black level in TGA’s tennis enrichment program. This is an awesome accomplishment for these students — it signifies dedication to the game, a deep understanding of the fundamentals of tennis, and that they’re ready for […]
Clay season is in full swing and Roland Garros, also known as the French Open, is here. The French Open is one of the four major tournaments in tennis and presents an opportunity to discuss interesting tennis trivia and educational topics in our classes, including history, how the court surface affects play, and geography. Geography La Ville Lumière (The City of Light) – […]
We’re excited to announce that we’ve teamed up with our friends at HEAD Penn Racquet Sports to provide two lucky winners with a one-week scholarship* to one of the top sleep-away tennis camps in the country at The John Newcombe Tennis Ranch in Texas. The camp welcomes players of all skill levels, ages 8-18, and include […]
TGA specializes in introductory programs that focus on building the fundamentals and a passion for the sport for beginner and intermediate players. Our partners at the USPTA have a comprehensive service that can help those players looking to take their game to the next level. If you’re interested in more advanced instruction, check out the […]
