Martin C.

Welcome! At Martin Capdevila Tennis Lessons in Huntington, IN, I bring personalized and expert tennis coaching tailored to each student's unique abilities and goals. With a commitment to fostering both skill and passion for the game, I ensure that every lesson is engaging and effective. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or an advanced player aiming to refine your technique, I am dedicated to helping you excel on the court. Let’s take your tennis game to the next level!

Teaching Specialties
- Customized Coaching: Focus on the player’s skill level, from beginner to advanced. Adapt drills, techniques, and strategies to the student's ability and goals.
- Technical Fundamentals: Emphasize building a strong foundation in strokes (forehand, backhand, serve, volley) with proper grip, stance, and follow-through.
- Footwork and Movement:Teach the importance of positioning and movement to anticipate shots, improve speed, and maintain balance during play.
- Mental Toughness:Work on mental strategies to stay focused during matches, manage pressure, and remain confident.
- Tactical Development: Teach court positioning, shot selection, and point construction to improve match play and competitive strategy.

Key Emphases
- Consistency: Stress the importance of consistency in strokes, especially during rallies.
- Precision Over Power: Encourage players to prioritize accuracy and control before focusing on power.
- Form Over Force: Correct poor habits and help players use efficient techniques to avoid injury and enhance performance.
- Adaptability: Encourage players to adjust their game to different opponents and conditions (weather, court surfaces).
- Fitness and Endurance: Highlight the importance of physical conditioning, agility, and stamina.

Lesson Structure
- Warm-Up: Start with dynamic stretches, footwork drills, and light rallying to get players loose and focused.
- Technical Drills: Focus on one or two specific skills per session, such as groundstrokes or serves, using repetitive drills to reinforce muscle memory.
- Tactical Drills: Implement point play drills where players work on game strategies and match scenarios.
- Feedback and Adjustment: Offer real-time feedback, correcting form, and making adjustments during the lesson.
- Match Play Simulation: End the lesson with point play or match simulation to put the learned skills into a real-world context.
- Cool Down and Reflection: Finish with light stretching and a review of what was covered, encouraging the player to focus on key takeaways for the next session.

Overall Focus
Your style should aim to balance technical instruction with fun and motivation, helping players enjoy the process while seeing noticeable improvements in their game.