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Serena Williams

Whether you’re a beginner or a budding champion, Serena Williams can teach you how to improve your game on and off the court.

1. Introduction - Focus and Desire

Introduction - Focus and Desire

Consistency is key in tennis. Experience the drills Serena’s father ran for her as a kid—drills she still runs every day as a pro.

2. Groundstrokes I

Groundstrokes I

Master baseline play with advanced footwork, backhand and troubleshooting techniques that Serena uses to challenge any opponent.

3. Mastering Groundstrokes

Mastering Groundstrokes

Serena teaches you how to turn defense into offense, when to anticipate and react, and how to open up the court for easy winners.

4. Controlling The Court

Controlling The Court

Serena Williams believes that tennis is 70% mental. Learn how to dig deep in tough situations from a player known for impossible comebacks.

5. Mental Toughness

Mental Toughness

Serena rarely comes to the net, but when she does, she makes it count. Learn proper approach, volley, and smash techniques.

6. Advanced Net Play

Advanced Net Play

The average women’s professional tennis match lasts two hours, but Serena trains to play all-out for four. Here she reveals her tips for staying in top shape, her pro drills, and how to keep it fun while putting in the hard work.

7. Training Like a Pro

Training Like a Pro

Serena starts a big match before she even steps out onto the court. Learn the physical and mental routines that take Serena to the Grand Slams over and over again.

8. Preparing for Game Day

Preparing for Game Day

Serena’s run of titles is otherworldly, but it all started with goals, heroes, and a lot of practice.

9. Making Of A Winner

Making Of A Winner

Serena’s serve is legendary. Weaponize your serve as Serena teaches you the mechanics that power 128mph of pure genius.

10. Mastering The Serve

Mastering The Serve

Serena Williams Teaches Tennis

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