Tennis with Carlos Rodriguez
💰$75 weekly lessons
Beyond rallies and volleys, I've spent 24 years sharing the strategic brilliance and joy of tennis. As an experienced player, I'm dedicated to nurturing your potential, whether you're picking up a racket for the first time or aiming for a competitive edge. Let's elevate your game together.
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Teaches: Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: West Palm Beach, Florida
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Happy Student Score: Not available
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 2 lessons
Accomplishments
🎾4.5 NTRP
🏅Experienced Player
➕Coaching My 16 year old and 6 year old .
Reviews
Total reviews2
Average rating
5.0
Holly Finley
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 20
Carlos is very patient and communicates effectively
Sam and Nate
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 3
Carlos was awesome !!!!!
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:6 courts available
Lake Lytal Park
3645 Gun Club Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33406, USA
933.3 miles awayOutdoors
Camelia Park
6845 Seminole Palms Dr, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411, USA
931.3 miles awayOutdoors
Oaks Park
Gardens East Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33410
922.9 miles awayOutdoors
Juno Park
2090 Juno Rd, North Palm Beach, FL 33408, USA
921.3 miles awayOutdoors
Kelsey Park
725 Lake Shore Dr, Lake Park, FL 33403
925.3 miles awayOutdoors
The Gardens North County District Park
5101 117th Ct N
921.2 miles awayOutdoors
Availability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.sundays
8 AM - 8 PM
mondays
8 AM - 8 PM
tuesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
wednesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
thursdays
8 AM - 8 PM
fridays
8 AM - 8 PM
saturdays
8 AM - 8 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lesson🎾 Beginner Level: Building Fundamentals
Goals:
Establish proper grip and stance.
Learn basic strokes: forehand, backhand, and serve.
Develop hand-eye coordination and footwork.
Key Drills:
Shadow Swings: Practice strokes without a ball to focus on form.
Wall Rally: Hit the ball against a wall to improve timing and consistency.
Mini Tennis: Play within the service boxes to control power and placement.
Recommended Video:
Beginner Tennis Lesson | Forehand, Backhand & Serve
🎯 Intermediate Level: Enhancing Skills
Top 5 Tennis Drills For Intermediate Players
Lesson 11+Playing Sets , Rallying , Review of all lessons
Lesson 4-10Advanced Level: Mastering the Game
Goals:
Refine advanced techniques and shot selection.
Develop strategic play and mental toughness.
Enhance physical conditioning specific to tennis.
Key Drills:
Pattern Play: Practice specific shot sequences to simulate match scenarios.
Pressure Drills: Train under simulated match pressure to improve decision-making.
Footwork Circuits: Incorporate agility drills to enhance court coverage.
Recommended Video:
Lesson 2-3Goals:
Improve shot consistency and accuracy.
Introduce topspin and slice techniques.
Develop basic strategies for match play.
Key Drills:
Cross-Court Rally: Focus on maintaining rallies diagonally to control depth and angle.
Serve and Return Practice: Alternate serving and returning to build reliability.
Approach and Volley: Practice transitioning to the net and executing volleys.
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonServe & Return Mastery, Strength Training
On-Court (2 hours):
Serve Variations: Practice slice, kick, and flat serves to different targets.
Return Drills: Work on returning various serve types with emphasis on depth and placement.
Off-Court (1 hour):
Strength Training: Focus on compound movements like squats, deadlifts, and bench presses to build overall power.
Core Exercises: Incorporate planks, Russian twists, and medicine ball throws.
Speed Training: Short sprints and reaction time exercises.
Match Simulation, Recovery & Mobility
On-Court (2 hours):
Practice Matches: Play full sets focusing on implementing strategies and maintaining intensity.
Video Recording: Analyze performance for areas of improvement.
Off-Court (1 hour):
Recovery Session: Foam rolling, massage, and hydrotherapy.
Mobility Drills: Yoga sequences and dynamic stretches.
Saturday: Endurance Drills, Mental Toughness Training
On-Court (2 hours):
Extended Rallies: Engage in long baseline rallies to build stamina.
Pressure Drills: Practice under simulated high-pressure situations.
Off-Court (1 hour):
Cardiovascular Training: Long-distance running or cycling sessions.
Mental Training: Visualization techniques and mindfulness meditation.
Lesson 11+: Tactical Scenarios, Plyometric Conditioning
On-Court (2 hours):
Pattern Play: Simulate match scenarios focusing on shot selection and point construction.
Situational Drills: Practice specific game situations, such as break points and tie-breaks.
Off-Court (1 hour):
Plyometric Exercises: Box jumps, jump squats, and lateral bounds to develop explosive power.
Flexibility Work: Dynamic stretching and mobility exercises.
Lesson 4-10Net Play & Transition, Core Stability
On-Court (2 hours):
Approach Shots: Practice transitioning from baseline to net effectively.
Volley and Overhead Drills: Enhance reflexes and net coverage.
Off-Court (1 hour):
Core Stability: Exercises like bird-dogs, side planks, and stability ball routines.
Balance Training: Single-leg stands and balance board exercises.
Lesson 2-3The Groundstroke Precision, Agility & Speed
On-Court (2 hours):
Cross-Court and Down-the-Line Drills: Enhance shot accuracy and consistency.
Topspin and Slice Practice: Develop control over ball spin and trajectory.
Sportplan
TM Tennis Academy
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International Tennis Federation | ITF
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Off-Court (1 hour):
Agility Drills: Ladder drills, cone drills, and shuttle runs to improve footwork.
Youth players
Working with kidsWorking with kids takes patience and you gotta make it FUN!!!!
Working with teenagersTeenagers need to work on the mental aspect of the game and controlling emotions .
What you need to bringWater, Their Racket , Electrolytes or Bananas
What I can bringBalls and Rackets
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's
why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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