Serena WilliamsTeaches Tennis
ADVANCED TENNIS TECHNIQUES
Step up your game with two hours of the techniques, drills, and mental skills that made Serena the best in the world.
100% EXCLUSIVE CONTENT
For the first time, Serena Williams teaches you everything she has learned. Only available through MasterClass.
Learn Serena's Technique
Serena Williams, the world’s #1 ranked women's tennis player and winner of 23 Grand Slam singles titles, teaches you tennis and reveals the secrets of her game. This is as close as you can get to a private lesson with one of the world’s greatest tennis players.
Video Lessons
2+ hours of video lessons with Serena covering everything including core techniques, pro-style fitness drills, and improving your mental game.
Serve Breakdown
The class is paired with a 15-page workbook to help you add power to your serve and hit more aces.
Office Hours
Submit videos of your forehand for feedback from other students taking the class (and possibly Serena herself!).
Lesson Plan
- 01
Introduction - Focus and Desire
Whether you’re a beginner or a budding champion, Serena Williams can teach you how to improve your game on and off the court.
- 02
Groundstrokes I
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.
- 03
Mastering Groundstrokes
Master baseline play with advanced footwork, backhand and troubleshooting techniques that Serena uses to challenge any opponent.
- 04
Controlling The Court
Serena teaches you how to turn defense into offense, when to anticipate and react, and how to open up the court for easy winners.
- 05
Mental Toughness
Serena Williams believes that tennis is 70% mental. Learn how to dig deep in tough situations from a player known for impossible comebacks.
- 06
Advanced Net Play
Serena rarely comes to the net, but when she does, she makes it count. Learn proper approach, volley, and smash techniques.
- 07
Training Like a Pro
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.
- 08
Preparing for Game Day
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.
- 09
Making Of A Winner
Serena’s run of titles is otherworldly, but it all started with goals, heroes, and a lot of practice.
- 10
Mastering The Serve
Serena’s serve is legendary. Weaponize your serve as Serena teaches you the mechanics that power 128mph of pure genius.
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