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The Forehand

Understanding the fundamentals of a stroke will give you the mastery to correct mistakes on the fly. In incredible detail, Denis takes you step by step through the fundamental keys to the forehand that will give you consistent depth, control, and confidence.

The One-Handed Backhand

A good one-handed backhand requires hours of practice and repetition to master. Denis is here to help you shorten that learning curve by breaking down the most important fundamental keys to a successful and dominant one-handed backhand.

The Jump One-Handed Backhand

A shot that started as a fun and flashy way to end a point in practice has turned into Denis’ signature move on the biggest stages of tennis. Learn how to master the jump backhand and add your own flare to your game.

The Deep End

Depth on your groundstrokes keeps your opponent on their heels and gives you the advantage to dictate. Denis shares a drill that has helped him throughout his career to find depth on his groundstrokes in practice that will translate to the match court.

Slice or Bust

Mastery of the slice requires creativity, feel, and control. Denis takes you through a drill that will get you comfortable creating more variety with your slice than you ever have before.

Episode 1: Family Passion

Meet your new instructor; the high flying Canadian, Denis Shapovalov. Like most professionals, Denis’ introduction to the game came at an early age but under the watchful eye of his mother.

Episode 2: Midnight Madness

There was no shortage of passion or the occasional tantrum on the tennis court for a young Denis. Denis shares memories with one of his first coaches that helped him harness that passion to fuel his work ethic.

Episode 3: Train For the Future

In the search for instant results and success, many young players lose out on the opportunity to develop areas of their game that will pay off in the long run. Denis shares his advice on training and practicing with the future in mind.

Episode 4: Trust What Got You There

Early in his junior career Denis did not receive the federation support that some young up and coming Canadian players received. As his success continued to grow, those doors began to open but rather than assimilate to their system, Denis stuck with the support system that got him there.

Episode 5: Coping With a New Life

Transitioning to the professional tour is a difficult task for any player, let alone a teenager bursting onto the scene. Denis shares his experiences early in his career that had him questioning if this is what he really wanted.

Episode 6: Living a Dream in Montreal

Entering the tournament ranked outside the top 140 in the world, Denis’ world was turned upside down after the 2017 Roger Cup. From saving 4 match points in the first round to beating Juan Martin del Potro and Rafeal Nadal, Denis shares his experience from that whirlwind experience in front of his home crowd.

Episode 7: Find Your Fire

Confidence can be fleeting for a tennis player after a tough loss or a rough patch of tournaments. Denis shares his take on how he maintains his confidence through the tough times and strategies he employs to do so.

Episode 8: Mind Tactics

Competing at any level of tennis requires a strong mental game. Denis shares his approach to the mental side of the game and methods that you can employ to keep improving your mental game.

Episode 9: Enjoy the Work to Get to the Spoils

Through his young career, Denis actively reminds himself to stay grounded, enjoy the process of getting better, and staying in the moment. Through that lens he provides his advice to those watching and especially the junior players out there dreaming of joining him one day on the pro tour.

Elbow Away, Body Forward, Chest Over the Ball

3 Keys to the Forehand

Step One On the One-Handed Backhand

Positive Internal Self Talk

Jump, Swing, Land

Trick Your Mind Out of Nerves

3 Essential Thoughts For Every Practice

Drop the Wrist and Extend to Your Target

Chest Over the Ball and Moving Forward

Stay Patient, Stay Calm

Patience For the Right Ball

How to Find Depth

Create Space With Your Shoulder Turn

Dip and Pass

Warm Up With Depth

Importance of Depth

Drag the Racquet Towards the Target

Balance and Posture Through the Air

Adjust for Take Off

Weapon of Choice

The racquet is a tennis player’s most vital piece of equipment. Learn what the pros play with and more importantly, why.

Fuel

Nutrition is a key to performance and varies for each player. Denis shares how he optimized his nutrition for his goals.

Preparation

Athletes are creatures of habit. Learn how the pros prepare for their biggest matches.