2012 Tennis Europe Coaches Conference powered by Polar

This page contains files relating to the Tennis Europe Coaches Conference, which was hosted by the Finnish Tennis Association in Helsinki, from 24-28 October 2012.

General Information

Fact Sheet | Programme

Photos

Gallery | Download zip file (94MB)

Below you can find information relating to the speakers and their chosen topics. Where possible, clicking the name of the speaker will provide their professional background, clicking the title of the topic will give you the presentation itself, and clicking 'Abstract' will provide a summary of the presentation.

Day 1: Teaching Methodology (Motor Learning - Skill Acquisition)

Olli Mäenpää (Tennis Europe) - Opening & Tennis Europe Update

Toni Roponen (Polar) - Endurance training in skill oriented sports | Abstract

Keith Reynolds (GBR) - The 'Toolkit' Principles of effective coaching | Abstract (on-court presentation)

Kenneth Bastiaens (BEL) - Playing 'on the edge' | Abstract

Wolfgang Schollhorn (GER) - Differential training in tennis [file pending] | Abstract

Group Discussions - Recommended Reading:

'Tennis Coaching in Era of Dynamic Systems' by Miguel Crespo | 'Skill Acquisition in Tennis' by Reid/Crespo/Lay/Berry

Group Discussions - Summary

Day 2: Conditioning for Tennis

Dave Miley (ITF) - Overview

Jarmo Ahonen (FIN) - Improving serve through power training | Abstract

Jaime Fernandez (ESP) - High intensity training in tennis | Abstract

Nicolas Perrotte (FRA) - Consequence of tennis practice on pelvic stability | Abstract

Fredrik Johansson (SWE) - Testing in conditioning | Abstract

Day 3: Developing Advanced Juniors

Johan Sjögren (SWE) - Common denominators of former Swedish top players

Keith Reynolds (GBR) - Encouraging self-motivated hard work | Abstract

Tatiana Ivanova (RUS) - Specifics of Tennis 10's implementation in Russia | Abstract

Jürg Bühler (SUI) - Psychological preparation for 14 & Under players | Abstract

Oivind Sorvald (NOR) - Improving tactics through video analysis | Abstract

Kenneth Bastiaens (BEL) - From observation to application | Abstract

Doug MacCurdy (USA) - From tactical to technical development | Abstract

Upcoming Events of Interest

ITF Play and Stay Seminar, London (GBR) 27-30 November 2012.

Recommended for the persons responsible for participation at national tennis federations. Further info

Cardio Tennis Global Training Conference, London (GBR) 26 November 2012.

For tennis and fitness professionals interested in Cardio Tennis. Further infoRegister

Australian Grand Slam Coaches Conference, Melbourne (AUS), 10-13 January 2013

Welcoming coaches of all levels, the conference will provide delegates with the latest in training techniques, programs, and management tips allowing delegates to explore the theme -  ‘Developing Expertise’ and stay ahead of the game. Sessions will be lead by high profile speakers including Beni Linder and Toni Nadal, and consist of on court demonstrations, off court presentations and practical workshops. Further info (2 for 1 registrations for international delegates).