Forehand Strike

Forehand strike

A forehand strike is a fundamental hitting technique used in racquet sports such as tennis, badminton, and squash. It involves striking the ball or shuttlecock with the palm-facing side of the racquet-hand. The forehand strike is versatile and is often used for both defensive and offensive plays.

Teaching tips

Use KIDDO’s teaching tips to help children develop their forehand strike: 

  • Ready: Stand side on to the ball and knees bent
  • Reach to the wall: Racquet pulled way back
  • Step: With the opposite foot when contacting the ball
  • Follow through: Reach over shoulder on opposite side of body

Hitting against a wall is great way to develop the forehand strike at home.

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