The Prodigy Maker Show: Recent Episodes
Chris Lewit
Internationally recognized author and junior development coach. Former #1 for Cornell University and Pro Circuit player
Chris discusses the pitfalls players, parents and coaches face when trying to fix or build world-class technique.
Show Notes to come.
Chris discusses his serve philosophy and technical system. He answers technical questions from viewers and shares his insight from years in the trenches about how to build world class mechanics on the serve.
Chris also shares some memories of his early apprenticeship with legendary Israeli coach Gilad Bloom, and how Gilad helped shaped Chris's evolution as a technician.
Learn Chris's unique method to building the serve, key reference points and his developmental priorities.
Also learn about Chris unique ONE SERVE philosophy.
Necesito El Ritmo - The Importance Of Rhythm In The Spanish Method
“Necesito el ritmo,”—“I need (the) rhythm”—is a common phrase heard on the tennis court in Spain, both from players and coaches. Rhythm, cadence, timing, and control are essential aspects of the Spanish style of training.
What is rhythm and why is it important in Spain? How do you achieve good rhythm? Let’s explore Spanish rhythm in more detail!
Join top junior coach Chris Lewit to discuss this topic and more and learn about the Spanish Way.
Chris discusses his perspective on how to develop a world-class volley. The show is about philosophy and also delves into the key technical areas to develop in junior players.
Show notes to come
Curious about how the best coaches in Spain develop the volley?
Secrets of Spanish Tennis author, Chris Lewit, shares his insights into developing the volley the Spanish Way, a rarely discussed topic. Chris discusses the principles and philosophy used in Spain when building the net and transition game.
Chris busts myths about Spanish players and their ability at the net. Yes--Spanish players can volley well!
Learn about the Spanish principles Chris has gleaned from some of the greatest tennis minds in Spain such as Lluis Bruguera, Toni Nadal, Pato Alvarez and Jose Higueras.
Show Notes to come!
Vamos!
Should My Kid Play Up?
Chris discusses an article he has been working on for New York Tennis Magazine.
He discusses the two most common perspectives on playing up in junior tennis and shares his insight into this thorny issue.
Do the best phenoms in the world always play up against older and stronger opponents? Is it possible to become a champion while playing mostly kids your age and level? Tune in to learn more!
Complete show notes to follow