David Kemp Tennis DKT Podcast

Amazingly Fun Tennis Game is Played in France

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 08:38:03 PDT

Tim recently returned from a holiday in France, where he played David's fantastically fun quickfire tennis game called Dakete.

Nadal, Djokovic, & Federer - The Story So Far on Day 2 of Wimbledon 08

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:44:16 PDT

David summarises how his opinion on the top 3 seeds and hints that Nadal might have a weakness in his game.

Farewell Fabrice - Santoro Exits Wimbledon 2008

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 05:54:37 PDT

Fabrice Santoro fell yesterday to Andy Murray. David and Tim reflect on his magical style of play.

Old Tennis Habits Die Hard

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 05:52:33 PDT

David talks about the challenges many players face when trying to change ingrained habits.

What Happened to Federer at Roland Garros 2008?

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 09:50:18 PDT

David talks about how disappointed he was at the one sided French Open Final. What might have caused such a thrashing of the world no. 1? David has a few theories...

A Magical Wimbledon Men's Final

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 10:31:32 PDT

David reports on an amazing Wimbledon Mens Final of the 2007 championships. Federer beat Nadal to claim a fifth sucessive Wimbledon men's single title - equalling Bjorn Borg's record. Jamie Murry went on to win the mixed doubles later on in the day.

Special Wimbledon Bulletin Wed 27th June 07

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 13:35:59 PDT

In this first special Wimbledon bulletins David talks to Tim about the rainy start to this years Wimbledon. Also included are Agassi's shorts, Henman's victory of Moya, and printable cut-out masks. Enjoy.

GO GO Gonzalez Forehand!

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 01:30:49 PDT

One of David's Favourite players is Gonzalez - he's got the biggest forehand in the world. Listen to the whole MP3 by clicking the link.

Tennis Instruction Feedback

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 01:01:33 PDT

Good News for all Tennis Fans!

You can now have all your tennis related questions answered, just send me an email and or leave me a skype voicemail. These can be anything from requests for very specific coaching instructions to very general website feedback, or you may want to start a tennis debate or just get something off your chest. If you want to join in on the fun please get in touch. I want to get this tennis community going - especially the online interactive coaching.

Once the interactive coaching gets some momentum I think it will contain some really good info for tennis players. If you haven't already done so, please watch one of my tennis instruction videos. Then send us any feedback in any form you like email, skype, or send us a tennis video clip.

Serving at Club Level: Ball Action

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 09:11:32 PST

From the ready position I want to you to hold the racket at the side of your body and bring the other hand across your body to meet up with the racket. As you take the racket down, let the ball go with it, then let it divide with the ball hand going back up.

Serving at Club Level: Feet Action

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Sat, 20 Jan 2007 02:00:03 PST

As you are just about to hit the ball bring the back foot up to the front foot and then let it carry on into the court.

Special Announcement: Invitation for Coaching Requests

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Sun, 07 Jan 2007 15:41:28 PST

We are very pleased to announce that we are now accepting video submissions for interactive coaching via our podcast.

Serving at Club Level: Knee Action

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Mon, 01 Jan 2007 06:23:06 PST

Shifting your weight and bending your knees adds a rocking action and an upward surge to your service.

Serving at Club Level: Waist Action

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Mon, 01 Jan 2007 06:14:55 PST

Learn to add waist action to your service using body rotation (aka body torque). This extra power will enable you to hit ace after ace.

Serving at Club Level: Shoulder Action

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Tue, 12 Dec 2006 15:27:02 PST

Once the racket reaches the second leg the shoulder is turned outwards. This gives a smooth stroke when taking the racket out the back.

Appealing Through the Eye

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Tue, 12 Dec 2006 02:50:13 PST

David talks about the phrase "appealing through the eye" and why he will probably never be able to forget its meaning.

Serving at Club Level: Wrist Action

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 14:05:04 PST

Wrist action is a vital to a good service stroke. In this episode you can learn how to free up the wrist and allow a proper revolving action.

Serving at Club Level: Grip & Stance

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Sat, 02 Dec 2006 10:14:08 PST

As a continuation from the previous podcast, this episode shows how to start making the transition from standing facing the net to standing at the side. Grips are also part of this topic because when standing at the side the correct grip directs and spins the ball into court.

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Thu, 09 Nov 2006 12:03:54 PST

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Serving at Club Level: Styles of Strokes

noreply@blogger.com (David Kemp) — Mon, 27 Nov 2006 11:16:32 PST

This is the first of many video podcasts by David Kemp - a world class tennis coach. David has over 40 years of experience in that time has coached at all levels upto and including Davis Cup.

In this first video podcast, David talks about the best strokes for serving at club level. Hope you enjoy it.