Beginning Table Tennis

featuring Christian Lillieroos and Eric Owens

What you’ll learn
Master fundamental table tennis skills like grip, timing, and serve tactics through structured lessons and drills.
Understand both singles and doubles game play dynamics, including rules and strategies, to enhance overall game performance.
Benefit from expert insights and tips from coaches Lillieroos and Owens to refine techniques and elevate playing levels.
Establish a strong table tennis foundation for beginners and provide players and coaches with detailed strategies for improvement.

Requirements
There are no requirements or prerequisites for taking this course.

Description
This comprehensive program, meticulously crafted by renowned table tennis experts Christian Lillieroos and Eric Owens, offers a rich tapestry of invaluable skills and strategic insights tailored specifically for beginning-level players. Through a systematic approach, Lillieroos and Owens adeptly guide students towards mastering the fundamentals while simultaneously honing advanced techniques, ensuring a well-rounded development in the sport. Delving into crucial aspects such as grip refinement, off-table drills, engaging group activities, precision timing, nuanced technique enhancement, and the intricate dynamics of serves, serve returns, as well as the nuanced rules and strategies for both doubles and singles matches, this video serves as a veritable treasure trove of knowledge for enthusiasts embarking on their table tennis journey. However, its utility extends beyond novices; seasoned players and coaches alike will find ample substance within its contents to further fine-tune their craft and elevate their performance to new heights. Christian Lillieroos, with his illustrious tenure as the former coach at Texas Wesleyan University and certification as a National Coach by USA Table Tennis, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the program. Notably recognized as the USATT Coach of the Year for 1997 and 2002, Lillieroos’s contributions to the sport are invaluable. Complementing his prowess is Eric Owens, a stalwart of the US Table Tennis team, whose accolades include a US Men’s Singles Championship, Pan American Gold Medal, North American Doubles Championship, and an impressive four-time College Men’s Singles Championship title. Together, Lillieroos and Owens form a dynamic duo, dedicated to empowering players of all levels with the tools and knowledge necessary to thrive in the world of table tennis.

Overview
Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Grip and Off Table Drills

Lecture 3 Round Table Tennis

Lecture 4 Timing

Lecture 5 Technique

Lecture 6 The Serve

Lecture 7 The Serve Return

Lecture 8 Rules for Doubles

Lecture 9 Rules for Singles

Lecture 10 Closing Comments

Beginning table tennis players, coaches and PE teachers will find this course content valuable.