In the final episode of the My Tennis Coaching podcast for 2024, the host reviews a year filled with both success and challenges in the world of tennis coaching.

Key topics include the importance of goal setting, the experience of speaking at national coaching conferences, the relaunch of a content-rich membership website, and strategic shifts in social media presence.

The episode also touches on the personal challenges faced, such as losing players due to coaching philosophy differences, the emotional and psychological burnout of intensive coaching, and balancing family life.

Looking forward, the host sets ambitious goals for 2025, focusing on speaking at international conferences, enhancing the community aspect of the website, and potentially influencing coaching practices on a national level. 00:00 Reflecting on a Year of Tennis Coaching 00:26 The Importance of Goal Setting 01:41 Achieving Major Goals in 2024 14:23 Challenges and Lessons Learned 28:30 Looking Ahead to 2025

Reflecting on the British Tennis Coach Association National Coaches Conference In this podcast episode, host Steve Whelan reflects on his experience presenting at the British Tennis Coach Association (BTCA) National Coaches Conference in Northampton. He discusses the challenges and highlights of delivering a tennis lesson in front of international coaches and peers, focusing on the serve using his methodology rooted in ecological dynamics and constraint-led approach. Steve also shares insights from other presenters at the conference, his motivations for speaking, and the overall importance of independent tennis coaching conferences. Finally, he invites listeners to comment if they want access to his full presentation video and teases future plans for his coaching podcast. 00:00 Introduction to the Conference Experience 01:01 Setting Goals and Achievements 01:53 The Importance of Speaking at Conferences 02:40 Ecological Dynamics and Coaching Philosophy 05:43 Focusing on the Serve 07:14 Personal Story and Coaching Evolution 08:13 Practical Coaching Techniques 11:11 Reflections on the Presentation 21:45 Insights from Other Presenters 27:56 The Value of Independent Conferences 31:27 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

Live Tennis Coaching Q&A: Techniques, Collaboration, and Coaching Challenges In this live tennis coaching session, the host experiments with YouTube's live streaming to answer questions from the tennis community. The session covers a variety of topics, including how to collaborate with coaches, the importance of education for players and parents, and the challenges of coordinating with club committees. The coach also critiques traditional coaching methods like shadow swings and solo practice, emphasizing the need for realistic, dynamic training environments. Additionally, the discussion touches on the logistics and costs of indoor tennis courts, communication challenges with young players, and the impact of AI on lesson planning. The live Q&A offers valuable insights and practical advice for both coaches and players. 00:00 Introduction and Experimentation with YouTube Live 00:42 Answering Instagram Community Questions 01:33 Collaborating with Different Coaching Methodologies 04:46 Challenges of Young Players Using Yellow Balls 07:57 Implicit vs Explicit Coaching Approaches 10:32 Access to Indoor Tennis Courts 17:54 Communicating with Young Players 20:46 Using AI for Tennis Coaching 23:29 Dealing with Club Committees 24:08 Challenges of Tennis Coaching in Clubs 24:41 Managing Upwards: Educating Club Committees 26:22 Respect and Performance Indicators 28:44 Balancing Coaching Programs and Club Resources 30:15 The Debate on Shadow Swings 32:08 The Science Behind Effective Tennis Training 38:22 Practical Tips for Coaches 45:19 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans