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PLATINUM VIDEOS
Intermediate Level
Intermediate level videos give step-by-step instructions for valuable strokes, such as forehand topspin against backspin, short push and backhand punch. The tutorials explain the strengths and weaknesses of each different shot as well as how it fits into the bigger picture of your game.
The Achilles heel of so many players - learn your best serve return options
William clarifies the difference between good and poor shot timing
William's favourite footwork exercise works very well on the shadowplay table.
Both players must be active and working hard in this control exercise.
Shadowplay is extremely useful for improving your footwork, movement and table tennis strength.
Improve your footwork with this classic Swedish exercise - with or without partner.
Practice taking the upper hand by forcing the opponent into the open game.
Understand the pros and cons of using soft, springy German Tensor rubbers.
Practice stepping out quickly after your first attack to follow up strongly.
Find out which type of player should stand where when returning serve.
Develop your killer forehand topspin with good timing, acceleration and mechanics.
Recovering after playing a forehand to a central posistion is vital for this exercise.
Being able to quickly adjust your shots is the key to succeeding with this exercise.
Improve your short game while keeping ready to topspin any ball that is long.
Start to handle shots that land anywhere on the table with this tough irregular exercise.
Dominate the backhand to backhand game and you'll dominate the match.
A tough footwork exercise that will strengthen your movements and technique.
This exercise will sharpen up your efficiency and movements after serving.
Learning to control your topspins is essential for the X's and H's Intermediate exercise.
Get to know your best options for successfully returning backspin serves.
We'll introduce the concept of high throw and low throw equipment.
Learn about the pros and cons of famous traditional Japanese rubbers like Mark V and Sriver.
A tactically important shot that can change the whole face of the game. Learn the secret of spinny looping.
Learn how to hold your racket and move your arm, wrist and hand for the different service options.
Strengthen your defenses by improving your kick block. You'll be a better player and better training partner for it.
Frustrated by your opponent's short shots? Improve your flick and dominate the short game.
Having problems topspinning against chops and pushes? Learn to loop against backspin with speed and spin.
Ever wondered how the top players serve the reverse serve? We reveal the secrets behind this advanced serve.
Want a powerful backhand punch to put holes in your opponent's defences? Our backhand punch video is the one for you!
The short push is both a defensive and offensive shot that is necessary to master if you want to play high level table tennis. Mastering this shot WILL improve your game and ensure winning results time and time again.
Long pushing is a basic building block of table tennis but its importance is often overlooked. This video demonstrates the different timing options and how you can vary the spin, height and speed of your pushes.
Timing, relaxation and flexible moving parts are all key components of this shot.
The backhand topspin against block is one of my favourite shots and it's versatile.
Watch by series:
Basic Level
Intermediate Level
Advanced Level
The Edge
Ask The Coach
ttEDGE 2021
ttEDGE 2020
Learning Table Tennis Series
Drilling Table Tennis Series
Executing Table Tennis Shots
Playing Table Tennis Points
Receiver's Edge
Multiball Series
Watch by category:
Forehand Counterhit
Backhand Counterhit
Forehand Topspin
Backhand Topspin
Blocking
Pushing
Flicking
General Serving
Backspin Serve
Topspin Serve
Pendulum Serve
Punch Tomahawk Serve
Reverse Serve
Returning Serve
Footwork
Drills
Tactics
Psychology
Equipment
