Wednesday, 19 June 2013

Quality Racquetball Instruction Produces The Best Players

By Lila Barry


Racquetball is a highly active game that can be lots of fun and great exercise. Those who have not played it before should receive proper racquetball instruction in order to make it a safer and more enjoyable experience. Learning the basic plays and rules is the best place to start, and gradually one can develop his or her own playing style which takes into account their major strengths.

The best instructor is someone who not only loves the game, but also has a lot of knowledge about how it is to be played. Not every person who teaches the game will be in agreement with each other, some will have opposing viewpoints regarding certain plays etc. The student should choose a coach whom he or she can easily understand in order to get the most out of the experience.

Both experienced and new players can stand to gain from a coach's guidance. Those who are learning how to play will have a better understanding of the game and develop a better way of playing if they learn from a pro than if they try to learn by themselves. A coach plays a vital role in a player's development, serving as a guide and mentor who can both motivate and correct the student when called for.

When looking for just the right coach, there are different ways to find one. Asking others who play the game, checking out local health clubs, and searching the internet can all be helpful. Attending a racquetball camp is another possibility. The student will take part in several days training and practice, and may then speak to some of the instructors and find out if they offer individual lessons.

A player may want to try one lesson from several prospective instructors and then choose the best one. Although this does not offer a very comprehensive picture of the coach's abilities. Taking a series of lessons and evaluating the success of the training at the end by how much one has learned and developed in terms of skills is really the best way to assess this.

A good reason to get proper instruction is to avoid injuries. Many racquetball injuries occur from simply not knowing the correct body mechanics, such as how to swing or grip the racquet. Repeatedly practicing the right technique can reduce the strain on one's joints, muscles, and tendons and prevent post-game aches and pains.

Ensuring that one has proper equipment is another important aspect of safe play. An instructor will make sure that his or her students have all pieces which are necessary before they begin lessons. This includes protective eyewear, and rubber-soled, round-edged shoes for the court. A racquet must also be properly matched to the player's body type and have the right string tension.

The student who is receiving racquetball instruction needs to constantly practice what he or she has been taught in order to get better. A unique playing style will inevitably begin to develop as most players continue to learn and practice, and most can play well against another person in about three months time. Once the student has mastered the game, he or she and the instructor can feel a sense of accomplishment and pride.




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