Attacking zones – 1 day training camp

In this training camp, you will massively improve the effectiveness of your attacking game by targeting the main attacking zones – the backhand corner, the forehand corner and the crossover position. If you can consistently hit these three zones, your attacks will be much stronger and you’ll win many more points. We will also look at how to hit very wide attacks on both the forehand side and the backhand side. This is an essential session for any player wanting to develop a stronger attacking game.

  • Date: Friday 21 February 2025
  • Venue: Kelsey Kerridge Sports Centre, Queen Anne Terrace, Cambridge, CB1 1NA
  • Start / finish time: 10am-3pm (5 hours)
  • Coach: Tom Lodziak + guest coach
  • Participants: Maximum of 10 players
  • Cost: £70
  • BOOKING FORM – Sign up for this training camp

What will you learn?

Here’s what to expect from this training camp…

10am-10.15am – Warm-up

10.15am-12.15pm –  Attacking the corners … Learn how to consistently attack your opponent’s backhand corner and forehand corner. We will look at both diagonal attacks and parallel attacks. 

12.15pm-12.45 – Lunch & chat with Tom

12.45pm-2.45pm – Attacking the crossover and wide angles  … Learn how to attack your opponent’s crossover position (i.e. the playing elbow). This is a key attacking zone which can win a lot of points. You’ll also learn how to hit very wide attacks, with both your forehand and backhand. 

2.45pm-3pm – Debrief / cool-down


Who is this coaching day suitable for?

This training camp is suitable for players at an intermediate (and above) standard. You should already be able to do a backspin serve, topspin serve, forehand push, backhand push, forehand drive and backhand drive.

This training camp is not suitable for complete beginners. Instead, I recommend 1-to-1 coaching. If you are unsure whether this training camp is suitable for you, please email me with more information about your playing standard and I will advise.


How many participants will there be?

There will be a maximum of 10 players on this training camp. You will get the opportunity to play with different people throughout the day. You will also get plenty of individual feedback from myself when you do the training exercises. You will experience a positive coaching environment, joined by like-minded table tennis enthusiasts!


Venue

This training camp will take place at Kelsey Kerridge Sports Centre, Queen Anne Terrace, Cambridge, CB1 1NA. 

Kelsey Kerridge is approx 15 minute walk from Cambridge train station. 

If travelling by car, there is a multi-story car park next to Kelsey Kerridge. Please note that there is a charge to use this car park. Full details here.

Alternatively, there are several Park & Ride sites in Cambridge, which will drop you off a few minutes walk from Kelsey Kerridge. More information here.


Visit Cambridge

If you live in another part of the UK (or another country), you could combine this training camp with a short weekend break to Cambridge. Play table tennis on Friday, and explore the picturesque university city on Saturday and Sunday. There is a lot to see and do. Find out what’s on in Cambridge on the Visit Cambridge website.  


How to book

If you would like to join this training camp, please complete this online booking form.

The cost is £70. Please note that lunch is not provided. You will need to bring food and drink with you.

When I receive your booking form, I will then confirm your place by email and give you information on how to pay. 

In the event that you register and then need to cancel, my cancellation and refund policy will apply.

If you want any more information before you book, then please email me – tom@tabletenniscoach.me.uk


Can’t make this date?

If you can’t make this training camp, there are other options available. Take a look at the full list here

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