While we dream of our next tennis holiday in the south, or perhaps are already planning it, the Patricio World Class Tennis Center. The beautiful complex of the Kalimera Kriti Hotel & Village has been undergoing expansion since the end of last year, adding a remarkable 20 new clay courts and two padel courts. Together with the existing six artificial turf courts , it will offer a tennis facility that is second to none and simply perfect for a tennis holiday. Over the next few weeks, we want to take you along on the Patricio Travel "tennis construction site" and report on the current progress in our construction diary. Here's a sneak peek: the project is right on schedule, so you start playing on the new top-of-the-line facility as early as April 1, 2023 ! It's incredible what can be achieved in such a short time!
tennis column "Looking Differently," Heinz Schwarzauthor of the book "Are You Still Playing Real Tennis or Are You Already Winning Something?", the topic is mistakes. Yes, we all know them more than enough, right? After all, tennis is and always will be a game of errors. But why do we squander points we thought were in the bag, why do we leave 100% chances hanging in the net or against the fence? A technical error is quickly found as the explanation: too little spin, not closing the racket properly, and whatever other brilliant excuse we can think of. Heinz debunks the notion that all the mistakes you make have something to do with technique in his column titled "Not Everything That Goes Wrong in Tennis Is a Technical Error." Learn why distance errors and motivational errors are frequent sources of error, especially in amateur and recreational tennis, and how you can combat them.
As always, very entertainingly written – enjoy!
In today's episode of our "String World" series , we interview Sandra Kirschbaum about tennis strings and their importance to every player. It's fascinating to learn how the family business has developed over the past 35 years. But not only the company, the world of strings itself has changed immensely in recent years.
Let Sandra take you on a journey through time and show you how YOUR perfect tennis string to find
What types of strings are there? What parameters are actually important and relevant when choosing a string? What do you need to consider when stringing your racket? Questions upon questions... and who among you knows the answers to them all? For everyone who's now looking a bit puzzled, we've created a short string ABC that gives you a concise overview of the basics of tennis strings and stringing. If that's not enough, feel free to send your string questions directly to us and our string expert, Sandra Kirschbaum. That way, no string question will go unanswered, and you'll find the perfect stringing setup for your racket!
It is a particular pleasure for us to have Heinz Schwarz, author of the book "Are You Still Playing Real Tennis or Are You Already Winning Something?" , for a highly entertaining commentary. Under the title "Looking at It Differently," Heinz will present his unique perspective on the topic of "Real Tennis" in a three-part series.
"The idea of 'proper' tennis, which clearly dominates our industry, is not a closed scientific system but rather a tennis coach folklore passed down from one generation to the next, and which, let's not hide the fact, is also expected by the client. However, this system is designed in such a way that, in addition to its undeniable, albeit often less spectacular, main effects (as suggested by commercial interests), it inherently produces many irritations and a great deal of stress as side effects – among the students, the teachers, between the teachers and the students, and among the teachers themselves," says Heinz.
"Looking at It Differently" is therefore primarily about perhaps better balancing the main and side effects of the desired and intended image of "proper tennis." New ideas, perspectives, and very practical examples will surely inspire you! Let's start with part one, entitled "Two Tennis Coaches - Three Opinions." Enjoy reading!
The loss of tension begins immediately after stringing. Even a string that sits unused in a corner will no longer be "fresh" after months. Whether and to what extent the loss of tension is noticeable during play depends on various factors: the player's sensitivity, the quality of the string material, the stringing quality, and the duration of use. Therefore, if you own multiple rackets, it is always advisable to mark each one individually and note the stringing date.
Many players restring their rackets at intervals so that a freshly restrung racket is regularly available and the older one is used in training.
Sandra Kirschbaum
You can either submit your string-related question using the form below or contact Sandra directly at www.kirschbaum-strings.de/beratung . Either way, we collect TennisTravelleryour questions
Better aim and avoid hitting the frame 😉 – Just kidding...
The stringing is always very sensitive at the grommets, because at the moment of ball contact, the string cannot flex at the edge and may kink at the grommet. In the worst case, and depending on the force of the ball contact (e.g., during a serve), this can even happen with a freshly strung racket. A good stringer checks the grommets for damage before every stringing, because depending on their condition, the grommet can tear and thus lose its protective function. If a grommet is damaged, a Teflon tube can be used, or, if available, the entire grommet tape can be replaced.
If the racket is still very new, you could send it back to the supplier.
Sandra Kirschbaum
You can either submit your string-related question using the form below or contact Sandra directly at www.kirschbaum-strings.de/beratung . Either way, we collect TennisTravelleryour questions
Now, let's be honest: who among you really knows their stuff when it comes to tennis strings? While choosing the right tennis racket often feels like a mini-dissertation, the choice of string usually gets completely overlooked. This is actually quite baffling, because the right string can significantly influence your game, whether you're a competitive or recreational player. We believe that one reason for this widespread lack of knowledge is the rather high level of complexity in the "string universe." Or do the terms monofilament and multifilament mean anything to you? With our string world, gradually shed a little light on the "string darkness."
Hybrid stringing is a good and suitable way to combine the characteristics of different strings on one racket. However, it is important not to lose sight of the desired goal and not to get bogged down in testing.
In my consultations, I often encounter cases where a player prioritizes above-average durability in the main strings over a delicate cross string, resulting in a setup that only lasts a few hours. In such cases, it would be advisable to sacrifice durability in the main strings for more comfort, allowing for the selection of a more durable, comfortable cross string. This would ensure the overall setup offers sufficient comfort and lasts longer.
Testing hybrid strings is time-consuming, and I recommend first determining the best main string. Ideally, test 2-3 potential candidates as a full stringing setup, as this allows you to feel their characteristics more clearly. Once you've found your favorite string, then test a suitable cross string if needed.
Sandra Kirschbaum
You can either submit your string-related question using the form below or contact Sandra directly at www.kirschbaum-strings.de/beratung . Either way, we collect TennisTravelleryour questions
Often, players have a string installed without any questions about their playing style. However, string advice is an essential part of a good stringing service, as many factors influence the choice of string: what racket do I use, how often do I play, how powerful is my swing, how old am I, what is my stroke technique, how long are my shots currently going to the baseline with my current strings, do I have any aches and pains, etc.
All these criteria influence the choice of different material types or the adjustment of diameter and tensioning weight.
Sandra Kirschbaum
You can either submit your string-related question using the form below or contact Sandra directly at www.kirschbaum-strings.de/beratung . Either way, we collect TennisTravelleryour questions
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