Underhand Serve for Starters

What you will learn

Start a rally with a gentle underhand serve. This TRAINOVIX lesson shows a simple setup, a specific practice action and a way to notice your progress without rushing.

Practice step by step

1. Make sure the court is clear and everyone has room for racket swings.
2. Stand behind the service line with a clear court.
3. Drop the ball lightly and swing the racket smoothly upward toward the opposite service box.
4. Check placement before increasing distance.
5. Repeat a few slow feeds before attempting a more demanding variation.

Coaching tips

• A gentle start is useful for learning.
• Comfortable timing is more important than swinging harder.

How to progress

Start with the simplest version of the activity. Give yourself enough time to learn the movement, ask for feedback when useful, and choose a more challenging variation only when your practice feels comfortable and controlled.