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subtitle – en,pt,ja,sp,it,fr,cn,kr,de,hi
category – STARTING BEGINNER
duration – 03:34
video_info – Mastering beginner-level turns requires attention to body positioning and gradual progression in technique and speed.
key_takeaways – Focus on the forehand bottom turn, top turn, and performing multiple turns on a softboard. &$ Instruction provided by Kelly Ratcliffe with analysis by Matt Granger. &$ Critical elements include speed generation, foot placement, and foot pressure. &$ Head and eye positioning are crucial for executing proper turns. &$ Arm positioning and gradual pressure application are key for improvement. &$ Start with light pressure during turns and increase pressure and speed as skills develop.