Abbreviated vs Classic Tennis Serve

Abbreviated vs Classic serve - which one are you? 👀🎾 Most players copy what they see… Very few understand why one motion works better for them than another. Here’s what’s really happening: 1️⃣ Arm path & compactness The abbreviated serve moves directly up the front of the body into the trophy position - making it a more compact, simplified option. 2️⃣ Timing & toss height You reach trophy much quicker with the abbreviated motion. That’s why the classic serve needs a higher toss - the racquet has more distance to travel on the full takeback. 3️⃣ Rhythm differences • Abbreviated serve: fast → slow → fast • Classic serve: slow takeback → fast acceleration (more fluid, continuous) 💥 Key takeaway: The abbreviated motion can unlock a more explosive serve - especially if you struggle with toss consistency or timing. ⚠️ But it must be trained correctly. Poor mechanics here can overload the wrist and shoulder. There’s no “best” serve - only the right one for your body, timing, and level. 👉 Which one do you use - abbreviated or classic? 💾 Save this so you don’t forget 👆 Follow for elite-level serve breakdowns you won’t hear at your club #tennis #tenniscoach #tennislesson