--- title: "Tennis Coaching Philosophy: Build Mindset and Grit in Mumbai" description: "Learn tennis the right way with Tennace Academy. Focus on tennis-specific fitness, mental toughness, and proper technique with Coach Vanshal in Mumbai." canonical: https://mytribe.in/tennace_academy/adult-tennis-programs/my-coaching-philosophy-effort-mindset-and-grit last_updated: 2025-09-29 --- # My Coaching Philosophy: Effort, Mindset, and Grit Tribe Verified · Professional training in Santacruz and Matunga. By [Tennace Academy](https://mytribe.in/tennace_academy) · 2 academy locations in Mumbai: Santacruz West & Matunga East · ₹3,000 per month (estimate) Part of [Adult Tennis Programs](https://mytribe.in/tennace_academy/adult-tennis-programs). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/tennace_academy/adult-tennis-programs/gallery) Tennis is 80% legs, 20% hands, and 100% mentality. I don't just teach you how to swing a racket; I teach you how to move, think, and compete on the court. ## Photos and videos - [Video: I'm direct with my feedback because I want you to succeed. Tennis is 80% legs and intensity. Here, I explain to our players that the difference between good and great is the constant effort in your footwork.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/48f78df7-758d-4644-8f12-db6e4a1fe164) - [Video: Your mind is your greatest asset on the court. I share a powerful mental trick to help players overcome the fear of hitting out and build confidence to swing freely. It’s a simple lesson in reverse psychology that builds deep, consistent shots.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/85996222-f0c9-4b8a-b869-082020bcac1d) - [Video: We put our philosophy into practice with challenges like this. The 'no inhibitions' drill is about letting go of the result and focusing on a full, confident swing. The outcome often surprises players, proving that a free mind leads to better tennis.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9ce0b346-b13a-4d50-a52a-cb27cf420c71) ## About My Coaching Philosophy: Effort, Mindset, and Grit You don't play tennis to get fit, you have to be fit to play tennis. My sessions strip away the stiff, lazy habits that keep players stuck at an average level. Whether we are doing footwork drills or the 'no inhibition' challenge, I focus on forcing your body to match your ambition because the effort you put in when no one is watching is exactly how you improve. Tennis isn't just about technical form; it is about how you manage your mind when the pressure is on. I see too many players who are stiff because they are afraid to make a mistake. That fear creates barriers in your game. My coaching at our Santacruz and Matunga locations focuses on three main pillars: * **Mental Toughness:** We use techniques like reverse psychology to stop you from overthinking your forehand. If you try to 'miss' on purpose during drills, you often find your rhythm faster because your body stops resisting your natural movement. * **The 80/20 Rule:** Your legs are the most important part of your game. If you aren't moving, you aren't playing. We drill dynamic footwork—bouncing, shadow shuffles, and explosive movement—until it becomes muscle memory. * **Grit:** I expect effort. If it’s pouring rain in Mumbai, we don't pack up; we move indoors for conditioning. If you want to get better, you need to show up every time with the right intensity. I’m not here to hold your racket and swing it for you. I give you the plan, the biomechanical corrections, and the feedback, but the 'phatka'—that solid smack on the ball—only comes when you decide you want it enough. ## About Tennace Academy I'm Vanshal, and at Tennace Academy, we believe tennis starts with 'Love' but requires serious grit. Whether you join our sessions at the Willingdon Catholic Gymkhana or Don Bosco, I push you to treat your mind as your strongest weapon. We don't just coach, we build athletes. 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