Can online coaching improve your tennis game after 50? In this episode of Insider’s Playbook, tennis coach Stephen Bourne delves into how virtual coaching is transforming training for senior tennis players worldwide. Whether you’re focused on tennis over 50 or even tennis over 60, discover how personalized video analysis and innovative techniques help players make significant strides in technique and winning tennis strategies.

Stephen explains his method for coaching players in 44 countries, many of whom are over 50, using real-time match adjustments, proprioception, and feel-based cues. Learn how senior tennis athletes can enhance their physical and mental game, from bilateral symmetry importance to mindset resets that shift match momentum instantly.

If you’re a senior tennis player eager to improve and compete smarter, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice to elevate your game, no matter your age.

Contact Stephen Bourne

Email: oneminutetennis@gmail.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@oneminutetennis

Website: www.oneminutetennis.com

Books by Stephen: www.oneminutetennis.com/general-7

Chapter Timeline + Takeaways

00:00 – Welcome + Global Reach of One Minute Tennis
Virtual coaching works—even for senior tennis players

03:45 – Why Raw Video Alone Falls Short
Side-by-side analysis makes corrections easier to grasp

06:30 – From Frustration to Breakthrough With Better Cues
Solutions-first feedback builds player confidence quickly

08:00 – Online Technique Coaching Can Be More Precise
Slowed-down visuals improve learning and retention

10:10 – Proprioception Drives Change Over Age 50
Feel-based cues unlock faster technical improvements

12:30 – Use Both Hands to Build Coordination
Bilateral balance boosts control and body awareness

14:45 – Tools You Need for Remote Coaching
Tripod, phone, and earbuds are enough

15:50 – Coaching Strategy Live During Matches Works
Real-time feedback sharpens tactics under pressure

18:00 – Mental Resets That Actually Work Mid-Match
Small rituals reduce stress and restore clarity

20:15 – Why Live Feedback Beats Post-Match Review
On-the-spot coaching supports in-game adjustments

22:45 – Build Momentum With Tactical Micro-Wins
Winning small battles shifts mindset and match flow

23:30 – How to Connect With Stephen Bourne

About Senior Tennis Unpacked
Senior Tennis Unpacked brings you four ways to stay sharp and inspired on court:

· Changeover Blog - weekly articles with insights, stories, and strategies for senior players

· Insider’s Playbook - expert interview series with coaches, champions, and performance pros

· Gold Ball Tennis - my personal journey chasing national titles and sharing what I learn along the way

· Inner Circle Membership - Senior singles tennis players tired of filling the draw? A community of competitive senior players who want to move up, not just show up.

Explore it all at https://SeniorTennisUnpacked.com

Think it’s too late to fix your forehand? Think again. Former pro Stephen Bourne shares how senior tennis players can change long-standing habits using blended learning. Through visualization, tactile cues, and simple progressions, players over 50 can transform strokes without overwhelm.

Contact Coach Stephen Bourne:

Email: oneminutetennis@gmail.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@oneminutetennis

Website: www.oneminutetennis.com

Books by Stephen: www.oneminutetennis.com/general-7

Key Takeaways

· Change is possible at any age if the learning method matches how adults absorb information

· Blended learning (visual, tactile, auditory) is key to fast, lasting technique change

· Seniors often struggle due to fear of failure and “last chance” thinking

· Visualization and metaphors (like “holding a beach ball” or “thumb on the tape”) are more effective than technical step lists

· Small progressive drills build confidence and skill with less overwhelm

· Having a tactile “reset” position for strokes helps players retain changes under match pressure

· Inspirational real-world story: a 72-year-old reserve player moves from team six to team one using these methods

Chapter Timeline:

· 00:00 – Intro: Why change feels hard for senior players

· 01:30 – Fear of failure and the “too late to learn” mindset

· 03:50 – Blended learning explained: How seniors learn differently

· 05:50 – Why metaphors and feel cues work better than steps

· 07:30 – What to do when players don’t want to change

· 08:45 – A 72-year-old’s transformation story

· 11:30 – The role of visualization and tactile reference points

· 14:00 – Using progressions instead of perfection to rebuild technique

· 15:45 – How to retain technique changes during matches

· 17:30 – How to work with Stephen and One Minute Tennis

About Senior Tennis Unpacked
Senior Tennis Unpacked brings you four ways to stay sharp and inspired on court:

· Changeover Blog - weekly articles with insights, stories, and strategies for senior players

· Insider’s Playbook - expert interview series with coaches, champions, and performance pros

· Gold Ball Tennis - my personal journey chasing national titles and sharing what I learn along the way

· Inner Circle Membership - Senior tennis players tired of filling the draw or playing line 3? For competitive senior players who want to move up, not just show up.

Explore it all at https://SeniorTennisUnpacked.com

In this episode of Insider’s Playbook, dedicated to tennis over 50 players, we explore the mindset and winning tennis strategies from the book Heady Tennis by Kevin McCarthy. Kevin and host Mike Rogers discuss why clarity, and simpler thinking can help senior tennis players boost confidence and outthink opponents rather than focusing on technical perfection. Whether you’re struggling with match consistency or seeking smarter tennis over 50 tactics, this episode offers mental and tactical shifts tailored specifically for senior tennis competitors looking to elevate their game strategically and physically.

Contact Kevin McCarthy:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seniortennistips

Heady Tennis: https://amzn.to/3VUIlwm

Key takeaways for senior tennis players

· Heady Tennis is about making better decisions, not perfect shots

· Senior players thrive when they simplify strategy and trust patterns

· Pressure reveals whether your mental habits are helping or hurting

· Tactical clarity builds confidence faster than technical tinkering

· Every shot should have a purpose—smart play beats highlight reels

· You don’t need to get younger or stronger—you need to get clearer

Chapter Timeline
00:00 – Intro: What is Heady Tennis and why it matters
01:40 – Kevin’s backstory: from confused competitor to clarity-first coach
04:20 – Why most senior players overcomplicate the game
07:10 – Key ideas from Heady Tennis that apply to every level
09:45 – How to break free from overthinking during matches
12:15 – Simple, repeatable patterns that make opponents uncomfortable
14:50 – The difference between playing smart and playing safe
17:30 – Confidence through clarity: what senior players often miss
20:05 – The real “practice” that creates smarter match play
22:00 – Where to find the book and follow Kevin’s work

About Senior Tennis Unpacked
Senior Tennis Unpacked brings you four ways to stay sharp and inspired on court:

· Changeover — weekly articles with insights, stories, and strategies for senior players

· Insider’s Playbook — expert interview series with coaches, champions, and performance pros

· Gold Ball Tennis — my personal journey chasing national titles and sharing what I learn along the way

· Inner Circle Membership — You don’t need to rebuild your game. You need a clearer way to play it. The Inner Circle helps competitive players simplify decisions without changing their strokes.

Explore it all at SeniorTennisUnpacked.com