Volley Doubles Ping-Pong Drill

This drill is a fun, fast-paced way to develop volley skills and doubles footwork. By playing within the mini-court and doubles alleys, players must work together using “ping-pong” rules where teammates alternate shots. The focus is on hitting volleys high and controlled while moving out of the way for a partner, making it a great warm-up for juniors or beginners.

Setup

• Two pairs of players (4 total)
• Use the mini-court plus doubles alleys as the playing area
• Tennis balls

Rules & Objectives

• Teams play cooperatively, hitting only volleys back and forth
• Players must alternate shots with their partner (ping-pong style)
• Each volley should be struck high with control to keep the rally alive
• After hitting, players move aside quickly to make space for their partner’s next shot
• Rally continues until a mistake occurs (ball bounces, net error, or player out of position)

Repetition

• Play for a set time (e.g., 5 minutes) and count longest rallies
• Progress to competitive scoring (first team to 7 points)
• Narrow the playing zone to increase difficulty
• Advance players by requiring volleys to specific targets

Coaching Points

• Improves volley control, placement, and technique
• Trains doubles teamwork and alternating movement
• Reinforces quick footwork and spacing awareness
• Builds concentration and reaction speed in a fun format

Drill Tutorial