The advantages of training on sand for tennis players

Once per week our players have a fitness training session on the beach, which is one of the greatest benefits our amazing location has to offer.

Training on sand is a great form resistance training vastly improving players’ endurance.

One study found out a positive influence of sand on players’ plyometric training (Hammmami et al. 2020, BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation), the main findings being the improvement of sprint speeds, change of direction scores  as well as players’ dynamic and static balance.

Getting ready for the agility training on the Playa Castelldefels

The fact that training on an unstable surface positively impacts on balance and agility is crucial as these are one of the key physical qualities in the sport of tennis.

Another huge advantage of training on sand is its positive effect on stability through the constant challenges of the core muscles.

Finally, a change of training environment contributes to enhancing focus and improving our general well-being.