Our Methodology

“Develop a Creative and Modern Game Following Our Unique Methodology. ”
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Our Dna Court Training

Recognition and Anticipation

We believe that modern and future tennis is played in a sequence—first with the ‘eyes,’ then the ‘mind,’ followed by the ‘legs,’ and finally the ‘hands.’ Our camps are designed with this philosophy in mind, incorporating training systems that enhance anticipation, decision-making, movement, and execution. Through this approach, players learn to read the game, react faster, and take control on the court.

Patience and Endurance

Build patience, endurance, and consistency from the baseline to gain control of the rally and wear down your opponents.

Effort and Power

Develop a strong, resilient playing style where effort is key, turning defensive situations into offensive opportunities by generating power even from difficult positions.

Risk Management and Tactical Knowledge

Defense and offense are constantly connected in tennis, and the ability to instantly shift from a losing position to a winning one is what makes the game so exciting. Understanding how to recognize both situations and make smart decisions will elevate your performance on the court..

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Building a Champion

The mission of the Rafa Nadal Academy Camp by Movistar is to instill core values such as effort, discipline, honesty, commitment, humility, and respect in young athletes. These principles define the academy’s identity and serve as the foundation for education, training, and overall personal development.

Athletic Peformance

Each player’s coordination skills provide the foundation to make the impossible possible, turn difficult tasks into effortless execution, and transform ease into elegance.

This includes mobility, balance, reaction speed, agility in direction changes, explosive movement, and endurance.

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Learn to Compete

Resilience and Competitive Spirit

Master the mental game by controlling emotions, body language, and staying relentless until the final point.

Building Confidence

Strengthen self-belief by developing smart tactics that give you an edge on the court.

Emotional Control & Problem Solving

Top players handle high-pressure situations with clarity. Learn to focus on solutions instead of frustration to stay composed and perform at your best.

Development Plan

One-to-one coaching will include:

  • On-Court Coaching & Match Analysis – Receive live coaching during competition and post-match breakdowns in our internal UTR tournament.
  • Video Analysis & Pro Comparisons – Study professional players’ techniques and compare them to your own to identify areas for improvement.
  • Player Profiling & High-Level Insights – Gain a deeper understanding of your game and what it takes to compete at the highest level.
  • Personalized Development Plan – Identify your strengths and refine your playing style for a clear competitive identity.
  • Comprehensive Player Evaluation – Take home a detailed assessment of your performance, along with an optional development plan to continue improving at your academy or school (optional).
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