The most basic stroke can be perfected with some fin-tuning. Tennis Pro Jim Heebner of Menlo Park, CA, offers this forehand drill for young tennis beginners.
"Turn sideways and [bring your] racquet back waist-level at the same time," Heebner says. "Next, drop the ball towards the net, step forward, swing with your hips and follow through above your opposite shoulder."
Repeat with a friend or parent on the court, then try out your skills during a friendly match.