Photo Lesson: The Basic Eastern Forehand

Most players find it easiest to use the Eastern forehand grip as they learn the basic forehand, and many keep using the Eastern grip and the classic stroke style demonstrated here at the advanced level, too. This photo shows the beginning of the turn toward the forehand side from ready position. In full ready position, the racquet would be held as shown, with the left hand on the upper part of the handle, and both feet would point toward the net.