The Inner Game of Tennis

'Groundbreaking . . . I still give it to friends today' – Bill Gates

Described by Billie Jean King as her 'tennis bible', Timothy Gallwey's international bestseller has been essential reading for sports players of all abilities since it was first published in 1974.

Instead of concentrating on how to improve your technique, Timothy Gallwey starts from the understanding that 'every game is composed of two parts, an outer game and an inner game'. The former is played against opponents on the court, but the latter is a battle within ourselves as we try and overcome self-doubt and anxiety. It is often won or lost before a ball has been hit.

Gallwey's revolutionary approach, built on a foundation of Zen thinking and humanistic psychology, will teach you how to develop your concentration, work on your gamesmanship and help you break bad habits. With lessons that apply far beyond the tennis court, he reveals how to trust your instincts and maintain clarity of mind, giving you a clear psychological advantage over any adversary.

Whether you want to win at tennis or get ahead at work, The Inner Game of Tennis provides a definitive framework for long-term success.

'All aspiring players must read this. It is much more than an approach to tennis: it is a whole philosophy of life' Psychology Today