The Inner Game of Tennis | The Inner Game Institute

Discover what the book couldn’t possibly tell you.

Beyond The Inner Game
of Tennis Workshop

The art of unlocking natural potential.

An exclusive live experience exploring the untold stories, hidden meanings, historical context and practical wisdom behind one of the most influential books ever written on sports performance.

Featuring rare archival footage, guided discussions, and unique insights developed through nearly fifteen years of direct collaboration with Timothy Gallwey

August 26 & 27, 2026
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (US Eastern Time)
Live Online via Zoom

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Bill Gates’ reflections on the work of Timothy Gallwey, originator of the Inner Game methodology

“The Inner Game has had a profound influence on how I think about learning, performance and leadership.”

– Bill Gates | Microsoft Founder

Why This Experience Exists

Millions of people have read The Inner Game of Tennis.

Thousands have applied its principles.

Very few have had the opportunity to explore the conversations, stories and insights that continued long after the final chapter was written.

This workshop was created for those who want to experience the philosophy beyond the printed page.

Not by adding new theories. But by revealing the deeper meanings, historical context and practical interpretations that shaped Timothy Gallwey’s work over five decades.

Why The Inner Game Still Matters

Originally published in 1974 and now available in its 50th Anniversary Edition through Random House, The Inner Game of Tennis has inspired generations of athletes, coaches, musicians, educators and business leaders around the world. Today, it continues to reach new audiences through one of the world’s leading publishers while remaining one of the most influential books ever written on the mental side of performance.

The Experience on the Court

It is an immersive exploration of the ideas that transformed modern coaching, natural learning and human performance, guided by someone who worked alongside Timothy Gallwey for nearly fifteen years.

This Is Not Another Book Review

This is not a certification.

This is not a tennis clinic.

This is not a lecture about the history of the book.

“He first came across “The Inner Game of Tennis” book when playing for the Chicago Bulls in the 90’s. His friend and mentor, and current shooting coach for the San Antonio Spurs, Chip Engellend, introduced him to the book as a way of dealing with the stress of being a bench player. Kerr credits the book with helping him not overthink every mistake he made and have more fun while playing the game he loves.”

Steve KerrHead Coach | 9x NBA Championships winner

“Perhaps this is why it is said that great poetry is born in silence. Great music and art are said to arise from the quiet depths of the unconscious, and true expressions of love are said to come from a source which lies beneath words and thoughts. So it is with the greatest efforts in sports; they come when the mind is as still as a glass lake.” Tom Brady cited a book called “The Inner Game of Tennis”.”

Tom BradyQuarterback | 7 NFL Super Bowls winner

Carroll says he might drop “The Inner Game” in a player’s locker. Other times he passes along a chapter or a passage. He long ago stopped using the actual language of the book in practice. “I don’t talk about it with the team,” Carroll says. “We don’t tell them about it, we just do it. We incorporate it into everything we do.”

Pete CarrollHead Coach | Three-Time NFL Champion

What You’ll Experience

Rare Historical Videos

Watch exclusive footage of Timothy Gallwey coaching, teaching and demonstrating the Inner Game philosophy in its original form.

Beyond the Written Words

Discover concepts, conversations and practical interpretations that were never fully captured in the book itself.

The Original Philosophy

Reconnect with the elegant simplicity of Self 1, Self 2, Awareness, Trust and Natural Learning exactly as they were originally intended.

Real Conversations

Reflect, discuss and exchange experiences with athletes, coaches and professionals from around the world.

Tennis Meets Today’s Performance Challenges

Explore how the timeless principles of the Inner Game continue to influence elite performance across sports and beyond.

Who Should Attend

This experience is designed for people who are genuinely curious about the original Inner Game philosophy.

Tennis players of all competitive levels

Coaches and teaching professionals

Athletes from any sport

Sport psychologists

Performance coaches

Readers of The Inner Game of Tennis

Anyone interested in mastering the mental side of performance

30+

Countries served by The Inner Game Institute

10000+

People attended our programs globally.

50+

Years since the origin of Inner Game method

Your Guides

Renato Ricci

Co-founder of The Inner Game Institute.

Working directly alongside Timothy Gallwey since 2012, Renato has helped preserve, expand and teach the original Inner Game philosophy around the world.

His unique perspective combines years of personal collaboration with Tim, international facilitation experience and practical applications across sports, leadership and human performance.

Felix Grewe

Tennis has shaped me for 35 years, teaching me confidence and nonjudgmental awareness.

The Inner Game of Tennis became my guide, leading me to explore inner dialogue and lifelong learning.

Beyond The Inner Game
of Tennis Workshop

Bill Gates’ reflections on the work of Timothy Gallwey, originator of the Inner Game methodology

Why This Experience Exists

Why The Inner Game Still Matters

The Experience on the Court

This Is Not Another Book Review

This is not a certification.

This is not a tennis clinic.

This is not a lecture about the history of the book.

What You’ll Experience

Rare Historical Videos

Beyond the Written Words

The Original Philosophy

Real Conversations

Tennis Meets Today’s Performance Challenges

Who Should Attend

Tennis players of all competitive levels

Coaches and teaching professionals

Athletes from any sport

Sport psychologists

Performance coaches

Readers of The Inner Game of Tennis

Anyone interested in mastering the mental side of performance

Your Guides

Renato Ricci

Felix Grewe

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Beyond The Inner Gameof Tennis Workshop

Bill Gates’ reflections on the work of Timothy Gallwey, originator of the Inner Game methodology

Why This Experience Exists

Why The Inner Game Still Matters

The Experience on the Court

This Is Not Another Book Review

This is not a certification.

This is not a tennis clinic.

This is not a lecture about the history of the book.

What You’ll Experience

Rare Historical Videos

Beyond the Written Words

The Original Philosophy

Real Conversations

Tennis Meets Today’s Performance Challenges

Who Should Attend

Tennis players of all competitive levels

Coaches and teaching professionals

Athletes from any sport

Sport psychologists

Performance coaches

Readers of The Inner Game of Tennis

Anyone interested in mastering the mental side of performance

Your Guides

Renato Ricci

Felix Grewe

Pricing and Dates

Important:

Your form has been submitted

COMPANY INFO

KNOW MORE

Beyond The Inner Game
of Tennis Workshop