10 Reasons Why Tennis is a Great Sport

1. It’s a great full-body workout 

Many sports are great workouts, but few sports offer the fun AND physical activity that tennis offers. Tennis players are almost constantly in motion, and use nearly every muscle in their body. In addition to short sprints, there are also constant changes of direction, and motion in every possible direction. It builds muscle and stamina.  What’s not to love?

2. It’s very affordable

Sure, tennis can be expensive and is often viewed as an elitist sport. But at Blairgowrie Tennis Club we aim to make tennis more accessible to everyone: we keep our membership and visitor fees as low as possible;  we offer lots of 'come and play', bring-a-friend, themed family fun days throughout the year - all free to attend.   We even have a load of rackets you can borrow.  The cost of tennis lessons can be expensive but as a club member, you can play any time you want.  Alternatively, you can find a free court almost anywhere. What other sport can you go and play for free wherever you are? 

3. It’s good for the body AND mind

Tennis is as mental a sport as any. You can be a great physically skilled player, but not fulfill your potential if your mental attitude is weak. Playing tennis will help you get in good physical shape, but it also stimulates your mind in ways that other sports do not. Great tennis players are all mentally strong, and playing tennis will only fortify your mind, helping you out in other areas of your life as well!

4. You don’t need to round up a team to play!

All you need is a racket, a few balls, and one other person to go and have a great time. Can’t find a partner/opponent? That’s okay! Most public tennis courts also have a practice wall. Go smack the ball against the wall for a while. It will help your strokes and your timing. 

5. Minimal Injuries

Did you know that compared to other sports, especially contact sports, tennis is very safe. Most injuries are related to overuse, but with the proper exercises, even those can be minimised or even eliminated. Injuries can be serious and put you out of action for weeks or even months.  Everyone loves being able to have fun without the risk of injury!  Warm up are especially important - don't let anyone tell you otherwise. 

6. It is played EVERYWHERE

It's true!  Tennis really is played everywhere. No matter where you are, chances are there is a tennis court nearby. You can find a court and a game almost anywhere you go. And if traveling to play tennis is a plan of yours, you can find spectacular tennis resorts on almost every continent. It wouldn’t be outrageous to think that one day, people will even be playing in Antarctica!  If you're really keen, you don't even need a tennis court to practise your shots, serves and strokes.  But we do recommend you play outdoors. To avoid breaking mum's favourite mug.  How good is that? 

7. It’s social!

Amateur tennis is as much about fun as it is competition. It's a sociable sport, allowing you to have fun with your friends and opponents not only during points, but also between, before, and after the match!  There are lots of fun resources on-line that will show you fun drills to practise, hints and tips and lots of ideas for competing.  Go have a look at Youtube for example. 

8. You can play all year round!

Is it snowing outside? Can’t play golf?  We bet you can find an indoor court and go have a blast while getting a good workout playing tennis.  Or any other racket sport for that matter.  Sure, summer is peak tennis season, but there is no off-season!

9. You can play FOREVER!

Tennis is great for ALL ages. Children can start very young, often as early as three years old, because we use low compression (red) balls that are softer and don't bounce so quickly.  After red ball tennis, juniors can progress through orange and then green balls before moving onto the highest compression, fast yellow balls.  Wheelchair and walking tennis variants are also available  when you can no longer walk or run around so quickly.  What other sport can you play from age 3-103?

10. It’s better than an anger management session

Tough, stressful, tiring day at work?  Get out and go smash some balls on the tennis court!  What better way to relieve stress and envigorate yourself than by hitting a ball as hard as you can. It feels great, and when they go in, it feels even better!

Adapted from: [https://www.playyourcourt.com/news/improve/10-reasons-why-tennis-is-the-best-sport/]