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How to Play Tennis

If you’ve ever wanted to know how to play Tennis, then you’re reading the right article. That’s because you’re about to discover my easy Three-step method for playing your first game of Tennis.

 

And the good news is, this method works even if you haven't access a tennis court near you.

 

Read on…

 

Step 1: Find the Right Equipment

 

Many people new to Tennis don’t even realise that they need to do this step before they can go and play. And that’s why a lot of people who try to end up failing – they’re simply missing this crucial step.

 

So, the first thing you need to do is get the right equipment to play with.

 

You’ll find that this part of the process goes much more smoothly if you apply these tips and tricks:

 

Don't go out and buy the most expensive racket you see! You don't need the latest racket by Nadal or Radacanu to play! These rackets are designed, weighted and produced for experienced players. But also, don't go and buy a cheap and nasty racket from your local General Sports Store. It would help if you had a mid-range racket of £60 -£100, reasonably light (250-290g) and a mid-range grip 2/3. After a few months, you can try out a lighter or heavier racket and see what 'feels' comfortable.

 

I would recommend the Babolat Drive Lite racket very highly: https://amzn.to/3dk9zJD

 

Buy new tennis balls - Don't use old tennis balls. They don't bounce! Tennis balls lose their pressure very quickly, which results in a lower bounce, and the ball stays on your racket longer. There is a reason why they change balls every nine games at Wimbledon. You may also want to consider using a low compression ball, and these balls bounce lower and slower. This will result in you having more time to play the shot and hopefully lead to longer rallies.

 

Wear the correct footwear - Tennis is a dynamic game with lots of twists, turns, pushing off and stopping suddenly. It puts a significant demand on your feet and ankles. You need to ensure you wear some tennis shoes, again don't go for expensive or 'classic' tennis shoes from your local sports shop. Tennis shoes will have the correct grip for Tennis courts and ankle support. Running trainers do not!

 

Again a good starter shoe I would recommend would be:

Men's - https://amzn.to/3QA0hYh

Women's - https://amzn.to/3zKo00S

 

Once you’ve got your equipment, you can move on to the next step… READ THE REST HERE