Getting Started with Tennis: A Beginner's Tennis Guide

“New to Tennis? Here’s How to Start Without Feeling Lost”

Whether you’re 8 or 48, getting started with tennis can feel overwhelming. The scoring is weird, the swings feel unnatural, and everyone around you seems to already know what they’re doing. But here’s the truth: you don’t need to be an athlete to learn tennis—you just need the right start.

Here’s how to ease into tennis no matter your age:

• Take beginner-friendly tennis lessons. A good coach breaks things down simply starting with proper grip, footwork, and timing. You’ll avoid forming bad habits and build confidence from day one.

  
  

• Use age-appropriate equipment. If you’re an adult, start with a lightweight racket and focus on consistency over power. For kids, we often use red, orange, or green balls, which are softer and lower-bouncing to help them learn proper technique and timing without frustration.

  
  

• Focus on fundamentals. Instead of worrying about winning points, work on making clean contact, keeping the rally going, and learning the basic strokes (forehand, backhand, serve, and volley).

  
  

• Practice patience. Progress might be slow at first, but stick with it—tennis rewards those who keep showing up.

Students of all ages at L2H Tennis Academy in action.

Tennis is more than just a sport—it’s a lifelong skill that builds physical fitness, mental sharpness, and even friendships. And the best part? It’s never too late—or too early—to start.

At Low2High Tennis Academy, we specialize in making tennis approachable and fun for beginners of all ages. So if you’re ready to finally try the sport you’ve always been curious about, we’ll be right there with you every step of the way.