Thinking about getting your kid(s) into tennis? We asked some of our best PlayYourCourt staff members nationwide what they think the best age for kids to start playing tennis. What’s the best age to get kids into tennis? I say the minute they are interested. Tennis is accessible to all ages, thanks to the new technology […]
Kids Tennis
How Tennis Can Get Your Kid Money for College
In a day and age where a college degree is as important as having food on the table, it has become an incredible financial burden on families. The average annual cost for a public university is $15,460 and private universities is $32,405. Parents and kids everywhere are searching for any advantage, any way to get […]
Top 10 Developmental Benefits of Tennis For Kids
Tennis not only teaches kids valuable life skills like teamwork, dedication, and self-confidence, it has a whole host of physical developmental benefits for them, too! Here’s just a few: 1. Bone Strength Playing tennis regularly strengthens the bones of young players and has been proven to help prevent osteoporosis later on in life. […]
How to Help Your Kids Handle a Loss
Everybody wants to win. Regardless of how competitive a child is, losing is no fun and every child handles it differently. What a child typically won’t have the capacity to understand is that there are many positives that can come from losing as well. Helping your child lose well and understand the learning that can come […]
3 Ways to Introduce Kids to Tennis
Whether you are passionate about tennis and want to expose your child to the sport you love, or you have never played and are looking for a great activity to get your kid involved with, tennis is the perfect sport! It is excellent for a child’s development both physically, mentally, and socially, and is a […]
A Tennis Poem in Honor of National Dr. Seuss Day!
In honor of Dr. Seuss day, here is a little tennis poem about the hardships we all face on the court! Why can’t I get this ball over the net? The tennis ball bounces, my racket goes back, And yet each time I swing, I barely muster a smack! What is my issue, is it too much […]
Best Tennis-Themed Halloween Costume Ideas
Looking for a last minute, tennis-themed Halloween costume idea? Look no further! Tennis Trophy Some old clothes, an old tennis racket, and some gold spray paint are all you need! Posing for the camera oughta’ be easy, too! Scary Tennis Victim Every felt like you got completely “killed” in a singles match? Bring that feeling […]
Why Tennis Is WAY Better For Your Kids Than Soccer
You’ve finally found the BEST activity for your child! Now that your kids are back in school, you’re probably searching for after school activities. With all the options, finding the right one can cause a headache. While your kids might be happy to just plop in front of the TV, that doesn’t allow them to […]
4 Tips To Make A High School Tennis Team
It’s easier to make a high school tennis team than you might think. Many of the top junior tennis players don’t try out for their school teams because it interferes with their ability to earn a USTA ranking, conflicts with their after-school academy training, and makes it more difficult to get a college scholarship. In […]
How to Buy a Kid’s Tennis Racket
Unlike adult rackets, kid’s rackets don’t require much research because kids don’t have the same power and control needs as adult beginners, intermediates and advanced players. Kids rackets are easier to buy because the main factor in selecting a junior racket is often age. As your child gets older and develops more skills, he or […]