What Age Should My Kid Start Playing Tennis?

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.

 

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Bethany B

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 of kid appropriate balls and rackets. I wish these things were around when I was little!

When did you start playing?

My whole family played tennis, so I grew up around the sport and learned to love it. I didn’t start competing until age 12.

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Trumpton M

What’s the best age to get kids into tennis?

As early as possible; around 4 or older with the right, smaller equipment

When did you start playing?

Around 10

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Julie H

What’s the best age to get kids into tennis?
I think kids can do group lesson starting at age 4.  They need to
have fun with their friends and playing games before they
take private lessons. By age 7 or 8 they are ready to learn technique in a one-on-one situation. As a mom of 3 athletes, I encourage kids to try lots of sports until about age 12 when they have matured enough to see what they like and what they are willing to work at to be successful at 1 sport.  They will also be mature enough to be able to assess what they are good at and where their talents lie.

When did you start playing?

I started playing tennis at age 12.  My father was a top United States swimmer so I started swimming at a very young age, but found that my athletic ability was in tennis.

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Mike R

What’s the best age to get kids into tennis?

The speed of the ball and how fast a kid reacts to it is a major observation for the parent or pro when deciding the best time to introduce tennis to a kid. You want the kid to have fun first. If you don’t put too much pressure on the kid it’s OK to put a 4 or 5 year old out there. You have to have the right equipment; the smaller net, smaller racket, slower balls and a smaller court.

When did you start playing?

I started at 14. When I played college tennis and while teaching at summer camps I realized I had started 4 or 5 years later than my peers. They were all scholarship tennis players. I also took note that I was in the top half so I didn’t feel too bad I had played other sports, mainly football and baseball. I’m of the opinion that playing other sports especially when you’re young is beneficial. I’m even talking about talented kids that are going to take the game seriously and become excellent players.

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Cate J

What’s the best age to get kids into tennis? 

4-5 Years old is the best age for kids to start.

When did you start playing?

I started tennis when I was 10 years old.

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Roger S

What’s the best age to get kids into tennis? 

5 years old is the best age for kids to start.

When did you start playing?

I started tennis when I was 5.

 

 

 

The general consensus is 4-5 years of age is the best time to get kids started with tennis. It’s never too late, though, to get a child into the game! Whether 4, 14 or 44, tennis is a game that can be enjoyed for life. Under the watchful eye of a certified PlayYourCourt instructor, it’s certainly never too late to become a great player! PlayYourCourt instructors will come and meet you on the court of your choice at a time that fits your schedule. Click HERE to check out the great pros in your area.

 

 

 

One thought on “What Age Should My Kid Start Playing Tennis?”

  1. I’m interested in signing my 6 year old daughter up for tennis lessons. We are located in Drexel hill pa 19026

    Thank you,
    Stephanie Moskowitz
    2676474773

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