How do you make tennis lessons fun?

How do you make tennis lessons fun?

Drills that emphasize cardio, consistency and competition give beginning players a reason to get excited about tennis.

1. Easy as 1,2,3. Beginning players need repetition while also setting goals.
2. Target practice.
3. Catch me if you can.
4. Play back.
5. Think outside the (service) box.
6. Nothing but net.
7. Keep it short.
8. Under pressure.

What are some fun tennis games?

6 Fun Tennis Games to Spice up Your Tennis Lessons

• Hungry Crocodile. This is a volley drill for younger students.
• Count Dracula. Have the kids stand in pairs either side of the service line.
• Running the Lines. This can be a warm-up or a drill to increase cardiovascular fitness.
• Target Practice.
• Dribblers.
• Hit and Catch.

How do you practice tennis with kids?

5 DIY Ways To Teach Your Kids Tennis

1. Toss n’ Catch. Stand across from each other, one person on the doubles sideline and the other person on the singles sideline.
2. Sweet Spot. With the racket in front of you, bounce the ball off the strings of the racket and catch it.
3. Walk the Dog.
4. Red Light, Green Light.
5. Bounce and Hit.

What should I teach first in tennis lessons?

In the first tennis lessons the instructor may spend some time going over continental grip, proper motion and toss before having your child hit a single ball. The instructor will likely teach your child the fundamentals of one of two service motions: Pete Sampras’ motion or Andy Roddick’s motion.

When should I start teaching my child tennis?

A good age for starting tennis training is 5-6 years of age Physical aspect: tennis develops visual-motor coordination and helps to strengthen muscles. It also improves agility, reaction speed and reflexes, etc. Psychological aspect: thanks to the fun of the game, tennis stimulates wit and tactical thinking.

How do you get kids interested in tennis?

How can I facilitate my child’s involvement in tennis?

1. Encourage your child to play, but don’t pressure them.
2. Try and set some limits.
3. Make sure your child’s coach is qualified.
4. Help your child set challenging but realistic goals.
5. Help your child understand the valuable lessons tennis can teach.