Learning Tennis – Tennis Clinics

Learning Guide — By admin

Tennis clinics tend to be 1 to 2 hour long group lessons that take place at resorts and clubs as well as community centers. A given tennis clinic may focus on particular aspects of the game such as groundstrokes or volleys and will typically cater to players of certain skill levels.

Tennis clinics offer an opportunity for group learning and are often the least expensive way to receive professional instruction. They are also an excellent way to meet local people with whom to play tennis.

Consider the following when seeking out a tennis clinic:

Tennis Clinic Goals
A wide range of clinics exist with a variety of goals. Ranging from Aerobic Cardio Tennis to intense stroke drill to casual Hit & Giggle (okay, they might not call them that), clinics exist for players of all levels and goals. Just be certain to join the appropriate one and ask about who else tends to show up.

Tennis Instructor
Depending on your goals, the instructors should have prior successful experience teaching other tennis players of your age and ability to achieve similar goals.

Other Participants
Knowing the ability level and number and types of other people who typically attend a certain tennis clinic will assure you that you will have the best possible environment for learning and enjoyment. Some tennis pros will run tennis clinics with 12 people. This makes for a more social environment but less tennis. Tennis clinics can be an excellent way to meet other people with whom to practice and play. Who knows, you might also make a friend or two!

Cost
Tennis clinics typically cost US$20 and up.

Check out other ways to learn tennis: schools and camps, private lessons and more.

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