Choosing the right sport—especially for children or health-focused adults—can be overwhelming. With popular options like cricket, football, swimming, and basketball, the decision isn’t easy. Here’s why tennis stands apart as a sport that offers value for life: 1. Tennis Is a Life-Long Sport Unlike high-impact sports like football or basketball that strain joints over time, tennis is gentle yet effective.…
Teaching a child who loves tennis can be truly rewarding—but it also takes patience, structure, and emotional support. Here’s how parents can play an active, positive role in their child’s tennis journey. 1. Establish a Routine Around Practice Kids thrive with structure. Set fixed days and times for tennis practice so it becomes a natural part of their weekly routine.…
Tennis is not only a source of physical fitness but has also been shown to improve mental health. Playing this sport engages the mind in a way that enhances focus, reduces stress, and strengthens emotional resilience across all stages of life. 1. Stress Reduction for Adults Tennis combines movement, energy bursts, and strategic planning—which together stimulate the release of endorphins,…
Ready to do amazing things in a confined space? Here are different yet creative ways to use the court of your apartment complex to take practice sessions to another level, and allow your limitations to re-focus you on practice. 1. Use What You Have! You don’t need a stadium or an elite club to train like a professional. Just having…
Starting tennis is a thrilling experience—but a lot of new tennis players do things that stagnate their progress. Let’s look at five of the most common issues that new players encounter, and how to improve them: 1. Flat-Footed Position Many new players just stand still while waiting for the tennis ball, which prevents them from moving and forces them to…
Repeated practice is important. These 10 drills for tennis will help your players be more consistent with their strokes, footwork, and response time.Is there a quicker way to become better at tennis? Adding these ten drills with intent will help you improve. Future drills should be more descriptive; use your notes from these drills to better write future drills. 1.…
At Matchpoint Mentor, we see tennis coaching as more than just hitting a bunch of balls together.Our process is systematic, personalized, and performance-driven – and is meant to build champions at all levels. We Begin with a Comprehensive Player Assessment Before a single ball is hit, we assess the player’s foot speed, grip, balance, swing mechanics, and mindset. In this…
Tennis is one of the few sports that provides cardio, agility, power, and funall at the same time. Try these drills to turn your court sessions into a fitness opportunity.
Don’t know a forehand from a backhand? You’re not alone. Jumping into tennis can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. This manual is designed to help a complete first-meet beginner get started the right way with the proper approach, gear, and mindset. Whether you are picking up a racquet for the first time or your first time in…
Tennis is an important activity; it’s not just a sport or a game. With so many screens andshort time spans in our lives, tennis is a balance of discipline, movement, and fun. 1) Improves Focus and Coordination From learning a ball toss to building consistency with rallies, tennis develops hand-eye coordination and improves focus, for young players.With every drill, they…
At Matchpoint Mentor, we believe tennis should be accessible to everyone — no matter your age, background, or skill level. Our goal is to help people stay active, build confidence, and enjoy the game while working toward their fitness and wellness goals.
