Player holding tennis racquet

Equipment

None of the items below need to be brand new or even top of the line; but of course, as you up your game, feel free to reward yourself by upping your gear!

Félix Auger-Aliassime making a backhand

Shots and strokes

Now that you’re comfortably holding your racquet, let’s hit some balls!

Milos Raonic serving

Serving

A good serve is very important and is commonly considered a “game changer.”

Tennis court

The court

There’s nothing quite like grabbing a friend or three for a singles or doubles match on a proper tennis court.

Denis Shapovalov celebrating a point

Points and rules

We know you’re playing for the fun and the love of the game, but if you insist on keeping track of points during your rallies here’s how to get them.