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| Getting Started...FAQs |
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| 1. What's the first step to becoming a tennis
player? |
New players should find a program that will help
them in the early stages of learning to play. Teaching pros make
learning to play fun and research shows that you are three times
more likely to enjoy tennis if you are part of a new player program
rather than just trying to learn to play tennis by yourself.
That's why we established Tennis Welcome Centers throughout America,
to help you "learn to play tennis...fast!"
Just type in your Zip Code or your City and State at the top of
this page and you can find tennis facilities in your community
offering programs that will get you playing in no time. Courts,
instruction, people to play with, drill tips - you'll find them
all here. Like the name says, there's a place for everyone at the
almost 3,000 Tennis Welcome Centers throughout the U.S., even if
you've never touched a racquet in your life.
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| 2. How much time will it take to learn? |
| A: Teaching pros say they can have you hitting back
and forth steadily in two hours. For most, a four-week group program
taught by a pro should put you on the fast track to success. Back
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| 3. What equipment do I need? |
A: Like that other popular world game, soccer, tennis
is the most basic of sports—you need a racquet and a can of
balls. And it doesn't have to cost much. Racquets can be purchased
for under $40, and balls shouldn't run you more than $3 a can. Most
Tennis Welcome Centers will have loaner racquets that you can use
for your first few lessons.
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| 4. Can I get a good workout? |
A: Want flat abs, chiseled legs and a hard body?
Tennis will help you get them. The abdominal muscles and legs are
involved in every stroke in the game. Want to burn calories? For
the average person, an hour of tennis will burn 493 of them. An
hour on a stationary bike will burn 387. Which one sounds like
more fun?
Check out our Tennis:
Stronger Mind and Body section for more information from
one of our great supporters, the Cleveland Clinic. You'll see
why tennis is such a great sport.
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| 5. Do I have to wear all white? |
A: Only if you want. The days of lily-white tennis
fashion are gone, replaced by colorful athletic gear. Of course,
you can also go out there in a T-shirt and cut-offs.
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| 6. Can tennis help my social life? |
| A: There's no more social game than tennis. It's one
of the few sports where men and women play together. Singles, married
couples, friends, fathers, daughters-there's a place for everyone
on a tennis court. You will also see on our Web site in the Tennis:
Stronger Mind and Body section where tennis is the best sport
in building personality characteristics. Back
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| 7. Is there a charge to be in
a Tennis Welcome Center program? |
| A: Yes, but, you will find the cost to
be very reasonable. You will be part of a multi-session course,
taught by a professional, where you will learn how to play tennis...and
also meet some new friends. Back
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| 8. Can my spouse/friend and I
learn together? |
| A. Absolutely, tennis is one of
the few spots where men and women can play together. Virtually
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| 9. What about my kids? Can
they get into these programs? |
| A: Yes, most TWCs will offer programs
for both kids and adults. When you click on a facility, they’ll
have this information. Back
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| 10. How do I submit feedback on
this site? |
| A: Please click
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| 11. What if I can't find a Tennis
Welcome Center facility in my area? |
| A: Please contact us at Comments@TennisWelcomeCenter.com.
We will try to connect you with a facility in your area. Back
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12.
How does my facility become a Tennis Welcome Center? |
A: To get your facility enrolled
as a Tennis Welcome center, click HERE for an online application, or visit Partners.TennisWelcomeCenter.com for
more information.
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13.
Do I need to know the Rules of Tennis before I can start
playing? |
A: While it is important
to know the Rules of Tennis if you are going to be competing
in tournaments, leagues, or team play, it is not necessary for you
to know every rule in the book while you're getting started. To
learn a few basics to help you begin, click
here.
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14.
Should I know any rules of etiquette? |
A: Having good sportsmanship
is a large part of playing and having fun with tennis. Click
here for a few basic tips on etiquette. Back
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