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Photographer: Andrew Gyopar
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Tennis is a fun, social, healthy sport and whether you're a junior or senior, looking at getting on the professional circuit, playing local competitions and tournaments or returning back to the game after some time away, Tennis Victoria runs programs to help you get started and to enhance your development as well as tournaments and competitions to suit your needs.
For more information on all the programs run by Tennis Victoria for people of all ages and backgrounds, please use the navigation links above or below.
How can I learn?
Tennis Victoria runs entry level program opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to get involved in tennis. These programs include:
Having lessons from a qualified tennis coach is also great way to start. A coach can put you in a class with people of the same standard, or you can choose to get private one-on-one lessons. Once you've learnt how to hit the ball you can then start to play a game. To find your nearest registered coach, use the search engine on the right hand side of this page.
What equipment do I need?
All you'll need is a tennis racquet and some tennis balls. Choose a racquet to suit your age and tennis experience. If you are learning to play for the first time, you should choose a light racquet which may be slightly shorter than a normal tennis racquet. Your tennis coach or local sports store will be able to help you choose the right racquet.
How old should I be?
Tennis is great because it is a game that can be played for life, starting from as young as three years of age.
What do I wear?
The most important thing you will need to wear is a pair of tennis shoes that will give you good support when you're out on the court. Ask for help at any sports store when you are buying your tennis shoes. Most tennis players wear a polo shirt or T-shirt, tennis shorts or a skirt and a tracksuit.
Do I have to join a club to play Tennis?
It is a good idea to join a club because there are many activities you will be able to join in with such as fun days, social events, coaching, competitions and tournaments. There are almost 1,000 Tennis Victoria affiliated clubs throughout Victoria and to find a club near you, please use the 'Help me ... find a Tennis Club' application to the right of this screen. If you join an affiliated club, you will automatically become a Tennis Victoria member, allowing you to take advantage of great member benefits.
Local clubs run open days throughout the year which allow you to utilise the facilities and meet club representatives and coaches without feeling obliged to join. Click here to see if there is an open day coming up soon in your area.
You can also play tennis with friends at school, hit against a wall or play in the street. To find your nearest Tennis Victoria affiliated club, use the search engine on the right hand side.
Are tournaments or competitions your thing? For information on the Tennis Victoria sanctioned tournaments click here.
Click here if you want to know how Tennis Victoria helps support our young tennis stars of tomorrow and learn more about the player pathway in Victoria.
Associations and regions stage competitions involving their local member clubs combining competition with the social aspect of the game. For information on associations and regions throughout, Victoria click here.
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