To hold a tennis racket correctly, you will need to place your dominant hand at the base of the handle with your thumb pointing down. Then, wrap your fingers around the handle and grip the racket tightly. Your other hand should be placed at the top of the handle, with your thumb and index finger gripping the racket. Make sure to keep both hands close to each other when gripping the racket.
Tennis rackets come in different shapes and sizes
Some rackets are shaped like a triangle, while others are more curved. It is important to find the right sized racket for your height and arm length. When choosing a racket, make sure the strings are facing the ground when you hold it out in front of you.
The grip of the racket is also important
You should make sure that your hands are in the correct position and that you are gripping the racket tightly. This will help you to hit the ball more easily and control the racket better. If you grip the racket too tightly, you will not be able to generate as much power when hitting the ball. Instead, try to relax your grip and let the racket do the work. A good way to practice this is by doing some shadow swings without a ball.
Learn the basic strokes – forehand, backhand, volley, and serve
- The forehand is the most basic stroke in tennis: To hit a forehand, you will need to stand sideways to the net with your dominant foot forward. Grip the racket with your dominant hand and hold it in front of your body. Swing the racket across your body and hit the ball with the palm of your hand. Make sure to keep your arm straight when hitting the ball.
- The backhand is also a basic stroke in tennis: To hit a backhand, you will need to stand sideways to the net with your dominant foot forward. Grip the racket with your dominant hand and hold it behind your body. Swing the racket across your body and hit the ball with the back of your hand. Make sure to keep your arm straight when hitting the ball.
- The volley is a basic stroke used when you are at the net: To volley, you will need to be at the net and in position to hit the ball. Grip the racket with both hands and hold it at waist height. Swing the racket forward and hit the ball with an open hand. Make sure to keep your arm straight when hitting the ball.
- The serve is also a basic stroke in tennis: To serve, you will need to stand at one end of the court with both feet together. Grip the racket with both hands and hold it above your head with your arms bent. Swing your arms down and hit the ball on the strings. The serve is one of the most important strokes in tennis, so make sure to practice it often.
How to hold tennis racket
Now that you know how to hold a tennis racket correctly, you need to learn the basic strokes. The forehand is the most basic stroke in tennis and is hit with your dominant hand. To hit a forehand, stand sideways to the net with your dominant foot forward. Grip the racket with your dominant hand and hold it in front of your body. Swing the racket across your body and hit the ball with the palm of your hand. Make sure to keep your arm straight when hitting the ball.
The backhand is also a basic stroke in tennis and is hit with your non-dominant hand. To hit a backhand, stand sideways to the net with your non-dominant foot forward. The volley is a basic stroke used when you are at the net and is hit with both hands. To volley, you will need to be at the net and in position to hit the ball. The serve is also a basic stroke in tennis and is hit with both hands. To serve, stand at one end of the court with both feet together.
Be aware of your opponent’s strengths and weaknesses
When playing against an opponent, it is important to be aware of their strengths and weaknesses. If you know what shots they are good at, you can plan your game around avoiding these shots. If you know which shots they are weakest at, you can take advantage of this by hitting these shots often. By knowing your opponent’s strengths and weaknesses, you can become a better player and have a better chance of winning the match.
Take care of your tennis racket so it will last longer
- Clean the racket after every use with a damp cloth
- Store the racket in a dry place when not in use
- Apply tennis racket protection to the frame and strings of the racket before storing
- Do not leave the racket in direct sunlight
- Do not store the racket in a humid place
