K–6Wellness
Tennis Introduction
Forehand, backhand, and court strategy
Maris
KodaBefore you start
- Age band
- K–6
- Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Quest type
- Hanging Out
- Guardian
- Gilda · Sevier
- Materials needed
- Beginner Tennis Racket
- Tennis Balls (3-pack)
- Tennis Ball Hopper Basket
Why this skill rocks
Grab a racket and learn to hit that fuzzy yellow ball with power and precision! Tennis is a fantastic way to run, jump, and have a blast outside.
2034Where this could take you
You might be volunteering at the Olympic tennis matches, helping players or even inspiring future tennis stars with your own skills on the court.
Optional grown-up materials
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Beginner Tennis Racket
RequiredGet a 27-inch adult racket with a head size between 100–110 sq in — bigger head = larger sweet spot = more forgiveness for beginners. Avoid anything labeled "professional" at this stage.
Tennis Balls (3-pack)
RequiredRegular pressurized tennis balls. Buy the standard can — "low-compression" balls are sometimes marketed for kids but mess with your feel for real ball behavior.
Tennis Ball Hopper Basket
Lets you hit 50+ balls in a row during solo practice without constantly bending over to pick them up. A huge training multiplier once you're drilling seriously.