Can 70 year olds play tennis?

There are actually a lot of advantages to playing tennis as you age. Tennis is a very popular sport for many seniors, and for good reason. It can not only be extremely healthy, but it’s also a sport seniors can compete in and master.

Can a 50 year old play tennis?

There really is no age cutoff for playing tennis. You can begin as a kid or you can begin later in life, and you’ll enjoy it just as much. Contact Us to learn more about getting started with adult tennis lessons and fitness training.

Why can tennis be played at any age?

You can play at whatever level you would like because all you have to do is move at whatever speed feels right. The game also allows you to take your time between serves if you need to. Tennis is a game that allows for singles or doubles. Many people play on a weekly, or more frequent, basis with a regular group.

How can I play tennis as I get older?

The following ideas have worked for singles and doubles, seniors and players of other ages as well:

1. Get a good warm-up.
2. Start inside the baseline.
3. Keep points short.
4. Use the drop shot often.
5. Use the lob.
6. Keep the ball low.
7. Happy feet.
8. Stay well hydrated.

Can I start playing tennis at 40?

Yes! Tennis is a sport that suits players in their 40s and up. Tennis is an excellent way to get exercise and fill your after-work-hours and weekends with something rewarding. You can start playing for fun with a very small learning curve and even get into competitive tennis soon after that.

Can I play tennis every day?

So if you’re in good health, and under age 30, you can safely play at a high level 3-4 times per week. If you’re between 30-50, 2-3 times per week is a good number. After age 50, you might not want to play competitive tennis more than twice a week, and if you must exceed that number, keep the 3rd match friendly.

Can I learn tennis at 45?

Yes! Tennis is a sport that suits players in their 40s and up. Assuming you are able bodied and in stable health, tennis is easy to learn even later in life. The concept is easy to understand and you can learn the fundamentals within a few months, or faster if you take lessons.

Do you have to be tall to play tennis?

Size does matter — for reach, pace and angles, at the net, on groundstrokes, and especially on the serve. Five of the 16 men in the fourth round of singles at the United States Open are at least 6-5, and seven of the 16 women are at least 5-10. Lack of stature is not disqualifying, by any means.