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Tactics, rules deep-dives, beginner guides and stories from the court โ everything worth reading before your next session. Written by the people who run the nights.
Tennis in Phuket for Visitors: Seasons & How to Book
Playing tennis in Phuket on a trip? How the green season changes your plans, which areas suit which stay, covered courts, resort courts and how to book.
Tennis Skill Levels: What Each Level Looks Like on Court
Tennis skill levels in plain English: five on-court stages from beginner to competitive, with self-tests and rough NTRP, UTR and WTN numbers to match.
USTA Tennis Rating Scale: Levels, Leagues and How It Works
The USTA rating scale from 1.5 to 7.0: which levels leagues use, how ratings are issued and appealed, and how to choose a level if you play outside the US.
Lapangan Tenis Terdekat: Find and Book a Court in Indonesia
Searching lapangan tenis terdekat? What the Indonesian terms mean, how courts in Jakarta, Bali and Surabaya take bookings, and how to avoid a wasted trip.
Tennis Scoring Terms: Love, Deuce, Advantage, 15-30-40
Tennis scoring terms in plain English: what love, deuce, advantage, break point and bagel mean, plus where 15-30-40 comes from and what historians dispute.
Wall Tennis Drills: Practise Alone and Actually Improve
Ten wall tennis drills for solo practice: rallies, volleys, serves and footwork, with targets, distances and the mistakes that stop a wall session helping.
Tennis Ranking System: How ATP, WTA & ITF Rankings Work
How the tennis ranking system works: ATP, WTA and ITF junior rankings, rolling 52-week points, and why a ranking is not the same as an amateur rating.
Tennis Footwork: Split Step, Recovery and 6 Drills
Tennis footwork explained for club players: the split step, adjustment steps, recovery and six drills you can run with one partner or alone, with targets.
Cardio Tennis: What a Session Looks Like and Who It Suits
What cardio tennis is, how a one-hour session is structured, what the research says about intensity, and who it suits compared with lessons and match play.
Tennis Ball Types: Pressurised, Pressureless and Stages
Tennis ball types explained: ITF Type 1, 2, 3 and high altitude, pressurised vs pressureless, and the red, orange and green stages. Which to buy and when.
Padel vs Tennis: Differences That Matter on Court
Padel vs tennis compared: court size, walls, serve, racket, scoring and learning curve, plus an honest way to decide which one suits how you like to play.
How to Serve in Tennis: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
Learn how to serve in tennis: grip, stance, toss, swing and follow-through in plain steps, the rules that cause faults, and a simple practice plan.
Tennis Drills for Beginners: 12 to Run With One Partner
Twelve beginner tennis drills you can run with one partner and a can of balls: rallying, volleys, serves and footwork, with targets so you know you're improving.
Tennis Grip Size: How to Measure It and Pick the Right One
Not sure which tennis grip size fits? Two quick tests, a size chart from 4 to 4 3/4 inches, and how overgrips and sleeves fine-tune the fit between sizes.
Tennis String Tension: What It Changes and Where to Start
Not sure what string tension to pick? What lower and higher tension change, a starting point by string type, how to adjust, and why strings go dead.
Pickleball vs Tennis: Court, Rules and Which to Pick Up
Pickleball vs tennis compared: court size, net height, serve, scoring and equipment, plus an honest way to decide which sport suits you and your game.
Tennis Court Dimensions: Singles, Doubles & Run-Off
Tennis court dimensions in metres and feet: singles and doubles size, service boxes, net height, and the run-off space usually left around the lines.
Tennis Court Surfaces: Hard, Clay, Grass & Turf Compared
How hard, clay, grass and artificial turf courts differ in speed, bounce and body load, how the ITF rates pace, and how to pick a surface that suits your game.
How Amateur Tennis Tournaments Work: Draws & Formats
How amateur tennis tournaments work: knockout, round robin and compass draws, seeds and byes, match scoring, and what to expect on your first tournament day.
Super Tie-Break Rules: How the 10-Point Tiebreak Works
Super tie-break rules in plain English: first to 10 points, win by two, who serves when, when players change ends, plus doubles order and simple strategy.
How to Find Tennis Players When You Move Abroad
Moved to a new country and know nobody on court? A practical plan for finding hitting partners: clubs, groups, ratings, and what to do in your first 30 days.
How Tennis Scoring Works: Points, Games & Sets
How tennis scoring works, step by step: love, 15, 30, 40, deuce, games, sets, tie-breaks and match tie-breaks, plus how casual players keep score fairly.
Tennis Doubles Rules: Serving Order, Alleys & Positions
Tennis doubles rules in plain English: how the serving and receiving order works, when the alleys are in play, tie-breaks, lets, and common arguments settled.
Tennis in Hanoi for Visitors: Seasons, Clubs & Booking
Visiting Hanoi with a racket? How the humid summer and drizzly spring change your game, which venues take visitors, and how to book academy and club courts.
Tennis in Da Nang for Visitors: Seasons, Resorts & Booking
Visiting Da Nang with a racket? How the dry season and the October rains change your plans, which resort and public courts the directory lists, and how to book.
Indoor Tennis in Singapore: Covered Courts for Rain & Heat
Indoor tennis in Singapore is scarce. See which indoor courts the directory lists, how lightning and rain stop outdoor play, and how to plan a wet-weather fallback.
Cebu Tennis for Visitors: Weather, Access & Booking
Visiting Cebu with a racket? How the wet season shapes your game, which courts suit visitors, which clubs are private, and how to book without losing a day.
Tennis in Surabaya for Visitors: Heat, Courts & Booking
Visiting Surabaya with a racket? How the wet and dry seasons shape your game, the kinds of court on offer, and what to ask before you book as a guest.
Tennis in Manila for Visitors: Heat, Rain & Access
Visiting Manila with a racket? How the rainy and dry seasons shape your game, why court access works differently here, and how to line up a game as a guest.
Tennis in Penang for Visitors: Heat, Rain & Booking
Planning to play tennis in Penang? How heat, humidity and the wet months shape your day, what kinds of courts exist, and how a visitor should approach booking.
Tennis in Chiang Mai: Seasons, Smoke Season & Booking
Planning to play tennis in Chiang Mai? How the cool, hot and rainy seasons and the smoky months change your game, and how to book public, club and resort courts.
Tennis in Jakarta for Visitors: Heat, Rain & Booking
Visiting Jakarta with a racket? How the wet and dry seasons shape your game, the main kinds of court, and what to ask before you book as a guest.
Tennis on Koh Samui for Visitors: Courts, Weather & Booking
Planning to play tennis on Koh Samui? How the rainy season affects your plans, which side suits your trip, and how to book public and resort courts.
Tennis Etiquette: 15 Unwritten Rules for Every Player
Tennis etiquette for club and social players: 15 unwritten rules on line calls, serving, doubles, shared courts and sportsmanship, so you never start an argument.
Tennis in Kuala Lumpur for Visitors: Heat, Booking & Rules
Visiting KL and want to play tennis? How heat and afternoon storms shape your day, how public and club courts differ, and what guests should check first.
Tennis Warm-Up: A 10-Minute Routine Before You Play
A tennis warm-up you can finish in ten minutes: pulse raiser, dynamic stretches, mini-tennis and serve prep, plus how to adjust it for heat and humid climates.
ActiveSG Tennis Booking Guide: Public Courts in Singapore
How booking public tennis courts in Singapore works: the ActiveSG ballot, peak and non-peak rates, the two-slot quota and when to rent private courts.
Tennis Doubles Strategy: Positioning, Tactics & Talk
Tennis doubles strategy for club players: the four formations, where to stand on serve and return, when to poach, and how to talk so you win more points.
LCSD Tennis Court Booking in Hong Kong: A Visitor's Guide
How Hong Kong's public tennis courts are booked through SmartPLAY, what hourly rates look like, where indoor and club courts fit, and what visitors should check.
Mixed Doubles Tennis: Rules, Strategy & How to Win
Mixed doubles tennis explained: how the rules and scoring work, where to stand, how to share the court with a partner, and tactics that win at club level.
Tennis Lessons in Singapore: Academies, Coaches & Prices
How to choose tennis lessons in Singapore: public-court coaching, private academies, hotel and indoor venues, what private lessons cost, and how to start playing.
Tennis for Beginners: How to Start Playing in 2026
Tennis for beginners: the rules in plain English, the gear you need, how to take your first lessons and how to find people at your level to play with.
Tennis in Bali for Visitors: Seasons, Courts & Booking
Planning to play tennis in Bali? How the dry and wet seasons change your game, which areas suit which trip, and how to book resort, club and academy courts.
Tennis UTR Rating Explained: Scale, Maths, How to Get One
What a tennis UTR rating is, how the 1-16.5 scale is calculated from match results, how to get a first rating, and what a good UTR looks like for adults.
World Tennis Number Explained: the ITF 40-to-1 Scale
The ITF World Tennis Number runs from 40 (beginner) down to 1 (elite). Learn how WTN is calculated, what confidence means, and how to read your own number.
UTR vs NTRP vs WTN: How the Rating Scales Compare
UTR, NTRP and WTN do not convert exactly. See how the three tennis rating scales compare, a rough guide to where they overlap, and how to use it.
NTRP Rating Explained: The Scale, and How to Rate Yourself
What an NTRP rating is, what each level looks like on court, how self and computer ratings differ, and how to rate yourself without getting it wrong.
What Is Social Tennis? How to Find Games & Play More
Social tennis explained: what it means, how it differs from leagues and ladders, and practical ways to find regular games and play more โ wherever you live.
Tennis in Bangkok: Heat, Rain & the Best Times to Play
When and where to play tennis in Bangkok through the heat and the monsoon โ the best times of day, the rainy-season playbook, and the indoor courts that never cancel.
How to Choose a Tennis Club in Bangkok (2026)
How to choose the right tennis club in Bangkok โ access models, coaching, community, costs, and a simple decision framework for your level, budget and area.
Best Social & Sports Clubs in Bangkok for Tennis Players
Discover the top social and sports clubs in Bangkok where you can play tennis, meet fellow players, and build a community โ a practical guide for expats and locals.
Tennis Coach in Bangkok: Best Coaches & Academies 2026
Compare tennis coaches in Bangkok: private lessons, group clinics and academy programmes for adults and juniors, with honest pros and cons for each.
Beginner Tennis Tournaments in Bangkok: How to Start Competing
How beginner and intermediate players can start competing in Bangkok: club events, social formats, what to expect and how to prepare for your first match.
Best Indoor Tennis Courts in Bangkok
A verified guide to indoor and covered tennis courts in Bangkok, with notes on facilities, booking style, and who each venue suits best.
Best Tennis Courts in Bangkok: Clubs, Indoor & Public
A practical shortlist of the best tennis courts in Bangkok: private clubs, indoor venues, public courts and coaching centres, and who each one suits best.
Tennis Lessons in Bangkok: A Beginner-Friendly Guide
How to choose tennis lessons in Bangkok, from private coaching to group clinics, academy programs and practice studios. Venues and tips for adult beginners.
Tennis Rating Systems Explained: UTR, NTRP, WTN, and Breakers
How tennis rating systems work: UTR, NTRP and WTN side by side, what each number means for an amateur, and how to estimate your own level honestly.
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