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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.

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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 11, 2026 12 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 11, 2026 9 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 11, 2026 13 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 10, 2026 10 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 10, 2026 11 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 10, 2026 10 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 9, 2026 9 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 8, 2026 9 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 8, 2026 13 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 7, 2026 10 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 7, 2026 12 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 6, 2026 11 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 6, 2026 9 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 6, 2026 11 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 4, 2026 9 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Oct 3, 2026 10 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Sep 30, 2026 13 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Jul 13, 2026 11 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Jun 11, 2026 4 min
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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.

Samuel Duc Jun 10, 2026 5 min
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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.

Samuel Duc May 29, 2026 7 min
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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.

Samuel Duc May 29, 2026 8 min
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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.

Samuel Duc May 28, 2026 8 min
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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.

Samuel Duc May 28, 2026 5 min
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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.

Samuel Duc May 28, 2026 7 min
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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.

Samuel Duc May 28, 2026 7 min
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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.

Samuel Duc May 28, 2026 8 min

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