anne marie tennis center: The Complete Guide for Beginners

Okay, so, I’ve been hitting up the Anne Marie Tennis Center lately, and let me tell you, it’s been quite the experience. I’m not exactly a pro, more like a “let’s see where this goes” kind of player. But hey, everyone’s gotta start somewhere, right?

First off, I got there, and I joined the group. Turns out, they meet up every Monday, Thursday, and Sunday. Oh, and they also play at Northside ISD Tennis Center on Sundays too. It was a good mix of people – some were total beginners like me, others were clearly way more advanced. But everyone was super chill and welcoming, which was a relief.

anne marie tennis center: The Complete Guide for Beginners

Then, I tried to get a grip on the basics. I mean, serving? It’s way harder than it looks! I was trying to figure out where to stand, how to hold the racquet, and not send the ball flying into the next court. They told me to start slow. Also, I learned about the court lines and all that jazz. Apparently, there’s a whole science to where you’re supposed to be on the court, depending on what’s happening in the game. Who knew?

One thing I messed up a couple of times was some basic rules. Like, did you know there are specific rules about serving? Yeah, I definitely served a few…let’s call them “creative” serves that weren’t exactly by the book. And apparently, there’s tennis etiquette too. I still need to be very careful. I’m pretty sure I committed a few faux pas, but everyone was cool about it. They just gently corrected me, which I appreciated.

Gears and Schedule

Before I went, I made sure I had the right shoes. They emphasized wearing smooth-sole tennis shoes – no chunky sneakers allowed, I guess. And they said to bring no more than six tennis balls per court. Makes sense, you don’t want balls flying everywhere.

  • Shoes: Smooth-sole tennis shoes are a must.
  • Tennis Balls: A maximum of six per court.
  • Schedule: Most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk. But Central Park opens at 7:00 a.m., and Randall’s Island is open from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. So, check the schedule before you go!

I also found out that they’re pretty active on Facebook, the Anne-Marie Tennis Center page. I followed them to keep up with any events or updates. It is a good way to get connected, right?

anne marie tennis center: The Complete Guide for Beginners

All in all, it’s been a fun and humbling experience. I’m still figuring things out, making mistakes, and learning a lot. But that’s part of the fun, right? If you’re thinking about picking up tennis, I’d say go for it! Just be prepared to laugh at yourself a lot, especially in the beginning.

Oh, and one last thing – I saw a few people there who were really, really good. Like, pro-level good. It was inspiring to watch them play. Maybe one day, I’ll get there. But for now, I’m just happy to be out there, getting some exercise, and meeting new people. Tennis, anyone?

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