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Quickstart Tennis Format

QuickStart Tennis is a new format to help kids ten and under learn and play the game QuickStart Tennis is tennis scaled to fit the size, age and abilities of young players. It is based on six key specifications: court size, net height, age, ball speed and weight, size of racquet and scoring. The court dimensions should be different for children under eight and ten years of age. A 36 foot court is used for children eight and under and a 60 foot court for children ten and under. QuickStart Tennis is a collaborative effort between the USTA Player Development and Community Tennis departments, TIA, USPTA, PTR, and Tennis Equipment Manufacturers.

The goals for Quick Start Tennis are to: •	Increase the number of beginning players ages 5 to 10 •	Increase the retention of players ages 5 to 10 and beyond •	Improve the technical, tactical and physical development of players ages 5 to 10 •	Develop future champions •	Improve the wellness of youth playing tennis