Things You'll Need:
- Tennis racket
- Can of tennis balls
- Wristband
- Sneakers
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Step 1
Buy a tennis racket. You will probably want to buy your first racket from a sporting goods store rather than online so you can choose based on how the racket feels in your hand. A more expensive racket will last longer, but it's not necessary to spend a lot of money if you're a beginner--just choose something that is comfortable to hold.
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Step 2
Purchase some tennis balls. Most brands of balls will play well when they are new--if you choose a name-brand ball like Wilson or Penn they will generally keep their bounce longer. Buy a large can of balls--if you limit yourself to a three ball can, you will spend lots of time retrieving balls rather than learning how to hit the ball.
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Step 3
Invest in a wristband or two. Wristbands protect your wrists from injury, so it's worth it to have them on hand.
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Step 4
Make sure your sneakers are good. Check the bottom of your shoes to make sure they have some tread left and are non-marking. If they're too worn, purchase a new pair.
