Is your child full of energy and ready to try something new? Tennis is one of the best ways for kids to stay active, gain confidence, and learn focus — all while having fun. At Tennis Time Academies, we specialize in youth tennis programs built for Charlotte-area families, starting as young as age 3.
In this quick guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about kids tennis in Charlotte — from age groups to what gear you need, how our SMART Tennis system works, and how to find the right class for your child.
Why Tennis is a Great Sport for Kids
Tennis teaches discipline, coordination, and confidence. Unlike team sports, kids get individual attention while still enjoying group play.
At TTA, we use our SMART Tennis approach — which stands for Strategy, Movement, Angles, Rallying, and Technique — to build strong foundations in every student, starting from day one.
What Age Should Kids Start Tennis?
Your child can start as young as age 3 in our Little Bouncers classes. These sessions are movement-based, fun, and focus on building hand-eye coordination.
By age 7–10, many kids move into our Beginners classes and begin learning basic strokes and rallying — still in a play-first environment.
What to Expect in a Beginner Tennis Class
Classes are designed to be energetic, age-appropriate, and confidence-boosting. In a typical class, your child will:
- Warm up with agility and movement games
- Practice basic strokes like forehands, backhands, and volleys
- Work on rallying, footwork, and SMART Tennis concepts
- Wrap up with fun games that reinforce skills
Groups are split by age and level, and our coaches are trained to adapt the pace for every child.
How Much Do Tennis Lessons Cost in Charlotte?
We keep things simple and affordable for families:
- Little Bouncers (ages 3–6): Starting at $59/month
- Beginner Classes (ages 7–10 & 11+): $89/month for one weekly class
- Add a second or third class per week for even more savings (up to $144/month)
Many families start with our SMART Start Trial, which lets you try a class before committing to a full month. We also offer sibling discounts and seasonal bundle options.
How to Choose the Best Tennis Coach for Your Child
Here’s what to look for:
- Coaches who understand how to teach young kids
- Patience, energy, and positive reinforcement
- Certification — all our TTA coaches are SMART Tennis Certified
- A teaching style that mixes structure with play
Our coaches aren’t just teaching tennis — they’re helping kids love the sport and build confidence on and off the court.
We provide beginner rackets during trial classes. When you’re ready to buy, we recommend our SMART Racket — designed just for young players.
Tennis shoes or sneakers with grip, and comfy athletic clothes.
Yes! We love having parents observe, especially for younger players.
No problem — we offer flexible makeup options throughout the month.
Bonus: Can Kids Learn Tennis at Home?
Absolutely! If your child is excited to keep learning between classes, we’ve got simple at-home SMART drills and gear that make it easy. Our SMART Racket is lightweight and perfect for backyard or driveway practice.
Want some fun ideas to get started? Check out our blog on 3 Ways to Practice Tennis at Home Without a Court — it’s full of creative games you can play right in your living room or backyard.
We know homeschoolers love flexibility and independent learning. That’s why we created tools you can use even outside of class.
- SMART Racket™ – Lightweight and sized for younger players
- The Parent’s Guide to Youth Tennis – Full of visuals, cue words, and at-home activity ideas to help you coach with confidence
Pairing our classes with at-home practice helps your child improve even faster.
👉 Get The Parent’s Guide to Youth Tennis
Ready to Get Started?
We’d love to welcome you and your child to Tennis Time Academies. Whether you’re new to tennis or coming back after a break, our SMART Tennis system makes learning fun, safe, and effective from the start.
👉 Try the SMART Start Trial
👉 Shop SMART Racket for Young Players
