Ever wonder why your child can’t sit still—and if that’s actually a bad thing? At Tennis Time Academies, we believe movement isn’t a distraction. It’s a solution. In fact, movement and learning in children go hand in hand. And both educators and coaches know it. From better focus to deeper memory recall, physical activity primes young brains for real growth.
Why Moving Bodies Build Sharper Minds
Whether in the classroom or on the court, movement helps the brain process and retain information. That’s why teachers often pair physical activity with academic learning—like using hand motions to remember math facts or taking movement breaks to reset focus.
With SMART Tennis™, our lessons are designed to work with your child’s brain—not against it. Quick footwork, lateral moves, and eye-tracking drills all support:
- Working memory
- Executive function
- Focus and attention
- Emotional regulation
In other words, your child isn’t just learning tennis—they’re developing the brainpower to thrive in school and in life.
The Science Behind It
Movement activates more of the brain
Research shows that movement increases blood flow to the brain, boosting oxygen and nutrients. It also lights up the same areas responsible for decision-making, problem-solving, and memory. That’s a major win for young learners.
Repetition + Motion = Deeper Learning
Our SMART Tennis™ curriculum builds patterns and muscle memory—just like phonics or multiplication tables. The more kids move with purpose, the stronger their neural connections become. And that translates to better retention, on and off the court.
More Than Just Play
We know it looks like fun (and it is!). But every game, drill, and rally is intentionally designed to support how kids grow and learn. Parents often tell us their children become more focused, confident, and resilient after just a few weeks of classes. That’s not a coincidence. It’s movement at work.
Want to See the Difference?
At Tennis Time Academies, we use our SMART Tennis™ method to help kids build confidence step by step — not just in how they play, but in how they think, move, and show up in the world. Come try a class. Let your child feel success early, experience progress, and start walking a little taller.
Yes! Studies show that short bursts of physical activity improve attention, memory, and behavior—especially in young children who are still developing focus skills.
SMART Tennis™ blends skill-building with brain-boosting movement. Our age-appropriate curriculum helps kids learn tennis *and* strengthens the mental tools they need in school—like coordination, tracking, and following directions.
That’s totally okay! Our program is designed to meet kids where they are. We focus on effort, fun, and progress—not perfection. Every child can benefit from movement, no matter their starting point.
Absolutely. Movement helps release built-up energy and reduce stress, which improves emotional self-control. That’s one reason our students leave class smiling, calm, and ready to take on the day.
