Get out and play - Celebrate National Tennis Month this May!

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Gear up for the month of May as we roll out a calendar filled with fun events, exclusive play opportunities and tennis-tastic happenings, all leading up to the grand celebration of National Tennis Month! Click a state below to find a National Tennis Month event nearby!

Not from the Midwest? Find more events here!

Tennis is goooooood for you.

The past four years have seen participation in the sport skyrocket: According to the Physical Activity Council’s latest participation report, a whopping 23.8 million Americans served, returned and scored in 2023 – up 34% since 2019. 

“Tennis is the ideal sport for individuals and families of all ages and abilities, with extensive health and wellness benefits,” said Brian Hainline, Chairman of the Board and President, USTA.

According to multiple sources and studies, tennis has been shown to have a significant positive impact on the health of participants. Included in the effects: Tennis players on average lived an additional 9.7 years longer than sedentary individuals; the 9.7 additional years for tennis players ranked highest among all sports included within the study, beating out soccer by 5 years (4.7), cycling by 6 years (3.7), swimming by 6.3 years (3.4) and jogging by 6.5 years (3.2); participation in racquet sports improves your cardiovascular fitness; it reduces stress; and can help you form new, social relationships.

So what are you waiting for? Come grab a racquet, a ball, a friend and hit your nearest public court.