It only takes one other person to play tennis, and you can work on your serve on a court or practice groundstrokes and volleys against a wall or backboard by yourself. Successful tennis players come in all sizes and shapes.

Tennis - Statistics & Facts. The exact roots from where tennis originates are unclear, however, it is plain to see that it has grown into a truly global sport. With Grand Slam tournaments spanning three continents - Europe, North America, and Australia - professional tennis certainly throws this into relief.

Tennis is a good sport for maintaining health, fitness, strength and agility. It also has social and psychological benefits. You can play with a club or with friends and family as a social activity.