Many people learn the fundamentals of tennis during junior high school or high school, while taking regular physical education classes. People who want to really learn everything there is to know about tennis, however, usually go to professional tennis schools or private coaches. No matter which way you learn tennis, you have to start with the basics.
Before you even step foot on the court, you can get some good information on the game from the USTA, or United States Tennis Association. They have a website where you can learn about the basics of tennis, find out about schools, coaches, and leagues, and also find out about the current professional players and professional and amateur tournaments that are happening each year. The USTA is a treasure chest of tennis information, and keeping updated on what they have to say is a good way to stay informed about all aspects of the game.
When you sign up with a tennis school or private coach, you’ll start by learning the basic rules of the game. You play tennis by hitting a ball over a net to your opponent, using a tennis racket. When you hit the ball to your opponent, it must hit between the lines of the court. A ball that is outside the boundary lines on the first bounce after being hit to the other side is considered out. You are allowed to be outside the lines when you volley the ball, however; it is only the ball that must stay within the boundaries.
In tennis there is a certain way of scoring, and there are detailed regulations to follow, so that the game stays fair for everyone. When you are learning the game, you will find out about all these details. Though you may be eager just to play, you have to know the rules in order to learn the game correctly.