Tennis is a fun sport for active people of all ages, and it can provide both physical and mental exercise. If you’re thinking about taking tennis lessons but have never played before, you may not know what clothes are most appropriate and comfortable to wear. Beavercreek Clay Courts Tennis Club (BCCTB) of Greene County, OH, shares some helpful tips as you select your tennis ensemble.

Tennis is a very active game, and you can work up quite a sweat while playing. That’s why it’s important to wear breathable clothes. Avoid heavy cotton or wool and go for synthetic fabrics like polyester or Lycra blends. Cooler clothes will be safer as they can keep you from getting overheated.

The clothes you select should also be flexible and allow for a wide range of movement. Tight clothes can restrict your shoulder movements and slow you down. Go after that ball with gusto in loose and comfortable clothes.

Men usually opt for shorts and a short-sleeve shirt while women often go with sleeveless tops and skirts that allow for great movement. White or other light colors reflect rather than absorb heat from the sun, so it’s best to choose your clothes from the paler hues.

Most tennis clothes come with pockets where you can keep a spare ball. This keeps you from having to hold up your game by chasing after runaway balls. Stay focused by having a spare ball always on hand.

Perhaps the most important article of your tennis ensemble will be your shoes. Wear shoes with good grips that allow for agility and movement but also have ventilation. Keep an extra pair of socks on hand, so your feet don’t get sweaty and chafe.

Wearing the right clothing when you play is essential. Whether you’re new to tennis and want to start off on the right foot or are just out of practice, BCCTB has a variety of options that can help you improve your game. They offer lessons, clinics, and even a tennis league. They just opened their brand-new facilities, which include five Hard-Tru clay courts. They plan to open three hard surface pickleball courts in the spring of 2018. Contact them today at (937) 956-8864 and visit their website to learn more about their membership.