Side-by-Side Tennis is a beginner-friendly doubles experience where one adult and one youth (ages 6-14) partner to play together as a team. Using the Red Ball format with smaller courts, slower balls, and simplified scoring, tennis becomes easy to learn, active, and fun for new players.

Participants build skills through guided practice sessions and enjoy friendly match play in a welcoming, supportive environment. No tennis experience is required. The format is designed so most teams can rally and begin playing points within minutes.

Who Can Play

Teams consist of:

• 1 adult partner +1 youth player (ages 6–14)

Adult partners may be parents, mentors, grandparents, coaches, teachers, family friends, or other supportive adults. Youth participants may also be matched with a volunteer adult partner when available. All equipment is provided, making it easy for new players and families to try tennis together.