Cardio Tennis – A (Fitness) Party on the Tennis Court

Guide To Chicagoland Tennis Cardio Tennis – A (Fitness) Party on the Tennis Court

EFFORT WINS OUT OVER SCORE IN THIS ACTION-PACKED CLASS

Cardio Tennis is a unique group fitness program that gives people the opportunity to play tennis while achieving a full-body workout.

Cardio Tennis is played on a tennis court and led by a tennis coach. But unlike a traditional tennis lesson, the emphasis is on movement rather than technique. You won’t necessarily perfect your backhand or your overhead playing Cardio Tennis but you will increase you court coverage and anticipation, and burn up to 1,000 calories in an hour (for men, 500 for women).

Music is key to Cardio Tennis, helping to keep energy high. The class format is similar to other fitness classes and consists of a warm-up, cardio drills and games, and a cool down. Players can use heart rate monitors and fitness props like agility ladders and cones. Lower compression balls can extend the length of points allowing an even greater workout.

For beginner players, it can be a better workout than traditional tennis because the instructor keeps the balls coming at a fast pace.

Cardio Tennis is growing at a rapid rate. A recent national survey conducted by the Tennis Industry Association, showed that Cardio Tennis was ranked No. 1 of 118 sports and activities in year-over-year growth.

Cardio Tennis is offered at clubs and in parks across Chicagoland. Check our business listing on page 12 to find a location near you.