How do you find the right tennis racket for children?

Several aspects play an important role when buying a children's tennis racket.

1. When the child is standing upright with the racket hanging down in their hand, the frame of the ra cket should be about 3 cm from the ground. If the frame of the racket touches the ground, it is too big and will hinder the child's play. In principle, the smaller of two possible tennis rackets should always be chosen.
2. The racket handle should be thin enough for the child to grip it well. If the grip is too thick or too thin, the child is tempted to hold the racket too tightly, which hinders fluid racket control and can lead to injuries.
3. Beginners should be able to maneuver the racket easily. The shorter children's rackets are usually made of aluminum (length 17-23 inches). These have the advantage that they are relatively light and children can handle them well. Longer children's rackets (25-26 inches) are available in both aluminum and graphite (ideal for ambitious children and teenagers). Tennis rackets with a composite frame are somewhat harder and more comfortable. These have a fiberglass or graphite reinforcement on the shaft and heart.
4. Children's rackets are generally strung at the factory. This string is sufficient to test the racket. For long-term play, the racket should be restrung. In case of doubt, the factory string has been on the racket for several months and has had to withstand different storage conditions.

Important: When choosing the best children's tennis racket,individual playing ability shouldalways be taken into account. The following overview can serve as a guide: