I just turned 29 on April 16th of this year and my first time hitting a tennis ball yesterday I hope to go to the u.s open eventually so save this post and mark my words
You could enter local tournaments and your club and around your country entering tournaments too but realistically highly unlikely starting at 29 to win the US Open, Wimbledon or any other huge main event.
Literally impossible. Lower your standards. If you reach 4.5 level, that’s a pretty good accomplishment. I’m a 5.0 19 year old and my chances are pretty much gone as well
I have started playing tennis when I was 15. Almost everyone was saying that it was too late to become a pro player. But I thought that they don't know who am I and nobody other can tell me what is possible for me or not. If I wanna be better than the others I have to improveing myself faster, so I have to train more and harder. Only I know what am I able to achieve. Yes, it's hard- but it's also possible. It was 3,5 years ago and since I have started living my dreams I am really happy. I train all days (2 or 3 trainings a day), I have a wonderful coach and all my club helps me a lot. It depends on you- not what the other people say. I play tournaments ( national) and I know that the only thing I need is to be patient. I won't be pro at the age of 20 (like those who has started earlier) but I can become a pro player a little later. Not only time does matter. It's also diet, regeneration, how fast are you learning, how good is your coach, how much can you train, mind-set, fitness trainings and what is the most important thing- fire inside your hearth and love what you do. Now I don't hope I can achieve me goals- I know it. Remember- only you create your future. Good luck 👊
Heyy!! im 15 and stressed out if I should give tennis a shot because I started late..so if we could please GET IN TOUCH it would be great if you could leave your Instagram handle:)
I started learning tennis at 28, now 9 months later I'm playing at about UTSA3.5 level with guys in my community and constantly improving, I still remember 2 months ago I thought these guys were good, now I could "bully" them from time to time. I'm lucky to have a very good coach, he has many juniors that are definitely going to end up in D1,D2 collage leagues. My goal is one day to reach USTA 5.0
He is not wrong. Father is in late 50's going into 60 soon Currently a 2x Champion Holder at the Sports Club he is at. He plays every day and never stops. He loves the sport. So it is really never too late.
I started tennis when I was about 14, I took a year off and now I'm getting back into it and if I practice and regain some of those great habits I thing I'll be a good player.
Guys determination is the key :) , don't listen to this jackass I started at 18 and I came up 5th in national tournament in france why? cause I am skilled ik how to react to the ball be smart and whatever age you have, you can acheive whatever you want ! never late for learning
I'm 17 years old and I've been playing since I was 4 years old but I haven't played as much match play as I like can I become a pro at 21 years old if I train everyday, eat healthy, and play in tournaments 😁😎👍
I’m 15 and. I started playing for fun January 2019 and decided to try out June 5th for my high school tennis team I got in and I’m 15 I wish I could’ve gotten into the sport earlier like when I was younger but I’m going to try hard to become a professional tennis player
Abby Madrigal I’m 15 and I’m trying out for my school tennis team too! I’m interested in learning and maybe coming pro! I just feel like I started too late because other pros started at ages 5-10!
Go ahead, if you are talented enough and practice more than usual you have a slight chance, just dont create too much expectations, its a tough reality, most pros started when they were 4-10 max years old, they just have a lifetime of more experience. But if you have talent and train harder than everyone, you migh be able to. Take it seriously, eat healthy, train smart, stretch, work on your conditioning, and develop ur mind, which might be the most important. Wish all the best. Btw, a year later, how u doing?
I wanted to play tennis when I was younger however it was too expensive for my family so I couldn't get into tennis until I was 21, which was the time when I started making my own money with a part-time job.
I believe it depends on the person himself because some people can learn extremely quick. I start playing in 2014 and within 1.5 year I was playing 4-4.5 level tournaments and did pretty well without any coaching. It is very possible but you have to be naturally gifted player and tons of time practicing. making a move to boca to attend FAU and to play at an academy time to take it up a notch
To go pro and make a living at it? Yes it’s too late. To play in tournaments and enjoy the game for life? No. I don’t care if you were a top tier athlete in another sport, it doesn’t convert to tennis. It’d be like saying Federer would’ve been great at baseball. Michael Jordan is a prime example. Below average baseball player (compared to pros) one of the best ever to play basketball. I would probably crush Michael Phelps in tennis as 4.5 player but I couldn’t get across a pool one way before he’d be there and back. It’s like comparing apples to bridges.
Honestly I am devastated that I couldn't play professional tennis. I wanted to compete in international tournaments like the US Open or possibly even Wimbledon a month ago but then I found out I can't. I only started 4 months ago when I was 16 (turned 17 at Sept. 20th) but ever since I started playing, I just wanted to be like federer or nadal, but then again, I found out I discovered tennis too late and at age 16, I'm pretty much out of the race without even beginning. I honestly think it was over and that I wouldn't be able to make it anyway so why am I still playing, practicing and trying hard everytime I grab a tennis racket? This video just made me recognize that it isn't over and that I am just getting started even if I know I cant play in the pro leagues because that doesnt mean I can't be competitive, still aim for the top, have fun, and still love this sport. Thanks Ian. U made me recognize this and it makes me want to try harder, practice more and keep playing even more.
I'm 17 just got into the sport the other day I hope I can do really good. I've had experience in badminton and Squash I really wish I only done tennis when I was young
I’m 11 right now,and I just stared avolving into tennis. I really wish I started earlier but this really helps because some day I’d love to play in tournaments some day
My name is Natalia and i have decided to chase my dream to become a professional tennis player. I was 14 when i started first playing tennis and i learnt it pretty quickly but unfortunately i quitted because of how people made me feel that it was too late plus i live in a such country where it is almost impossible to find a proper coach that puts work in you and believes in you. last summer i wanted to join again but they told me that there were no courts and coaches available so i started working out myself and i realised that theres nothing i love in this world more than tennis. im 18 now and i believe in myself that im gonna make myself proud. i wanna be the inspiration to others who dont believe in themselves because they started late. I promis you all that one day im gonna be an inspiration that the only thing that matters is believing in yourself. I believe in myself and i believe that im gonna be professional tennis player soon. I believe in every one of yall reading this. Thank you for this video been watching you since i was 13
what if i started at the age of 14 and without experience of competition (i mean i play with many colleges but not in a national tournaments because here in Tunisia they don't support tennis too much), i'm 17 now and my level is good,i hit the court every week (everyday if holiday ), i just wanna know my chances! by the way thanks for all the advices,great work, keep it up :)
Pretty high, most professionals started of signing and playing itf tournaments. So begin with lower ranking tournaments so you can get the concept of playing challenger open tournaments , and events. So you will have the knowledge and knowing how to handle playing under pressure. Go to the gym aswell it is very recommended to train offseason and on season most likely 6x to 7x a week. Depends on where you participate in a local tournament. Squats Triceps Rectus Femoris Swimming Wobble Board x50 second each And build it up to 5 min Your triceps and biceps And you're back with pull ups and chin ups.
Oh heyy achref i'm tunisian too, and i'm just so happy to find your comment because i'm starting tennis at your age and i wish that i'll get some advice from you please
@@eyaabid5627 funny that I forgot about this comment till today. I had so much passion for tennis. its been seven years and i was busy finishing my studies I dont play that much now, maybe once a month with friends. if you have a dream of competing chase after it..work hard, take every chance. and keep in mind that nobody is gonna support you here, thats the sad reality. i really hope people with passion like you could make it!
I am 16 I really wanna be a professional tennis player, I am ready to drop everything and be one of the best. I played some tennis when I was 8-9 years old. Can I be professional?
Hello! I started to play tennis 6 years ago and now I'm 48 y.o. I'm russian but I'm living in Finland about 9 years. Unfortunetly I couldn't start to play tennis in my Motherland when I was young. But I was watching tennis by TV for many years and following what tennis players do on the court, I mean tecnique, tactic & strategy. So I can say to everyone from the level of my age: it's never late to start play tennis. Seriously :) Look at my profile picture: I have almost the same topspin FH like Rafa ;) I'm his biggest fan :) It doesn't mean that I try to copy him. Ian, I like your videos very much. It help me to improve my game, step by step. Still struggling with my serve but I'm working on it and hope it'll be work some day! Thanks for you job Ian Say hello to Hoover! :)
I like how he put that ! Pros are 1% of 1% of 1% etc....So true, but doesn't mean that we can't enjoy the game and doesn't mean we can't compete. great video Man!
I'll never make nationals of even a small country, but I enjoy every moment, trying to navigate technique, ball tracking, footwork and even point strategy during rallies. Play until you don't like it.
I'm 28, and I am playing tennis for almost a year and I'm so passionate about it, I'm absolutely fit and fine, wud I be able to do something with tennis or not ??
Yes you can start playing and enjoy the game and entering tournaments but will you become the next Nadal or Federer. Unlikely. They were under 9 when they started!
I started playing tennis when I was in second grade I was 8 and now I’m 15 but I stopped playing for 2 years , not fully I would still play for 7 days a month in that 2 years of break , before that break I used to play seriously and now I started playing again but I am afraid that I wont be good enough to be a professional tennis player cuz of that break
I was professional football player (soccer) since 16 years old on highest level in Slovenia. It bothers me about football that its not a one man team because it doesnt depend all on me and my abilities. I`ve always had tennis in mind but never really tried it. I`m 21 now and thinking of starting. I feel I could do good in this sport but I dont really have much knowledge about it..
I love tennis since i was 6 years old and i started playing it at 11 and i love it more then food.I am from Serbia and my idol is Djokovic and i am so sad when i watch his stories because i want to become a tennis player so much but my father thinks it is toooo much money and because of that i was thiniking am i going to become a tennis player but i belive that i will be because i just have to work hard study hard so my trainers can see that i am good and then they will want me to play tournaments and that is why i belive.
Work as hard as you can with whatever is available. If you start playing as much as possible, working out off court, and developing good nutrition, you will see success in your future. Good luck buddy, you can do it.
My ques: Lan I'm 18 now and I started practising tennis just one year ago and I just play against the wall . Never played on a court . And If I join a club now are there chances for me to become a professional tennis player??
I'm 14 (a girl) and I played tennis for a year and a half but I beet male players who played 3-4 years is it to late to compete and become a tennis player? Thank you!! Love your channel. I would appreciate if you answer
I don't think there's a cut-off age to start tennis, but the important thing is to learn proper technique and stick with it. Progress will be slow at first, but that's how it is when learning anything a little complicated, and tennis is not an easy skill to pick up. I am teaching my wife so I know. When she listened to me and executed her swing, she did well, but when she started to lose patience and wanted to rally faster, everything went out or to the net. You just need to remember to execute the same way with every shot, which is not easy for beginners.
I’m 13 and hope to make the high school tennis team, I have no idea if I can do it. I have my first tennis lesson tomorrow, wish me luck. I feel like I care so much about what others think about me that I would get really discouraged if the nine year old in my lesson group would do better than me. Lol any confidence tips? Thanks
Hi Ian, I am 18 and started at the age of 7. I am a really decent player. I play with with the top players under 16 of the Netherlands, I am pretty athletic. I was wondering if it is too late to play ‘pro tennis’
I started tennis around 9 or 10. My Dream is to be a pro tennis player. Right now i play around two or three times a week sometimes even more. I hope i can achieve my dream.
Hi Sir,I have started Tennis at the age of 19 and successfully I am playing Tennis since more than Ten years.I have improved my groundstrokes and service, My question to you that can I prosper my Tennis journey towards ITF Senior's tournaments starting from 35+.
I played soccer from 10 to 19, played a year of american football and now with 23 I started to play tennis. I played some tennis as a kid but didnt touched a racket for the last 3 years. After 1 month of trainning am already hiting strong and steady. Already developing a pretty one handed backhand with 1 month of trainning (2 hours Everyday*) is it a good sign? Maybe Badminton and Table Tennis experience at high school helped. I will aim for the national tournaments that have 4 or 5 top 500 atp players in my national top 10. For now im focus on form and gaining muscle memory. I really believe Im about to break the "rule of early start". Dedication + Talent = Success Look at Sinner 5 year growth Look at McGregor defiing the odds With this Im not saying that I will be a professional but I will beat those who started really early with 10 years less of experience. That Will be my Success story. * I am finishing my own house building so I can start playing 30/40 hours a week looking to play with the harddest playing partners that I could find
I am 14 years old and I love tennis but my family doesn't want to for much lessons. I can do twice a week for a month every other month. These are group lessons. I also try to play as much as I can whenever. Is it possible for me to be a pro player?
I am 13 I have been playing for 7 months and I play 6 times a week so I practice one to two hours daily. so can I be a serious professional player to play in grand slams if I practice hard. I have been watching tennis from five years. I have learned every shot and I play well I started coaching from a coach. thank you
what if you started playing tennis at the age of 17/18, is it possible to make it to the pros, please???? What are other options to consider if you are passionate about competing?
I'm 14 and will be 15 in 3 months. I signed up for tryouts when I was 10 but wasn't able to attend because of my mothers schedule. I focused on basketball and bowling. Height was not in my favor since my father is only 5ft 3in tall. So after being pretty good for my age I didn't tryout my 4th year. Everyone else started outgrowing me so I was making less that last year. I should have still practiced for fun but I didn't. Now I'm overweight and out of shape. I started exercising again and I picked up golf. I'm for sure doing better than I was 2 months ago but I know tennis would really help. Is it worth going after?
I started really early at the age of 12 but never really took it srsly, I not totally like I don't like know ntg abt it but now at the age of 16 I have started to take it really srsly, so can I really do something now?
I’m a freshman in high school and I plan on doing tennis next year at school. I have about a year of experience in tennis from about second grade but I pretty much lost all of that. I am a competitive dancer so I have a lot of strength and endurance is not a problem for me (I am in good shape) do you think I have a chance to be on the team if I work at over summer? If I do will I even play?
My age is 18 years old....I played tennis before when I was 13 years till 15 years...then , i stopped playing it for three years...Now , I am going to Australia to continue playing tennis....There is a hope to turn pro or it is to late ?...please answer me soon
Hi Ian, so I actually have never really wanted to be a professional player, however I do know I really want to become a coach. I've been playing for only 2 years and started when I was 17, so I'm wondering if I started too late even to become a coach?
Can I make it to the big grand slam tournaments? , I’m turning 15 soon (July 2020) and I have REALLY big passion for the sport. Is it to late ? (PLS ANSWER)
Can people from Pakistan pursue tennis on international level such as US Open? I have rarely seen any tennis Club here though I really like the sports.
How can I make my way up to the pros? I am currently 17 and I am competing in the regional category and I wanted to go in the international junior category.(ITF) What should I do?
It's kind of a difficult thing to talk about because nobody likes to shoot someone's dreams down, but.. if you think about it practise/ time wise.. to go pro consider an average of 3-4 hours practise a day, for let's say 10 years (start at 8 years old, turn pro at 18) (3x365)x10= 10,950 hours of practise. (ballpark figures) So really you're looking at 10,000+ hours of guided by good coaches to even be considered as a pro.
What about me? I played for a while before like 3 years that time I sucked now I stared and I'm 21, I practiced night and day to get better and now I defeat most people who I go against. Is there any thing I competition or something to at least get a small chance at pro?
hey ian I've been playing tennis since 11 but regularly playing every day since 15. I'm 19 now. I want to turn pro and I'm starting this year, do you think its late for me to start now?
Hey Ian.. I really need your help..I' m 17 and I really want to make it to the top level of tennis..I Hv already played tennis when I was 8 till 10 in full flow and then it (my playing time)gradually reduced almost coming to a stop in past 2 years...I WOULD LIKE TO MENTION THAT WHEN I WAS 9 I COULD HIT A CONE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE NET WITH MY BACKHAND..I was really at the top of my game but I did'nt realise it that time...I still am very desperate to play and make it to the top in the sport..CAN I STILL DO IT??I would appreciate your advice so much Ian.... Again thanks for giving me time...Waiting for ur reply.
I want to work hard to be pro but I don't have enough chances on the court. I play almost everyday but I really wish I could get more lessons. I would absolutely love to have a personal trainer but my parents don't even want to find lessons for twice a week. And right now I'm too embarrassed to confess to my parents I really want to be a pro tennis player. They would say it is way out of reach and there is no way I could get it, I haven't told anyone yet especially since I'm barely low high school varsity
i’m 14 almost 15, and want to start playing tennis for high school. never ever played in my life, and tryouts are in a month, but would want to play just as a sport. is it even possible to make the team with no experience ?? please please please help, and any tips on how to make it, if i should even try, would be great :))
Ian, does age really play a role in beating opponents when we have sound fundamentals in technique and strategy. I too have the same question as michael, I am 27 and I've been playing for the last 1 year. Some thoughts are lingering in my mind that I can compete at national level.
Are you saying that it's possible if you have the athleticism to compete at a professional level? What about the rankings and all? Is it actually possible to climb up in ranks at the age of 20? Great video by the way! P.S. I do have a tennis background so I know the basics and have played some local tournaments as a junior.
When I can't train on court I improve my fitness, mind-set (books, videos), learn about diet and regeneration or I am hitting a ball ( tricks or wall) :)
I played tennis when i was 18 years old but i stopped played because i enter college because my mom decide to finish my studies and get bachelors degree.
Hi Ian, I'm 15 years old and I just started playing Tennis and in these past few months, I feel like that I want to become a professional tennis player. Like competing in Master Tournaments, Major Tournaments and especially my dream of being in Grandslam Tournaments. Do I have a chance at becoming a professional Tennis player when I only started playing 15? Because usually professional tennis players started at 4-9
Hey Ian, My name is Sean I'm 6'7 225lbs age 19, I've started playing tennis at age of 6 and almost everyday and was ranked in the top 10 from the age of 10-13 in my province then I stopped playing for like 3 years. I started getting back into it at 17and almost rreceived a scholarship. Is it too late for me to consider professional career in tennis? What do I have to do to have a great chance in making it? Please reply soon.
I’m in the same situation. I played from 6 to 11 years old. And now, at the age of 18 I’m starting again. I play pretty decent considering all the time that has past. Is it too late for me to be a professional? (I joined the gym as well)
I'm 16 ive been playing tennis since 11 and would like to know if its still possible for me to turn pro and compete internationally and how do you turn pro
I remember meeting people starting at 12 saying they thought they started late... growing up in the sport does help the chances to be a prodigy... but there is no money and it's really not fun ☝️
You can do it buddy. Fully commit yourself to developing yourself on the court, off the court in the gym, stretching, and proper nutrition and you can get there. Work work work and you will achieve your goals.
I'm almost 19 years old .. and I familiar with sports such as soccer and bodybuilding and alittle bit of ping pong and basketball .. I would love to start learning tennis .. I don't tend to be a pro like fed or anthing but I would like to participate in tournaments like you said national and international .. is it possible or I'm too late ??
It’s not too late when you drop every sweat of your body for the sport I played for 6 months but it was for fun I didn’t even know how to hard serve and I started taking my sport more serious and in 2 months of hard training I’m already getting in varsity next year I’m ready to play district and go no.1
Hi Ian - i understand it is too late to start tennis at 40 for professional play. But what other benefits we can have at 40?? Is there any chance of winning tournaments, awards, medals, money???
Absolutely, you can get involved with USTA and play state league and tournaments. Something that I personally love to do. Other benefits are staying active, getting out of the house, improving your overall fitness level, learning a new skill, and best of all meeting new people! -Ira
This is Rahul from India.... I have a very keen interest in the high level competition....But i started my beginner thing when I was 16 years old.... will that be good to focus very hard on training and competitive stuff in World level? I'm training for the ITF for the past 2 years and i believe in my game so much that really led me to compete.... Also i am not much financially fit to play ATP's and all.... Now My question is now what can i do for my betterment in professional tennis???? Thanks......
not an expert but guess table tennis is more mental strength. focus,.techniques and experience and less physical strength ..same stamina maybe which means yes you can , most great chines players from what I've seen are a bit old .some started very young yet still .... Bon courage and as they say in Arabic Bittawfik had saiid
I was 55 years old when I held a tennis racquet in my hand. Tennis has been my my joy from then on! I am in my 80'S now. Still loving it
Cool grandpa
Very cool, keep it up bro
Sir*
How are your hips? I'm worried about how mine will be at that age?
im 16 and i just started playing tennis. i wish i got into the sport as a child tho.... Ian youre awesome
same :/
Same!!!! I would be a better tennis player if I got into tennis as a kid
im 17 ))
I'm 15
i think that if you are 17 that it is a big difference then 21, more chance to become a professional player. :D
I just turned 29 on April 16th of this year and my first time hitting a tennis ball yesterday I hope to go to the u.s open eventually so save this post and mark my words
Age does not matter. .have the intensity of rafa..work ethics of roger. .anything possible. .good luck. .see u playing in aurthur ashe stadium
Good luck!
You could enter local tournaments and your club and around your country entering tournaments too but realistically highly unlikely starting at 29 to win the US Open, Wimbledon or any other huge main event.
Please give us an update of your level right now
Literally impossible. Lower your standards. If you reach 4.5 level, that’s a pretty good accomplishment. I’m a 5.0 19 year old and my chances are pretty much gone as well
I have started playing tennis when I was 15. Almost everyone was saying that it was too late to become a pro player. But I thought that they don't know who am I and nobody other can tell me what is possible for me or not. If I wanna be better than the others I have to improveing myself faster, so I have to train more and harder. Only I know what am I able to achieve. Yes, it's hard- but it's also possible. It was 3,5 years ago and since I have started living my dreams I am really happy. I train all days (2 or 3 trainings a day), I have a wonderful coach and all my club helps me a lot. It depends on you- not what the other people say. I play tournaments ( national) and I know that the only thing I need is to be patient. I won't be pro at the age of 20 (like those who has started earlier) but I can become a pro player a little later. Not only time does matter. It's also diet, regeneration, how fast are you learning, how good is your coach, how much can you train, mind-set, fitness trainings and what is the most important thing- fire inside your hearth and love what you do. Now I don't hope I can achieve me goals- I know it. Remember- only you create your future. Good luck 👊
Wow, awesome stuff, warrior. Please keep us up to date on how you're doing. We wish you nothing but the best!
@@EssentialTennis thanks :)
Heyy!! im 15 and stressed out if I should give tennis a shot because I started late..so if we could please GET IN TOUCH
it would be great if you could leave your Instagram handle:)
@@rashisahni212 sorry, but I've got no Instagram 😅. But You can finde me on Facebook - Natalia Lewczuk from Poland 😉
@@rashisahni212 m.facebook.com/natalia.lewczuk.9619 if You still wanna talk and know me 😁
Tennis is a lifetime sport -- but it's like golf.......proper instruction is the key from day one; no matter the age of the "beginner".
I started learning tennis at 28, now 9 months later I'm playing at about UTSA3.5 level with guys in my community and constantly improving, I still remember 2 months ago I thought these guys were good, now I could "bully" them from time to time. I'm lucky to have a very good coach, he has many juniors that are definitely going to end up in D1,D2 collage leagues. My goal is one day to reach USTA 5.0
I was 55 when I held a tennis racquet for the 1st time. I loved this sport so much. Still playing at 86. Played leagues for many years.
You inspired me to pick me racquet again'😎
He is not wrong.
Father is in late 50's going into 60 soon
Currently a 2x Champion Holder at the Sports Club he is at.
He plays every day and never stops. He loves the sport.
So it is really never too late.
I started tennis when I was about 14, I took a year off and now I'm getting back into it and if I practice and regain some of those great habits I thing I'll be a good player.
I’m 64 and I started yesterday.
Bro wtf
64 lol
Respect. Still a great sport even if it’s 100% impossible to play in leagues
Great
Guys determination is the key :) , don't listen to this jackass
I started at 18 and I came up 5th in national tournament in france why? cause I am skilled ik how to react to the ball be smart and whatever age you have, you can acheive whatever you want ! never late for learning
Serenity Code Thank you for inspiration!!)
I am 28 i want to start
I'm 17 years old and I've been playing since I was 4 years old but I haven't played as much match play as I like can I become a pro at 21 years old if I train everyday, eat healthy, and play in tournaments 😁😎👍
I’m 15 and. I started playing for fun January 2019 and decided to try out June 5th for my high school tennis team I got in and I’m 15 I wish I could’ve gotten into the sport earlier like when I was younger but I’m going to try hard to become a professional tennis player
Abby Madrigal I’m 15 and I’m trying out for my school tennis team too! I’m interested in learning and maybe coming pro! I just feel like I started too late because other pros started at ages 5-10!
If u have natural talent ur allg
@@oli_marj6502 exactlyyyy
Go ahead, if you are talented enough and practice more than usual you have a slight chance, just dont create too much expectations, its a tough reality, most pros started when they were 4-10 max years old, they just have a lifetime of more experience. But if you have talent and train harder than everyone, you migh be able to. Take it seriously, eat healthy, train smart, stretch, work on your conditioning, and develop ur mind, which might be the most important. Wish all the best. Btw, a year later, how u doing?
I believe in you!
Just picked up tennis last year at 23, hoping to start competing as soon as covid allows tournaments again 👌
I wanted to play tennis when I was younger however it was too expensive for my family so I couldn't get into tennis until I was 21, which was the time when I started making my own money with a part-time job.
I believe it depends on the person himself because some people can learn extremely quick. I start playing in 2014 and within 1.5 year I was playing 4-4.5 level tournaments and did pretty well without any coaching. It is very possible but you have to be naturally gifted player and tons of time practicing. making a move to boca to attend FAU and to play at an academy time to take it up a notch
To go pro and make a living at it? Yes it’s too late. To play in tournaments and enjoy the game for life? No. I don’t care if you were a top tier athlete in another sport, it doesn’t convert to tennis. It’d be like saying Federer would’ve been great at baseball. Michael Jordan is a prime example. Below average baseball player (compared to pros) one of the best ever to play basketball. I would probably crush Michael Phelps in tennis as 4.5 player but I couldn’t get across a pool one way before he’d be there and back. It’s like comparing apples to bridges.
Honestly I am devastated that I couldn't play professional tennis. I wanted to compete in international tournaments like the US Open or possibly even Wimbledon a month ago but then I found out I can't. I only started 4 months ago when I was 16 (turned 17 at Sept. 20th) but ever since I started playing, I just wanted to be like federer or nadal, but then again, I found out I discovered tennis too late and at age 16, I'm pretty much out of the race without even beginning. I honestly think it was over and that I wouldn't be able to make it anyway so why am I still playing, practicing and trying hard everytime I grab a tennis racket? This video just made me recognize that it isn't over and that I am just getting started even if I know I cant play in the pro leagues because that doesnt mean I can't be competitive, still aim for the top, have fun, and still love this sport. Thanks Ian. U made me recognize this and it makes me want to try harder, practice more and keep playing even more.
i’ve been playing since i was three years old, i don’t know why i’m watching this lmao
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Thank you for your advice! I want to start playing tennis,i'm 21 too and i needed some tips and encouragement to begin!
look you are doing good dont quit even tho people tell you its too late for God its never too late trust in him
Hey Chris, How are you doing now?
Am 23 and i just want to start playing
I'm 17 just got into the sport the other day I hope I can do really good. I've had experience in badminton and Squash I really wish I only done tennis when I was young
I’m 11 right now,and I just stared avolving into tennis. I really wish I started earlier but this really helps because some day I’d love to play in tournaments some day
Good for u I'm starting at 13 found interest in it but don't know if it'll be worth my time
My name is Natalia and i have decided to chase my dream to become a professional tennis player. I was 14 when i started first playing tennis and i learnt it pretty quickly but unfortunately i quitted because of how people made me feel that it was too late plus i live in a such country where it is almost impossible to find a proper coach that puts work in you and believes in you. last summer i wanted to join again but they told me that there were no courts and coaches available so i started working out myself and i realised that theres nothing i love in this world more than tennis. im 18 now and i believe in myself that im gonna make myself proud. i wanna be the inspiration to others who dont believe in themselves because they started late. I promis you all that one day im gonna be an inspiration that the only thing that matters is believing in yourself. I believe in myself and i believe that im gonna be professional tennis player soon. I believe in every one of yall reading this. Thank you for this video been watching you since i was 13
how can you prepare yourself to get into college tennis? what tournaments do you have to do ?
I played tennis since when I was at kindgarten and I still play it too and I'm great at it,by improving my new skills. IM 16
what if i started at the age of 14 and without experience of competition (i mean i play with many colleges but not in a national tournaments because here in Tunisia they don't support tennis too much), i'm 17 now and my level is good,i hit the court every week (everyday if holiday ), i just wanna know my chances!
by the way thanks for all the advices,great work, keep it up :)
Pretty high, most professionals started of signing and playing itf tournaments. So begin with lower ranking tournaments so you can get the concept of playing challenger open tournaments , and events. So you will have the knowledge and knowing how to handle playing under pressure.
Go to the gym aswell it is very recommended to train offseason and on season most likely 6x to 7x a week. Depends on where you participate in a local tournament.
Squats
Triceps
Rectus Femoris
Swimming
Wobble Board x50 second each
And build it up to 5 min
Your triceps and biceps
And you're back with pull ups and chin ups.
you could probably at least get into a futures event one day because there are tons of ITF'S in tunisia almost every week
Oh heyy achref i'm tunisian too, and i'm just so happy to find your comment because i'm starting tennis at your age and i wish that i'll get some advice from you please
@@eyaabid5627 funny that I forgot about this comment till today. I had so much passion for tennis.
its been seven years and i was busy finishing my studies I dont play that much now, maybe once a month with friends.
if you have a dream of competing chase after it..work hard, take every chance. and keep in mind that nobody is gonna support you here, thats the sad reality. i really hope people with passion like you could make it!
Thank you so much for the support and maybe we could play together sometimes if you want ?
I am 16 I really wanna be a professional tennis player, I am ready to drop everything and be one of the best. I played some tennis when I was 8-9 years old. Can I be professional?
yes u can u just have to do your best and look God is with you he says its possible so belive in him and everything wil be well
Hello! I started to play tennis 6 years ago and now I'm 48 y.o. I'm russian but I'm living in Finland about 9 years. Unfortunetly I couldn't start to play tennis in my Motherland when I was young. But I was watching tennis by TV for many years and following what tennis players do on the court, I mean tecnique, tactic & strategy.
So I can say to everyone from the level of my age: it's never late to start play tennis. Seriously :) Look at my profile picture: I have almost the same topspin FH like Rafa ;) I'm his biggest fan :) It doesn't mean that I try to copy him.
Ian, I like your videos very much. It help me to improve my game, step by step. Still struggling with my serve but I'm working on it and hope it'll be work some day!
Thanks for you job Ian
Say hello to Hoover! :)
Irina Liu sorry but 48 is way to old for top tennis players. You could make it pro but not good pro I don't think
I like how he put that ! Pros are 1% of 1% of 1% etc....So true, but
doesn't mean that we can't enjoy the game and
doesn't mean we can't compete.
great video Man!
trevor bronkema Glad you enjoyed it, Trevor. Thanks for watching.
I'll never make nationals of even a small country, but I enjoy every moment, trying to navigate technique, ball tracking, footwork and even point strategy during rallies. Play until you don't like it.
I started playing tennis when I was 17 years in 2012. I been playing for almost 7. Do you think that i have chance to be serious in tennis.
I'm 28, and I am playing tennis for almost a year and I'm so passionate about it, I'm absolutely fit and fine, wud I be able to do something with tennis or not ??
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I am 30 year old can I start tennis ...can i became international player?
Yes
Yes you can start playing and enjoy the game and entering tournaments but will you become the next Nadal or Federer. Unlikely. They were under 9 when they started!
you misseD him sayin NO!?
Yeah just not a pro
I started playing tennis when I was in second grade I was 8 and now I’m 15 but I stopped playing for 2 years , not fully I would still play for 7 days a month in that 2 years of break , before that break I used to play seriously and now I started playing again but I am afraid that I wont be good enough to be a professional tennis player cuz of that break
I was professional football player (soccer) since 16 years old on highest level in Slovenia. It bothers me about football that its not a one man team because it doesnt depend all on me and my abilities. I`ve always had tennis in mind but never really tried it. I`m 21 now and thinking of starting. I feel I could do good in this sport but I dont really have much knowledge about it..
Definitely give it a try, David! It's an incredible sport that you can play for the rest of your life.....without needing a whole team 😃
Can you do something with tennis when you began at 10 years or is it to late?
I love tennis since i was 6 years old and i started playing it at 11 and i love it more then food.I am from Serbia and my idol is Djokovic and i am so sad when i watch his stories because i want to become a tennis player so much but my father thinks it is toooo much money and because of that i was thiniking am i going to become a tennis player but i belive that i will be because i just have to work hard study hard so my trainers can see that i am good and then they will want me to play tournaments and that is why i belive.
Work as hard as you can with whatever is available. If you start playing as much as possible, working out off court, and developing good nutrition, you will see success in your future. Good luck buddy, you can do it.
@@CooperCoal thank you so much this means alot to me I hope you will reach your goals in your life and have a great day buddy
My ques:
Lan I'm 18 now and I started practising tennis just one year ago and I just play against the wall . Never played on a court . And If I join a club now are there chances for me to become a professional tennis player??
Ramzi Khan probably not. It takes years to learn and when you get to that standard you will be late 20s and most retire at that age
Sorry but probably not proffesionally there are people who don't make it as a pro that start at age 3-5
Ι started playing tennis five months ago iam 15 years old i wish one day to play in a big tournament
Like roland garros,wimbledon,us open
I'm 14 (a girl) and I played tennis for a year and a half but I beet male players who played 3-4 years is it to late to compete and become a tennis player? Thank you!! Love your channel. I would appreciate if you answer
no its not now that your 16 i hope you are still doing it,
I don't think there's a cut-off age to start tennis, but the important thing is to learn proper technique and stick with it. Progress will be slow at first, but that's how it is when learning anything a little complicated, and tennis is not an easy skill to pick up. I am teaching my wife so I know. When she listened to me and executed her swing, she did well, but when she started to lose patience and wanted to rally faster, everything went out or to the net. You just need to remember to execute the same way with every shot, which is not easy for beginners.
I’m 13 and hope to make the high school tennis team, I have no idea if I can do it. I have my first tennis lesson tomorrow, wish me luck. I feel like I care so much about what others think about me that I would get really discouraged if the nine year old in my lesson group would do better than me. Lol any confidence tips? Thanks
U CAN DO ITTTT!!!!!
Hi Ian, I am 18 and started at the age of 7. I am a really decent player. I play with with the top players under 16 of the Netherlands, I am pretty athletic. I was wondering if it is too late to play ‘pro tennis’
How u doin
I am too much passionate about Tennis and following your videos now I am 31+
I started tennis around 9 or 10. My Dream is to be a pro tennis player. Right now i play around two or three times a week sometimes even more. I hope i can achieve my dream.
I am 17 and have been playing since i was 10, I am thinking of entering the ITF pro circuit. Will I not be able to achieve a greater level?
I am 14 my mom is saying its to late but im going to be working all the time to be better
look listen to your inner hart what it says u can be a pro tenniser u just do your best
Hi Sir,I have started Tennis at the age of 19 and successfully I am playing Tennis since more than Ten years.I have improved my groundstrokes and service, My question to you that can I prosper my Tennis journey towards ITF Senior's tournaments starting from 35+.
I played soccer from 10 to 19, played a year of american football and now with 23 I started to play tennis. I played some tennis as a kid but didnt touched a racket for the last 3 years. After 1 month of trainning am already hiting strong and steady. Already developing a pretty one handed backhand with 1 month of trainning (2 hours Everyday*) is it a good sign? Maybe Badminton and Table Tennis experience at high school helped. I will aim for the national tournaments that have 4 or 5 top 500 atp players in my national top 10. For now im focus on form and gaining muscle memory.
I really believe Im about to break the "rule of early start".
Dedication + Talent = Success
Look at Sinner 5 year growth
Look at McGregor defiing the odds
With this Im not saying that I will be a professional but I will beat those who started really early with 10 years less of experience. That Will be my Success story.
* I am finishing my own house building so I can start playing 30/40 hours a week looking to play with the harddest playing partners that I could find
I am 14 years old and I love tennis but my family doesn't want to for much lessons. I can do twice a week for a month every other month. These are group lessons. I also try to play as much as I can whenever. Is it possible for me to be a pro player?
just like me!
i am 50 can i play a grand slam
I think you can
But there are much pro players
You need years of practice to compete that level
Lol😀
Ashwin - the short answer is No but I think you were kidding in which case very funny 😀!!
J J but if you ashwin wasn’t kidding....
You can, yes.
Started at 13 wish I started sooner lol, a 10 year old is around my level
If we start playing tennis at the age of 21 can we play itf tournaments?
Please answer...
I am 13 I have been playing for 7 months and I play 6 times a week so I practice one to two hours daily. so can I be a serious professional player to play in grand slams if I practice hard. I have been watching tennis from five years. I have learned every shot and I play well I started coaching from a coach. thank you
What level are you competing at? State? Regional? National? How frequently are you playing tournaments?
what if you started playing tennis at the age of 17/18, is it possible to make it to the pros, please???? What are other options to consider if you are passionate about competing?
I'm 14 and will be 15 in 3 months. I signed up for tryouts when I was 10 but wasn't able to attend because of my mothers schedule. I focused on basketball and bowling. Height was not in my favor since my father is only 5ft 3in tall. So after being pretty good for my age I didn't tryout my 4th year. Everyone else started outgrowing me so I was making less that last year. I should have still practiced for fun but I didn't. Now I'm overweight and out of shape. I started exercising again and I picked up golf. I'm for sure doing better than I was 2 months ago but I know tennis would really help. Is it worth going after?
I’m trying to get into sports and it’s my freshmen year of hs. I wanna play tennis but it seems hard. Basketball and football, I won’t last
What should I do
I started really early at the age of 12 but never really took it srsly, I not totally like I don't like know ntg abt it but now at the age of 16 I have started to take it really srsly, so can I really do something now?
What can I do to improve my consists in a tennis match?
Is 16 too late or not? I was playing football since 7 years old so my agility and speed is actually good, I really like tennis
Sir please request my age of 19 years old can I start to play tennis and sir career it possible in lawn 🎾 ?
I’m 13 and I wanna try out for the tennis team at school but I’m scared cause I’m not really a tennis player ( like been on a team and stuff ).
I’m a freshman in high school and I plan on doing tennis next year at school. I have about a year of experience in tennis from about second grade but I pretty much lost all of that. I am a competitive dancer so I have a lot of strength and endurance is not a problem for me (I am in good shape) do you think I have a chance to be on the team if I work at over summer? If I do will I even play?
I'm 31 and just started a few months ago I would eventually want to play lots of matches and tournaments 😀
I also want to play i am 31 now
I have a question. I started playing tennis at 11 and I am improving is there anyway I can become a semi-professional or professional?
My age is 18 years old....I played tennis before when I was 13 years till 15 years...then , i stopped playing it for three years...Now , I am going to Australia to continue playing tennis....There is a hope to turn pro or it is to late ?...please answer me soon
Hi Ian, so I actually have never really wanted to be a professional player, however I do know I really want to become a coach. I've been playing for only 2 years and started when I was 17, so I'm wondering if I started too late even to become a coach?
Is it too late To be pro. In tennis and have a career if i started training tennis at age 15 ?!
Can I make it to the big grand slam tournaments? , I’m turning 15 soon (July 2020) and I have REALLY big passion for the sport. Is it to late ? (PLS ANSWER)
No you can if you have talent and if you really want that you will do it.
Short answer: if you start now you have a bright future as a competing 90 year old
I can try for international my age is 14
Yes if you can Winn pro teen junior to go pro but you have to start now
i'm 15 years old I wany to play tennis i love this sport .. is it too late?
Can people from Pakistan pursue tennis on international level such as US Open? I have rarely seen any tennis Club here though I really like the sports.
How can I make my way up to the pros? I am currently 17 and I am competing in the regional category and I wanted to go in the international junior category.(ITF) What should I do?
It's kind of a difficult thing to talk about because nobody likes to shoot someone's dreams down, but.. if you think about it practise/ time wise.. to go pro consider an average of 3-4 hours practise a day, for let's say 10 years (start at 8 years old, turn pro at 18) (3x365)x10= 10,950 hours of practise. (ballpark figures)
So really you're looking at 10,000+ hours of guided by good coaches to even be considered as a pro.
What about me? I played for a while before like 3 years that time I sucked now I stared and I'm 21, I practiced night and day to get better and now I defeat most people who I go against. Is there any thing I competition or something to at least get a small chance at pro?
hey ian I've been playing tennis since 11 but regularly playing every day since 15. I'm 19 now. I want to turn pro and I'm starting this year, do you think its late for me to start now?
What did you do
Hey Ian.. I really need your help..I' m 17 and I really want to make it to the top level of tennis..I Hv already played tennis when I was 8 till 10 in full flow and then it (my playing time)gradually reduced almost coming to a stop in past 2 years...I WOULD LIKE TO MENTION THAT WHEN I WAS 9 I COULD HIT A CONE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE NET WITH MY BACKHAND..I was really at the top of my game but I did'nt realise it that time...I still am very desperate to play and make it to the top in the sport..CAN I STILL DO IT??I would appreciate your advice so much Ian.... Again thanks for giving me time...Waiting for ur reply.
I want to work hard to be pro but I don't have enough chances on the court. I play almost everyday but I really wish I could get more lessons. I would absolutely love to have a personal trainer but my parents don't even want to find lessons for twice a week. And right now I'm too embarrassed to confess to my parents I really want to be a pro tennis player. They would say it is way out of reach and there is no way I could get it, I haven't told anyone yet especially since I'm barely low high school varsity
i’m 14 almost 15, and want to start playing tennis for high school. never ever played in my life, and tryouts are in a month, but would want to play just as a sport. is it even possible to make the team with no experience ?? please please please help, and any tips on how to make it, if i should even try, would be great :))
Ian, does age really play a role in beating opponents when we have sound fundamentals in technique and strategy. I too have the same question as michael, I am 27 and I've been playing for the last 1 year. Some thoughts are lingering in my mind that I can compete at national level.
Are you saying that it's possible if you have the athleticism to compete at a professional level? What about the rankings and all? Is it actually possible to climb up in ranks at the age of 20? Great video by the way!
P.S. I do have a tennis background so I know the basics and have played some local tournaments as a junior.
What about Vincent Van Patten? He was a child actor, then became a top tennis pro starting at age 20. I know he's an exception, but still.
Sir what about india . I have started tennis at the age of 17 and i also want to play international tournaments
Hi Ian,
How else can I practice if I can't hire a tennis court? I want to become a professional tennis player.
When I can't train on court I improve my fitness, mind-set (books, videos), learn about diet and regeneration or I am hitting a ball ( tricks or wall) :)
I played tennis when i was 18 years old but i stopped played because i enter college because my mom decide to finish my studies and get bachelors degree.
Hi Ian, I'm 15 years old and I just started playing Tennis and in these past few months, I feel like that I want to become a professional tennis player. Like competing in Master Tournaments, Major Tournaments and especially my dream of being in Grandslam Tournaments. Do I have a chance at becoming a professional Tennis player when I only started playing 15? Because usually professional tennis players started at 4-9
Hey Ian, My name is Sean I'm 6'7 225lbs age 19, I've started playing tennis at age of 6 and almost everyday and was ranked in the top 10 from the age of 10-13 in my province then I stopped playing for like 3 years. I started getting back into it at 17and almost rreceived a scholarship. Is it too late for me to consider professional career in tennis? What do I have to do to have a great chance in making it? Please reply soon.
Work hard and outwork people who are Chasing the same dreams as you..
I’m in the same situation. I played from 6 to 11 years old. And now, at the age of 18 I’m starting again. I play pretty decent considering all the time that has past. Is it too late for me to be a professional? (I joined the gym as well)
I'm 16 ive been playing tennis since 11 and would like to know if its still possible for me to turn pro and compete internationally and how do you turn pro
I am 24 years old and I wish I would want to play tennis 2020. Is it too late for me to play tennis at the age of 24?
I remember meeting people starting at 12 saying they thought they started late... growing up in the sport does help the chances to be a prodigy... but there is no money and it's really not fun ☝️
is it too late to go pro when you started at 13?
You can do it buddy. Fully commit yourself to developing yourself on the court, off the court in the gym, stretching, and proper nutrition and you can get there. Work work work and you will achieve your goals.
I'm almost 19 years old .. and I familiar with sports such as soccer and bodybuilding and alittle bit of ping pong and basketball .. I would love to start learning tennis .. I don't tend to be a pro like fed or anthing but I would like to participate in tournaments like you said national and international .. is it possible or I'm too late ??
It’s not too late when you drop every sweat of your body for the sport I played for 6 months but it was for fun I didn’t even know how to hard serve and I started taking my sport more serious and in 2 months of hard training I’m already getting in varsity next year I’m ready to play district and go no.1
How long it takes to learn how to play tennis as a beginner
What about table tennis
Hi Ian - i understand it is too late to start tennis at 40 for professional play. But what other benefits we can have at 40?? Is there any chance of winning tournaments, awards, medals, money???
Absolutely, you can get involved with USTA and play state league and tournaments. Something that I personally love to do. Other benefits are staying active, getting out of the house, improving your overall fitness level, learning a new skill, and best of all meeting new people!
-Ira
This is Rahul from India.... I have a very keen interest in the high level competition....But i started my beginner thing when I was 16 years old.... will that be good to focus very hard on training and competitive stuff in World level? I'm training for the ITF for the past 2 years and i believe in my game so much that really led me to compete.... Also i am not much financially fit to play ATP's and all.... Now My question is now what can i do for my betterment in professional tennis???? Thanks......
same here
I've jusss turned 16and I have began playing tennis and I want to become a pro
I started at 29 (one year and a half ago) and I WISH I started playing at 21.
Everybody wishes they started sooner.....no matter what age they started
What about to start playing table tennis at the age of 21.....to play in highlevel tournament
not an expert but guess table tennis is more mental strength. focus,.techniques and experience and less physical strength ..same stamina maybe which means yes you can , most great chines players from what I've seen are a bit old .some started very young yet still .... Bon courage and as they say in Arabic Bittawfik had saiid