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1.0 · First steps
You are just beginning tennis.

1.5 · Ball in play
You have limited experience developing strokes and are focused on getting the ball into play. You are not yet ready for competition.

2.0 · Contact & positioning
You need on-court experience and help finding the right contact point. Your strokes and understanding of singles and doubles positions are still developing.

2.5 · Slow-paced rallies
You can keep a slow baseline rally going with a similar-level player. You are learning to read the ball and adjust your swing; movement and recovery may be inefficient. Basic court positions are becoming familiar, and social match play is appropriate.

Class focus
Contact, basic strokes, movement and court positioning.

Moving toward the next class
At 2.5, Beginner I and Beginner II overlap. Ask your coach which class best fits your consistency, movement and comfort in points.

2.5 · Slow-paced rallies
You can keep a slow baseline rally going with a similar-level player. You are learning to read the ball and adjust your swing; movement and recovery may be inefficient. Basic court positions are becoming familiar, and social match play is appropriate.

3.0 · Medium-paced consistency
You are fairly consistent against medium-paced shots, but not yet comfortable with every stroke. Direction, depth and pace are not reliably controlled. One-up, one-back is a common doubles formation.

3.5 · Dependability & direction
You can control direction on moderate shots, but depth and shot variety remain limited. Lobs, overheads, approaches and volleys are not yet consistently effective.

Court awareness
You are more comfortable at the net, read court situations better and are developing teamwork in doubles.

Class focus
Rally rhythm, more consistent strokes, recovery and introductory point play.

Moving toward the next class
At 3.5, Beginner II and Intermediate I overlap. Your coach can help you choose the pace and challenge that fit your game.

3.5 · Dependability & direction
You can control direction on moderate shots, but depth and shot variety remain limited. Lobs, overheads, approaches and volleys are not yet consistently effective.

Court awareness
You are more comfortable at the net, read court situations better and are developing teamwork in doubles.

4.0 · Depth & variety
Your forehand and backhand are dependable during moderately paced play. You can use lobs, overheads, approach shots and volleys successfully.

Point construction & teamwork
You sometimes force errors with your serve and show evident doubles teamwork. A dependable second serve and recognizing chances to finish points are potential strengths. Impatience can still cost points.

Class focus
Intentional placement, depth control, transitions, net play and doubles patterns.

Moving toward the next class
At 4.0, Intermediate I and Intermediate II overlap. Ask your coach whether to consolidate your all-court game or take on a stronger challenge.

4.0 · Depth & variety
Your forehand and backhand are dependable during moderately paced play. You can use lobs, overheads, approach shots and volleys successfully.

Point construction & teamwork
You sometimes force errors with your serve and show evident doubles teamwork. A dependable second serve and recognizing chances to finish points are potential strengths. Impatience can still cost points.

4.5 · Pace, spin & game plans
You vary pace and spin, cover the court effectively and control depth. You develop game plans around strengths and weaknesses, hit a powerful and accurate first serve and place the second serve. Difficult shots can lead to overhitting; aggressive net play is common in doubles.

Class focus
Point construction, pace and spin variation, serve placement and coordinated doubles play.

Beyond this guide
This guide ends at 4.5. For higher-level placement, contact CityTennis for guidance.