Exploring Tennis Popularity in Georgia: A Closer Look at Top Cities

Georgia is not only known for its rich history and southern charm but also for its vibrant sports culture. In fact, up to 60,000 people play tennis in Georgia. with tennis emerging as a popular activity across the state. The Peach State boasts over 740 tennis courts and facilities around the state. It's estimated that there are well over 100 local tennis tournaments held in Georgia each year, spanning junior, adult, and senior categories according to USTA Georgia. 

But where is the sport played the most? And what does it mean for local communities? To identify the increasing popularity of tennis in the
state, TeachMe.To analyzed data from its network of over 600 professional coaches who provided tens of thousands of tennis lessons across the nation.

Atlanta​

Unsurprisingly, Atlanta sits at the pinnacle of the tennis scene in Georgia. Accounting for a staggering 64.29% of tennis coaches in the state, Atlanta is clearly the go-to city for aspiring tennis players. 58.82% of all coaching lessons booked were in Atlanta. The city's infrastructure, with 327 tennis courts and facilities, supports this booming interest in the sport. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, Atlanta offers a robust environment for honing your skills.

Brookhaven

Brookhaven ranks second as 14.29% of the state's tennis coaches are found in this city. 11.76% of tennis coaching lessons booked are in Brookhaven. While Brookhaven may not have the sheer volume of Atlanta, its tennis community is growing steadily. The consistent ratio of coaches to lessons booked suggests a balanced demand and supply, making it a promising area for tennis development.

Marietta

Marietta and Acworth each share 7.14% of the coaching in Geogia. This uniform distribution indicates a steady interest in tennis within these cities. Marietta and Acworth also see an equal percentage of lessons booked (11.76%), showcasing a proportional relationship between the availability of coaches and the demand for lessons. Marietta is home to many Tennis courts including Laurel Park. Laurel Park has 13 lighted courts, a tennis pro shop, and 2 reservable picnic areas.

Acworth

​Acworth also shares 7.14% of the coaching in Geogia. Acworth also sees an equal percentage of lessons booked (11.76%), which indicates a steady interest in tennis within these cities. Traci Thomas is one of the expert tennis coaches in Acworth and has been a tennis coach for local Cobb County neighborhoods over the past 30 years, helping to form new teams and taking existing teams to a higher level. Traci's dedication to this community is remarkable and Tracy enjoys coaching all ages about the sport.

Mountain Park

Mountain Park, on the other hand, shows a slight dip in lessons booked at 5.88%, despite having the same percentage of coaches at 7.14%. This could point to a variety of factors, such as less public awareness of available coaching or fewer tennis facilities compared to its counterparts. Nevertheless, the presence of dedicated coaches indicates potential for growth if more residents take up the sport.

The Future for tennis in Georgia

The data clearly highlights Atlanta as the powerhouse of tennis in Georgia, with Brookhaven and the other cities showing promising engagement levels. For cities like Mountain Park, targeted initiatives to boost awareness and participation could help match the higher engagement seen in places like Marietta and Acworth. This data is bound to change as there are multiple Tennis facilities being built around the state, including the construction of a $600,000 facility in Clayton County, Georgia just south of Atlanta. As more residents take an interest in this dynamic sport, the demand for skilled coaches and quality training facilities is set to rise.