The National Tennis Rating Program provides a simple, initial self-placement method of grouping individuals of similar ability levels for league play, tourna­ments, group lessons, social competition, and club or community programs.

The rating categories are generalizations about skill levels. You may find that you actually play above or below the category which best describes your skill level, depending on your competitive ability. The category you choose is not meant to be permanent, but may be adjusted as your skills change or as your match play demonstrates the need for reclassification.

TO PLACE YOURSELF:

A. Begin with 1.0. Read all categories carefully and then decide which one best describes your present ability level.

B. Be certain that you qualify on all points of all preceding categories as well as those in the classification you choose.

C. When rating yourself assume you are playing against a player of the same sex and the same ability.

D. Your self-rating may be verified by a teaching professional, coach, league coordinator, or other qualified expert.

E.  The person in charge of your tennis program has the right to reclassify you if your self-placement is thought to be inappropriate.

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