Mental Health Sessions Hampshire

Tennis is a powerful tool for mental health because it combines aerobic exercise with strategic, high-focus play, releasing endorphins while reducing cortisol. The physical benefits of tennis are widely known, but the positive impact on your mental health should not be underestimated. Playing tennis can:

• Reduce stress by forcing participants to focus on the present moment that clears the mind
• Provides emotional relief as hitting the ball can release tension and stress
• Boosts brain chemistry by the release of endorphins and dopamine which improve mood and motivation
• Provide social connection and support by joining a community of players who may be experiencing similar challenges and providing wider social interaction and friendships

Mental Health Tennis providers:

• Basingstoke Indoor Tennis Centre (Sport in Mind) – info@sportinmind.org / 0300 102 1400
• Farnborough Lawn Tennis Club (Sport in Mind) – info@sportinmind.org / 0300 102 1400
• Portsmouth Tennis Centre – ptc@bhlive.org.uk / 023 9320 0402