Tennis class teaches more than a backhand: study shows social skills improve

NCT ID NCT07402304

First seen Feb 24, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a tennis course built around hands-on, cooperative learning could improve college students' social behavior and physical fitness. Researchers split 94 students into two groups: one took the special tennis class, and the other took a regular tennis class. After 8 weeks, they measured teamwork, sportsmanship, and fitness levels to see if the new teaching method made a difference.

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Locations

  • Yangzhou University

    Yangzhou, Jiangsu, 225000, China

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