What to Buy for a Tennis Training Session

Use this shopping list to prepare a tennis training session without last-minute trips to the store. You will need enough rackets and balls for the training groups, plus cones, agility equipment and ball baskets for drills. Plan drinks, sandwiches and fruit around the session length, and bring cups, plates and serving tools for the reception area. Also check practical items such as coolers, access equipment, extension cords, lighting and cleaning supplies before the training day.

Organize this event for free with Lizzt

What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 6
Folding chairsqty 30
Tableclothsqty 6

Sports equipment

Tennis racketsqty 8
Tennis ballsqty 72
Training conesqty 40
Agility laddersqty 2
Skipping ropesqty 12
Training bibsqty 24
Scoreboardsqty 6
Ball basketsqty 6
Tennis bagqty 2

Tableware

Reusable drinking cupsqty 40
Platesqty 30
Cutlery setsqty 30
Coffee cupsqty 30
Serving plattersqty 6

Kitchen

Coolersqty 3
Thermos flasksqty 3
Cutting boardsqty 2
Bread knivesqty 2
Serving tongsqty 4
Corkscrewsqty 2

Equipment

Portable speaker
Microphone
Extension cordsqty 3

Lighting

Outdoor lightsqty 4

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 4
Broom and dustpanqty 2
Mop set
First aid kit

Catering

Groceries
- Still water - 48 bottles
- Sparkling water - 24 bottles
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Iced tea - 4 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Milk - 4 liters
- Oat milk - 2 liter
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Mints - 1 box
- Lemon tea - 1 box
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- White bread rolls - 36 pieces
- Whole wheat mini rolls - 24 pieces
- Young cheese - 2 kilos
- Chicken breast slices - 1.5 kilos
- Hummus - 1 kilo
- Cream cheese - 750 grams
- Cucumber - 6 pieces
- Tomatoes - 2 kilos
- Lettuce - 4 heads
- Apples - 30 pieces
- Bananas - 30 pieces
- Grapes - 3 kilos
- Muesli bars - 36 pieces
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Snacks - 3 bags
- Ketchup - 1 bottle
- Mayonnaise - 1 bottle
- Aluminum foil - 1 roll
- Cling film - 1 roll
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Napkins - 4 packs
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Dish soap - 1 bottle
- All-purpose cleaner - 1 bottle
- Sponges - 6 pieces
- Hand soap - 2 bottles
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls

Tips

Plan at least one tennis ball per participant, plus an extra 10–15% for balls that roll away or need replacing during drills. Store them in ball baskets so the trainer can reach them quickly.
Count rackets by training group rather than by total attendance. For a group of 8, prepare 8 usable rackets where possible, and check grips, strings and racket bags at least one day before training.
For a two-hour session, allow about 0.75–1 litre of water per participant. Chill drinks in coolers several hours beforehand and set out reusable drinking cups near the courts.
Buy sandwiches and fruit according to the registration list, including dietary requirements. Prepare serving platters, cutting boards, bread knives and serving tongs before participants arrive so food service does not interrupt registration.
Test the portable speaker, microphone, outdoor lights and extension cords before the first group starts. Pack the broom, dustpan, mop set and waste bins as well; these are often forgotten when the focus is on sports equipment.

Frequently asked questions

How many tennis balls do I need for tennis training?: Plan at least one ball per participant, with 10–15% extra for drills and lost or damaged balls. For 20 participants, that means roughly 22–23 usable balls.
How much water should I buy for a tennis training session?: For a two-hour outdoor session, allow 0.75–1 litre per participant, and more in warm weather. Buy or prepare the drinks at least 3–4 hours before training so they can be chilled.
What food should I bring for tennis training?: Provide one sandwich portion and one piece of fruit per participant, adjusted for dietary requirements collected during registration. Prepare and pack the food on the day of training, preferably no more than 2–4 hours before serving.
When should I check the tennis equipment?: Check rackets, balls, cones, agility ladders, skipping ropes and bibs at least one day before the session. Test the speaker, microphone, lighting and extension cords on site before participants arrive.

Start this plan in Lizzt

Every task and item on this page, ready in your own event. Invite people, split the work, and see who has done what.