Restringing and overgrips: racket service right at the club

Your racket plays only as well as its strings. Good news: restringing and overgrips are available right at Lahta Tennis — ask the administrator at the front desk.

Why restring at all

Strings lose tension from day one. The ball starts to fly long, control fades, and your arm works harder than it should. A break is not the only reason — most strings die quietly while still in the racket.

Rule of thumb: restring as many times per year as you play per week. Playing twice a week — restring every six months. And at least once a year even if you play rarely.

Signs it's time

• The ball flies mushy and imprecise though your technique hasn't changed.
• Strings keep sliding out of place.
• Fraying or notches on the strings.
• Your forearm or elbow aches after playing — dead strings pass vibration into your arm.

Tension in two words

The range is printed on the frame (usually 22–27 kg). Lower — more power and comfort, higher — more control. The middle of the range is a safe start; our administrator will help you pick the string and tension.

Overgrips

An overgrip is a consumable: it absorbs sweat and gets slippery. Replace it every 6–10 sessions, more often in summer. Overgrips are sold at the club — the front desk will help you choose and wrap one.

How it works here

Bring your racket to the administrator, agree on the string and tension, pick it up ready. While yours is being strung, play with a rental — rackets are available right when you book a court online.