THINGS YOU NEED IN A TENNIS PRO SHOP

[@mitchellcornett5]

Thanks! been considering opening my own shop as a career option

[@Lego-tennis]

Well Good Luck!!!

[@RobsTennisVids]

There's lots of good advice here, but unless you're opening a shop down the street from Harry's, I'd think about it a little differently. Here are my tips: You need to figure out your market. I own two shops just 30 miles apart. Some things sell at both, but the clientele have very different tastes. That's where my advise will differ mostly from Harry's - it's not about what specific products you carry, it's more of a plan for a business model. String, string, string. And I mean stringing, not just selling string. It's the one thing TennisWarehouse isn't even interested in taking from you. And, most customers will need to come to the shop twice for every string job. Even if I were to only break even on stringing, it would still be 90% of my focus. Ask any retail store owner if they like to have something that gets customers in the door twice every few months.... consistently.... for years.... It keeps the doors revolving. It's also a big plus for selling racquets. What beats the convenience of ordering online and having it on your doorstep in 2 days? Having it ready in an hour or less, and strung by the same people who normally string your racquet. Since the customer is already coming for string, it's very convenient to get their other gear there. But, you must match the online prices. Even people who want to support local business aren't always willing to pay more to do so. And quite frankly, the industry has good enough margins, especially as you grow and buy more. You can get away with charging 50 cents or a dollar more for strings, grips, and some other accessories, but match (or even beat) prices on bigger ticket items like racquets and shoes. Just make sure your customer knows it, because many will assume your prices are higher. Two things we don't get much of in my shops are people trying on shoes or demoing racquets, and then buying online. Service. I tell my employees all the time, "We can match TennisWarehouse prices, they can beat our selection, but they can't come close to touching our service". Try to be as up front and honest as possible. Don't sell them the most expensive items, help them buy what's really best for them. Your customer will appreciate it. It works especially well in the tennis industry. Tennis is a social sport. Advertising. Do very little, except when you find really good opportunities. If you treat people well, word of mouth will do more for you than any advertisement ever could. People talk, and again, tennis is a social sport. Clothing. Harry is right. You can lose on it big time. Do it right though, and it's the easiest money you can make. You need a good buyer to pick out clothing that fits the tastes of players in your area. Are they die hard tennis players who care more about playing than looking good? Then stick with mostly basics. If you have a lot of players who like to look the part, then you can do more fashion oriented apparel. No matter what type of clothing you sell, you need to maximize it as much as possible, without getting stuck with too much that gets marked down. For me, it's the trickiest product, but it can be very rewarding. Take your time, be careful with your money, but keep trying until you find a winning formula that works for you. Shoes. Here's where I agree with Harry in being specific about the products you carry. The brands really do matter. Where I disagree with Harry most is about KSwiss - they are a must. They're a great company to work with, and they have the best selling shoes in the industry right now. He's right about Nike and Adidas..... they don't care about small shops. I carry Nike, but it's not my best, or even second best selling. I dropped Adidas years ago. Many of the racquet companies also make very good shoes, and if you're already carrying their racquets, you already have an account with them. Diadora and Mizuno are growing, and are much more willing to work with small shops too. Once people try the other brands, they usually find their shoes are better than Nike and Adidas anyway.

[@khairilamali4431]

@@RobsTennisVids thanks for sharing this great info!

[@williamvergara]

@@RobsTennisVids thanks for sharing

[@Ethan-ep6pt]

Just truly enjoy your chilled yet really passionate and knowledgeable take on all things Tennis... Thanks, we really appreciate it 👏🎾

[@BullyGarfield.]

Guys if you have enough time and you play a decent amount, please try to learn how to string your tennis racket. i have and it’s pretty fun

[@Isaac-qg4sh]

This very helpful thanks for your insight!!

[@stanthebamafan]

My dad sells head rackets and he probably sells more instincts than anything. I don’t personally care for that racket but the ladies at his club love it.

[@cybernetennis]

Pro Shops are about service so you should have a lot of options for the services you provide so I would say load up on the string options (people are set in their ways) and grips and over grips.

[@toonsoffun5733]

Selling club branded clothing in white and navy is the way to go IMO. It differentiates one from online stores making the clientle more likely to buy your clothing.

[@villiam7941]

Great video Harry! Super interesting

[@bretts5571]

Hey I don't see the Dunlop Activector shoe on the wall.

[@tiberiutucusila6982]

what racket and what strings are the best for an intermediate player? i know i don t play the best but i want the best equipment:))

[@canadiantennispro]

i bet your tennis Spin t-shirts sell the most cause your very entertaining lol

[@aqewara1]

Last weekend I played with Solinco revolution string, I loved it...Can you make a review on this...? Why you dont have it in your store? Please try it

[@FirestarG1]

It’s a great string. It’s just for the Solinco crowd, it’s not the best. Most Solinco strings are made for utmost control and good spin. And revolution is like a more powerful version of Smthn like hyperg, or confidential. Therefore less control. Still great string

[@devouetedmedia2993]

I own a pickleball apparel line, how would you suggest approaching pro shops to carry our brand? We have unique designs and high quality products, but are competing against the major brands.

[@ducrocqf]

Wouldn't Zach need a stringing machine? I thought that was the main revenue stream at a pro shop. I'm sure it's assumed, but what machine would you start with?

[@BrentTnerb2217]

I'm sure Coach Rob left the video when Harry said "as much as I don't like Wilson".

[@str33tspirit]

Have you tested Tnt pro react? And if yes, how does it compare to regular tnt?

[@Sh_Tha23]

Are we going to see an update to the new balance lav?

[@arshdeepbhanot620]

We don't get any kind of grip finishing tape in India. Would you be willing to ship it here? Will pay obviously.

[@winwood4]

great video

[@tennismastertennisballs1942]

I love nadals new pure aero rafa raquet

[@DanTuber]

You forgot the stringing machine.

[@bretts5571]

Yes everyone who plays regularly should have their own stringer

[@stignatius1625]

@@bretts5571 not only a personal investment, u can string others rackets to make a side income too!

[@sandrosoler4275]

my club's pro shop is so tiny

[@thequestion2056]

You dont sell prestiges anymore bro?

[@CozySoundsOfWinter]

im 11 and i use a full size

[@alastairumpherston6732]

Welcome to Tennis Spin, where we put our spin on your tennis.

[@sportscastercanada]

What’s your ROI?

[@BOBBY-et9xb]

I once spelt Racquet "Racket" and Google asked "did you mean Racquet"

[@356Jordan]

Hey, I got a early Babolat Pure Drive (probably 2006) what poly or copoly strings do you recommend?

[@simi9222]

Lynx tour

[@josephhodge7114]

@@simi9222 love that string!

[@nullphaze7328]

The string world is crazy huge. Tons of options. Try volkl cyclone or tourna big hitter black 7 for spin. Rpm blast is kinda expensive for my tastes. Try Solinco Confidential or Tour Bite for control. Hyper G soft if you want something a bit softer on the arm but with decent control. Many other great options that I cant think of. But experiment. Have fun! Harry's (Tennis Spin) preferred string is Solinco Confidential at 48lbs

[@tedneanderthal7373]

Zac Gilbert (son of Brad Gilbert)?

[@stignatius1625]

First

[@DanielTheBozo]

you aint first

[@dadadamoo]

too fast im so fast im the fastest im a demon

[@dadadamoo]

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[@ChristianSongs7777]

coz 28.2k subscribers really wanted to know how to open a pro store... 🙄