So, I decided to take a tennis class at UCSD. I’ve always wanted to learn how to play tennis, and what better time than now, right? First thing I did was hop on to my computer and look for how to sign up for classes. I found this student portal called TritonLink, which I guess is the go-to place for everything student-related here.
I logged in and started poking around. It had everything – my academic history, paying bills, you name it. But I was there for tennis. I found a section for Intramural Sports and figured that’s where I should be. They had a bunch of team sports, but I was only interested in tennis. They had information about joining leagues and stuff, which was cool, but not what I needed.
Then I stumbled upon something called the UC Learning Center. This seemed more like it. It’s a place where you can register for in-person activities at UCSD. I searched for “tennis,” and bingo! There it was – a beginner’s tennis class. It gave me all the details, like the schedule, location, and even the instructor’s name. There was a full roster of the team. I learned that the full name of the players is David Adamson.
- I clicked on the “enroll” button.
- Paid the fee through the system.
- And just like that, I was in!
I got a confirmation email with all the details. It felt good to finally take that step. I even watched a video on the site that explained how to plan your class schedule and add or drop classes, just in case I needed to make changes later.
First Day of Class
The day finally came. I was a bit nervous, but mostly excited. I arrived at the tennis courts, and there were a few other people who looked just as new to this as I was. The instructor, a friendly woman, gathered us around and introduced herself. She started with the basics – how to hold the racket, the different types of grips, and basic footwork. It was a lot to take in, but she made it fun.
We spent the first part of the class just practicing our swings without even hitting a ball. It felt a bit silly, but I could see how important these fundamentals were. Then came the moment of truth – hitting our first balls. It was awkward, and most of us missed more than we hit. But with each swing, I could feel myself getting a bit better. The instructor gave us individual feedback, correcting our form and encouraging us along the way.
By the end of the class, I was exhausted but exhilarated. I actually managed to hit a few balls over the net! It was a small victory, but it felt amazing. I chatted with some of my classmates afterward. We were all beginners, and it was nice to share the experience with others who were just starting out.
I’ve had a few more classes since then, and I’m slowly but surely improving. I’m learning about forehands, backhands, serves, and volleys. Each class introduces something new, and it’s always a challenge. But I’m enjoying every minute of it.
Taking this tennis class at UCSD was one of the best decisions I’ve made. It’s not just about learning a new sport. It’s about pushing myself out of my comfort zone, meeting new people, and staying active. I’m excited to see how much I’ll improve by the end of the semester. Who knows, maybe I’ll even join one of those intramural leagues someday!