🎯What’s My NTRP Rating?

NTRP levels, 2.0 to 5.5

2.0New to the game

Learning the strokes and the scoring; rallies are short.

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2.5Getting rallies going

Can rally slowly with a partner; still judging where the ball is going.

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3.0Consistent at medium pace

Keeps medium-paced balls in play but lacks control of depth, direction and power.

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3.5Starting to build points

Aims and adds depth on moderate balls; comes to net more and uses lobs and overheads.

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4.0Dependable all-court player

Dependable strokes with depth and direction, placed first serves and spin on the second.

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4.5Uses power and spin

Handles pace, hits with power and spin, and serves aggressively on both serves.

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5.0Has a real weapon

Builds the game around a standout shot, wins points off short balls and with the first serve.

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5.5+Tournament level

Power and consistency are weapons; adjusts strategy under pressure in serious events.

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