To start, the court itself is broken down into four smaller, kid sized courts to play on. Less area to run around balances out the game so that rallies are easier and more fun.
The racquets are downsized as well to fit kids' hands with ease. The number is how long the racquet is in inches, with 19 being about the smallest, and 26 the largest. A smaller racquet allows for proportional distance from the ball, as well as a faster swing from a lighter weight and the smaller size. Finally, The balls have been changed as well, to start, the Penn QST foam ball is perfect, I even use these with adults if they have trouble starting off. After they get comfortable with these, I would move on to the Gamma Quick Kids 78, which are designed for the court shown above by moving slower and bouncing lower. Or, if your child is 8 and under, you can try the Quick Kids 36 which bounce even less and have more wind drag.
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