
What Makes Paragon Sports the Best Tennis Shop in New York City?
When New York City players want the best tennis experience in the five boroughs, they come to Paragon Sports. Founded in 1908, Paragon Sports has served New York City for over a century. For tennis players, that means unmatched expertise, unrivaled selection, and a depth of service that no specialist shop can replicate. Whether you're picking up your first racquet or dialing in your string tension for a USTA league match, Paragon Sports is New York City's definitive destination for tennis.
Located at 867 Broadway in the heart of Manhattan, our dedicated tennis floor carries the sport's most trusted brands — Babolat, Wilson, Head, Yonex, Volkl, Tecnifibre, and more. New releases are stocked as soon as they hit the market. If it's new and noteworthy in tennis, you'll find it at Paragon first.
Expert Racquet Fitting & One-on-One Guidance
At Paragon Sports, we don't just sell tennis racquets. We match you to the right one. Our on-floor tennis specialists are passionate players themselves, bringing hands-on knowledge to every conversation. They walk you through frame weight, balance, string pattern, and grip size so you leave with a setup that genuinely elevates your game. That personalized attention is what makes Paragon Sports the best tennis shop in New York City, and why players keep coming back season after season.
Racquet Stringing, Regripping & Customization Services
A great racquet is only as good as its strings. At Paragon Sports, our specialists offer professional stringing and regripping with personalized recommendations to dial in your setup. Drop off your racquet and pick it up the next day, freshly strung. That's the kind of fast, professional service that makes Paragon Sports the best tennis shop in NYC for players who can't afford to be off the court.
Our full tennis services menu includes:
- Racquet Stringing — next-day turnaround, with expert tension and string selection advice
- Regripping — $5 + grip; full replacement or build-up for custom sizing
- Grip Build-Up — for players who want a truly personalized feel
- Bumper Guard Installation — $15, protect your frame investment
As one Yelp reviewer put it: "The tennis equipment expert and racquet stringing expert is the best in the business." Our stringing technicians are experienced, precise, and passionate about getting your setup exactly right.
Visit our Tennis Services page for full pricing and details.
Try Before You Buy — NYC's Best Racquet Demo Program
Not sure which racquet is right for your game? Paragon Sports lets you demo up to 3 rackets at once, and all demo fees apply toward the purchase of any performance racket within 30 days. It's the smartest way to find your perfect frame. Test it on court, feel the difference, and invest with confidence. No other full-service sporting goods store in New York City gives you that combination of selection and try-before-you-buy flexibility.
Demo pricing:
- First day: $10 per frame
- Each additional day: $5 per frame
NYC Parks Tennis Permits — Exclusively at Paragon Sports
Here's something no specialist tennis shop in New York City can offer. When you purchase your NYC Parks Tennis Permit at Paragon Sports, you unlock exclusive savings on full-price tennis gear, apparel, and footwear at checkout all season long. Purchase your permit online and pick it up in-store. It's quick, easy, and saves you money on everything you need for the season. One more reason Paragon Sports is the best tennis shop in New York City and the smartest place to start your outdoor season.
Court-Ready Apparel & Footwear for Men, Women & Kids
Looking good on court is part of the game, and the best tennis shop in New York City has you covered from head to toe. Paragon Sports carries an extensive tennis apparel selection including tops, bottoms, shirts, shorts, skirts, dresses, hats, jackets, and accessories from the sport's most trusted names. Nike, Adidas, Wilson, Head, Fila, Lacoste, Fred Perry, Yonex, New Balance, On, Vuori, and ASICS are all on the floor waiting for you.
When it comes to tennis footwear, no shop in New York City comes close to Paragon's selection. We carry dedicated tennis shoes from ASICS, On, Babolat, Wilson, Mizuno, and more. Every pair is fit by staff who know the difference between a baseline grinder and a serve-and-volley player. Whether you're shopping for a full kit or just need the right shoe before your next match, New York City's best tennis shop has everything to outfit every player at every level.
Beyond Tennis — Pickleball & Padel at Paragon Sports
The best tennis shop in New York City doesn't stop at tennis. As racquet sports continue to explode across NYC, Paragon Sports has become the go-to destination for pickleball and padel players too. Our pickleball selection covers paddles, balls, bags, and apparel for beginners and competitive players alike. For players getting into padel, one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, Paragon carries paddles, gear, and everything you need to get on court. We also carry and service squash, badminton, and racketball, making Paragon Sports the most complete racquet sports destination in New York City, all under one roof at 867 Broadway.
Whether your game is tennis, pickleball, padel, or all of the above, the best tennis and racquet sports shop in NYC has you covered.
Why Paragon Sports Is the Best Tennis Shop in NYC
No tennis shop in New York City offers what Paragon Sports does. Expert fitting, next-day stringing, a racquet demo program, NYC Parks Tennis Permit savings, and over a century of heritage — all under one roof at 867 Broadway. That combination simply does not exist anywhere else in the city.
Paragon Sports has been outfitting New York City athletes across every sport for 115 years. Tennis is not an afterthought here. It never has been.
When you walk into Paragon Sports, you're not shopping in a tennis aisle. You're walking into a tennis destination.
Testimonials
The best sports store in NYC by far. I bought my tennis racquet here and they had a lot of helpful advice regarding which one to buy. The staff has a reputation for being helpful, and it is well deserved.
— Birdeye ReviewerVerified Review
We had the best experience with the tennis gear at Paragon. The staff is helpful and knowledgeable — they're not just trying to sell stuff. They want to make sure you get what you need and want.
— EugeneGoogle Review
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