Swingball
Swingball (also known as tether tennis or totem tennis) is a game where two players use racquets to strike a tennis or sponge ball which has
been attached with string to the top of a vertical pole. The pole is either driven into soft ground or anchored with a heavy base.
Players:
2Competititve:
1 against 1Complexity:
5/10Duration:
MediumType:
Game of Skill - Sports GameFun Factor
Swingball is a fast-paced and energetic game that gets everyone moving.
It’s easy to set up and play, with players hitting the ball back and forth to see who can wind it to their side first.
The game builds hand-eye coordination and quick reflexes, making it exciting for both kids and adults.
Whether you're playing casually or going head-to-head, Swingball delivers active outdoor fun every time.
Game Setup and Rules
To set up Swingball, firmly secure the pole into the ground or place it in a weighted base to keep it stable during play.
Attach the ball to the top of the pole with the string, making sure it can swing freely around. Position the pole on a flat,
open area with enough space—about 3 meters in diameter—for players to move comfortably around it. Each player then stands on
opposite sides of the pole, ready with their paddle or racquet to start the game.
Players take turns hitting the ball in opposite directions around the pole, trying to wind the string fully to their side—either
all the way to the top or bottom of the pole. The aim is to be the first to wind the ball completely in your direction to win the game.
If a player misses the ball or hits it out of bounds, the other player gains the advantage or a point, depending on the variation you choose.
The game is fast-paced and requires good timing and hand-eye coordination, making every rally exciting.
Included In the Set
2 x Racquets
1 x 3-Part pole
1 x Tethered ball
1 x Manual
see pricelist
book online
Transport
The Swingball set weighs roughly 3kg, and is usually packed into a single 68L container.
The container dimensions are 54cm (length) by 37cm (width) by 26cm (height) and it can fit into most
hatchback and SUV boots, or easily on the rear seat.
Sometimes it is also placed inside the carry bag usually used for Croquet (120cm tall by approx 40cm (diameter)),
or inside a "PEP" plastic bag of 28cm (length) by 28cm (width) by 55cm (height). They all fit easily into a hatchback
or SUV boot or rear seat.
Swingball is a fast-paced and energetic game that gets everyone moving.
It’s easy to set up and play, with players hitting the ball back and forth to see who can wind it to their side first.
The game builds hand-eye coordination and quick reflexes, making it exciting for both kids and adults.
Whether you're playing casually or going head-to-head, Swingball delivers active outdoor fun every time.
To set up Swingball, firmly secure the pole into the ground or place it in a weighted base to keep it stable during play.
Attach the ball to the top of the pole with the string, making sure it can swing freely around. Position the pole on a flat,
open area with enough space—about 3 meters in diameter—for players to move comfortably around it. Each player then stands on
opposite sides of the pole, ready with their paddle or racquet to start the game.
Players take turns hitting the ball in opposite directions around the pole, trying to wind the string fully to their side—either all the way to the top or bottom of the pole. The aim is to be the first to wind the ball completely in your direction to win the game. If a player misses the ball or hits it out of bounds, the other player gains the advantage or a point, depending on the variation you choose. The game is fast-paced and requires good timing and hand-eye coordination, making every rally exciting.
Players take turns hitting the ball in opposite directions around the pole, trying to wind the string fully to their side—either all the way to the top or bottom of the pole. The aim is to be the first to wind the ball completely in your direction to win the game. If a player misses the ball or hits it out of bounds, the other player gains the advantage or a point, depending on the variation you choose. The game is fast-paced and requires good timing and hand-eye coordination, making every rally exciting.