Doyouplay. From PTLA teamWelcome to Doyouplay. From the team behind PlayTennisLALearn more
Doyouplay. From PTLA teamWelcome to Doyouplay. From the team behind PlayTennisLALearn more
How 42% of players are changing the game without breaking the bank
Where tennis thrives on public courts nationwide
Millions prove daily that world-class tennis doesn't require country-club prices. Here's your guide to the courts, communities, and strategies that make it possible.
Most tennis happens far from marble clubhouses. The data tells the real story:
Public courts dominate because cities, schools, and rec centers keep fees low—or zero. You're already on the winning side of the stats.
Community courts fuel the explosive growth in tennis participation.
Under this threshold, cost stops being a barrier and becomes pocket change
That's less than most streaming subscriptions. Split with doubles partners? Even better.
| City | Public Court Fee | Insider Intel |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | $0 – $10/hr | Griffith Park, Echo Park—free walk-on off-peak |
| New York City | $100 season permit | Works out to <$2 per session if you play 2x/week |
| Chicago | FREE | Park District courts gratis all day |
| Miami | $3 – $8/hr | Municipal passes drop hourly rates further |
Unlimited outdoor play April–Nov for $100
Quarterly card, lights included, <$40
Subsidized lessons for kids + adults nationwide
Friends, neighbors, or local demo days
40-60% off racquets and shoes
$4/can shared with partners
Shoes → strings → backup frame
"I spend more on post-match tacos than on court fees."
Community center regular
"Our doubles group rotates $8 bookings—comes to $2 each."
Municipal court enthusiast
Doyouplay maps free courts and matches you with players at your level. No fees, no hassle—just tennis.
Location: Brooklyn
looking to play in brooklyn
Location: Downtown Los Angeles
Have tennis lined up for the week but open for the weekend.
Location: Los Angeles
Looking to play at Vermont canyon 11am Tuesday- Friday
Location: Sherman Oaks
Playing at VNSO this Sunday
Location: Metrocenter/North Rhodes Park
Playing at Echo Park tomorrow Thursday from 8 am till 12 noon / Doubles or singles
Location: Rancho Park
Any 3.0-3.5 players free to play this weekend?
Location: Del Aire
I typically just rally and don't play sets. I'm in El Segundo so I play anywhere from South Bay to Santa Monica. Ready to play Today!!
Singles tomorrow at or around 5pm????
currently have torn rotator cuff -cant play
Location: Pasadena
Interested in rallies, marches, singles, doubles… just want to play and have fun!
Location: Los Angeles
About a 2.5. Love doubles but play singles, as well.
Location: Wilshire Montana
Would love a hit tomorrow between 11am and 3pm at the Christine Emerson Reed Tennis Courts in Santa Monica!
Hi! Anyone free to play tomorrow (Monday) after 2pm but before 6pm? Poinsettia preferable but Vermont or Riverside ok. 4.0+
Location: South Los Angeles
Anyone wanna play Sunday around noon?
Location: Los Angeles
4.0 Doubles anyone?
Location: Marina Del Rey
Looking to hit today, I have courts I can book for free in Marina Del Rey. I am available from 3pm and 5:30pm
Location: West Los Angeles
Looking for a 3.5-4.0 player for today 05/01 from 3PM-5PM at Cheviot Hills. Court is ready! Sorry for the last minute
Location: Northeast Los Angeles
Will be at Hermon Park early morning practicing serves. Anyone up to rally from 9-11am?
Location: Castle Heights
Anyone 3 to 4 available to rally at 6pm in Marvista??
Looking to play doubles —need one at ladera park at 4 pm text me at 4158660676
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