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Serving Up Connections: How PlayTennisLA.com Makes Partner Matching a Breeze

How PlayTennisLA.com Makes Partner Matching a Breeze

Picture this: it’s a sunny Saturday morning in Los Angeles and you’re itching for a match at Westwood Recreation Center, Griffith Park, or maybe the lighted courts in Cheviot Hills. But your regular hitting partner is out of town, and your group chat is silent. Welcome to the most common frustration for LA’s tennis community—finding someone to play, at your level, without the logistics-induced headache.

Enter PlayTennisLA.com, the free platform built for Angelenos who want less waiting and more playing. In a city famous for its traffic, packed public courts, and jam-packed schedules, PTLA is the shortcut from inspiration to a match. Whether you’re a beginner searching for a friendly rally or a seasoned player looking for a competitive set, finding your next partner has never been simpler.

"Finding people to play with around you in Los Angeles is now super easy. Our free platform helps you find the perfect hitting partner, no matter your skill level." - PlayTennisLA Team

Smart Matching for Real LA Players

Every tennis enthusiast in Los Angeles knows the pain of mismatched games or endless DMs trying to coordinate. PlayTennisLA’s platform fixes that by matching you with partners based on:

  • Skill level: From 2.0 beginners to 5.0 tournament contenders, get paired with someone who matches your game.
  • Neighborhood: Search by proximity so you can hit at nearby gems like Griffith Park, Poinsettia Recreation Center, or the Westwood Recreation Center without traversing the 405.
  • Schedule: Filter by real-time availability—no more texting in circles or wasting time calling full courts.

Just enter your preferences, pick your court, and start chatting—all within a couple of taps. Booking a court? PTLA shows live availability so you won’t show up to a full house. No more guesswork, just racquets at the ready.

LA Tennis, Your Way: From Santa Monica to Silver Lake

Los Angeles boasts hundreds of public tennis courts—Westwood's free weekday mornings, Griffith Park’s scenic riverside views, and the sunset-lit courts of Cheviot Hills. Yet, court demand can be fierce, especially after work or during weekend mornings. And while LA’s ideal weather lets you play year-round, morning fog in Santa Monica or a Valley heatwave can throw off even the best-laid plans. PlayTennisLA’s filters help you plan ahead and play smarter, letting you:

  • Find courts with lighting for evening rallies
  • Choose by surface preference—hard or Har-Tru
  • Coordinate games around peak weather and traffic times

For those navigating LA’s social tennis culture, where competitive spirit and street-court camaraderie blend, PTLA offers a digital handshake. You’ll find park players, rising juniors, and weekend warriors, all ready for their next match.

How PlayTennisLA Stacks Up to LA’s Tennis Scene

Tennis ResourceLocationDetails
PlayTennisLA.comCitywideFree partner matching, live court availability, filters for skill/location/schedule
Griffith Park Tennis CourtsGriffith Park12 lighted courts, $8–$12/hr, public, high demand
Westwood Recreation CenterWestwood8 courts, free before 5 PM weekdays, beginner-friendly
Beverly Hills Tennis ClubBeverly HillsPrivate, exclusive, membership required

Why LA Players Are Switching to PlayTennisLA

  • No cost—PTLA is free while the platform adds new features
  • Skip the group chat chaos—automated matching saves time
  • Accessibility—open to all ages and levels, citywide coverage
  • Play more, wait less—see when and where you can hit instantly
"Griffith Park captures the essence of LA tennis—where you can escape the city hustle and enjoy a match in tranquility." - Local Tennis Enthusiast

Your Next Match Awaits

LA’s tennis culture is thriving, but it’s not without its unique hurdles: snaking traffic, packed courts, and last-minute schedule changes. PlayTennisLA.com is the free solution that keeps you on the court and in the game—matching you with the right player, at the right court, right when you want to play. Ditch the endless texting, beat the booking struggle, and turn your next craving for a rally into reality. Ready to serve up your next match? Join PlayTennisLA today and connect with your next hitting partner. Tennis in Los Angeles has never been this easy.

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You might already know us

We're Bart and Ivan - two of the creators of PlayTennisLA. Now we’re building something new: Doyouplay.

Doyouplay makes it simple. Find people nearby, choose a court, and go play. We’re live in LA and quickly expanding to San Diego, SF, NYC, Austin, and more.

You asked for an app, and we listened.The ios app is here (Android is coming soon).

Still getting emails from PTLA? That's expected. The third co-founder of PTLA is continuing that project.

Doyouplay is here for anyone who wants to connect and play. Fast, easy, fun.

If that sounds like you, you're already in the right place.

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