A guide to playing tennis
Some of South Bay & Long Beach’s tennis courts you can book are free, and about half let you turn up and play.
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Live Oak Park in Manhattan Beach has six lighted outdoor tennis courts, picnic areas, a dog run and open green space.
A well-loved public park facility in Rolling Hills Estates, eight outdoor hard courts set among the park's baseball fields, trails, and horse arenas. It's home to the annual Tracy Austin Doubles Tennis Tournament, and the relaxed first-come, first-served culture makes it an easy, welcoming spot to get a game in.
A city-run tennis center in a Redondo Beach park, with seven outdoor hard courts lit for evening play alongside pickleball and racquetball. A membership-based public facility popular with locals — reviewers praise the well-lit courts and welcoming crowd.
South End Racquet & Health Club is a private athletic club set on seven acres in Torrance, established in 1978. Alongside its tennis courts, members and guests can play pickleball, padel, squash and racquetball, then unwind in the sauna, steam room and jacuzzi or grab a bite at the on-site café and lounge.
Hermosa Beach operates six free outdoor public tennis courts a few blocks from the beach and pier. Unreserved court play is available subject to court hours and availability; eligible residents and approved instructors may reserve through the city’s Tennis Membership Program.
Peninsula Racquet Club is an equity-owned private club on a bluff in Rancho Palos Verdes, with ocean views from the courts and picnic area. It offers tennis, pickleball, coaching and a pro shop.
A free, public park in the heart of El Segundo where locals walk on for a casual hit without booking ahead. The five outdoor courts share the grounds with pickleball, paddle tennis and racquetball, and on-site coaching is available for players looking to improve.
Charles H. Wilson Park is Torrance's largest park, a lively green space with shaded walking loops, a splash pad, and picnic areas alongside its outdoor tennis courts. It's a solid pick for a casual public hit combined with a family day out — reviewers praise the shade and relaxed, well-maintained grounds.