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Tennis Court Info and Rules

Going for the shotWant to reserve a court?
Want to reserve a court at Forestmeadows? Call 850-891-4940 from 8:00am - 1:00pm daily. Want to reserve a court at Winthrop or Tom Brown? Make a reservation online or call 850-891-4940 from 9:00am - 1:00pm daily. Reservations can be made up to 6 days in advance.

Forestmeadows Park & Athletic Center
4750 North Meridian Road
850-891-4979
Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 10:00pm
Saturday/Sunday: 7:30am - 6:00pm
No free play at Forestmeadows
Forestmeadows clay courts, hard courts and the hitting wall are for tennis only

Features Include
19 lighted tennis courts (14 clay and 3 hard), tennis backboards, 3 indoor racquetball courts, 2 weight rooms, locker rooms
Play available only during supervised hours

Winthrop Park Tennis Center
1601 Mitchell Avenue
850-363-0784
Monday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday: 8:30am - 1:00pm
During the above times you must pay to play
Reservations are available by calling 850-891-4940 - all other times are first come, first play
Winthrop Park tennis courts are multi-purpose courts used for tennis, pickleball and any other sports that will not damage the surface or nets of the courts

Features Include: 6 lighted hard courts, 2 outdoor racquetball courts (schedule does not apply to racquetball courts, they are first come first play and free)

Tom Brown Park Tennis Center
501 Easterwood Avenue
850-509-4031
Monday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday: 8:30am - 1:00pm
During the above times you must pay to play
For tennis, all other times are first come, first play (free)
Tom Brown Park tennis courts are multi-purpose courts used for tennis, pickleball and any other sports that will not damage the surface or nets of the courts. Tom Brown pickleball courts are used for pickleball only.
Make a reservation online or call 850-891-4940

Features Include: 12 lighted hard courts, 12 outdoor racquetball courts (schedule does not apply to racquetball courts, they are first come first play and free)
Free walk-in play during unsupervised hours

The following courts are available for free walk-in play.
All lighted courts are open sunrise to 11:00pm. All others open sunrise to sunset.

Park Address Features
Walker-Ford Tennis Courts* 2301 Pasco Street 3 lighted hard courts
Jake Gaither Tennis Courts* 801 Tanner Drive 2 lighted hard courts
Myers Park Tennis Courts Myers Park Drive 3 lighted hard courts
Fourth Avenue Tennis Courts* 450 West Fourth Avenue 2 hard courts
Lafayette Park Tennis Courts* 403 Williams Street 2 hard courts
Jack L. McLean Park Tennis Courts* Paul Russell Road 2 hard courts

* - These are multi-purpose courts used for tennis, pickleball and any other sports that will not damage the surface or nets of the courts

Court Rules

  • During monitored hours at Tom Brown, Winthrop, and Four Oaks Parks, all players are required to register and pay appropriate fees at the monitor station at the beginning of each play period. A 10-minute default rule will be in effect for court reservations during monitored hours.
  • During non-monitored and non-open play times, play is first come first play, and should be limited to 1 ½ hours when courts are full. Visit Talgov.com for current court schedules.
  • Private instruction is prohibited if fees are charged, or the instructor is otherwise compensated.  Only authorized City staff are permitted to give paid instruction.
    No dogs, whether restrained on a leash or not, shall be allowed on or around active recreational areas such as tennis and pickleball courts.
  • The USTA Code for court conduct will be enforced. Players should show courtesy to players on other courts. Do not cross through courts during play. No horseplay or profanity.
  • These courts are used for recreational play and for programs and activities approved and/or sponsored by the City. The Tennis Superintendent must approve all court use for leagues, tournaments, and specific events.
  • Players should wear appropriate tennis and pickleball attire. Shirts and tennis shoes are required.
  • Tennis courts are multi-purpose courts used for tennis, pickleball, and any other sport that will not damage the surface or nets of the court.
  • Pickleball courts are for pickleball only.
  • Motorcycles, bicycles, skates, skateboards or any other vehicles with wheels are not allowed on the courts.
  • Players with ball hoppers will be allowed on courts if the adjacent court is empty or courts are divided by divider nets.
  • Play will not be permitted when courts are wet or otherwise unsafe. During monitored hours, all players must vacate the courts if a "Lightning Warning" has been issued.
  • Suggestions, comments, and inquiries regarding City tennis and pickleball facilities and programs should be directed to the Tennis Superintendent at 850-891-4979.
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