With summer in full swing, it’s officially tennis, padel and pickleball season. Seeking the perfect place to ace your serve? Our editors rounded up the best courts in Boston.
Amory Park Tennis Center
Nestled into Amory Park lie six green clay courts—perfect for low-impact tennis. This tennis center is open for public use and hosts a variety of programs, including tournaments and team play for all ages. 45 Amory St., netresultstennis.net
Boston Common
Situated in America’s oldest park, these classic hard courts are ideal for an afternoon rally. Reserve a spot at one of the two well-kept courts, complete with a backboard for drills, at Boston Common. 139 Tremont St., boston.gov/parks/boston-common
Boston Pickle Club
Solely dedicated to pickleball, Boston Pickle Club offers a variety of pickleball offerings, including tournaments, lessons and more on its seven premium indoor courts. The club is more than just a place to play—it’s a place to connect with fellow players. 91 Sprague St., bostonpickleclub.com
The Track at New Balance
Visit New Balance’s world-class athletic facility’s eight wood courts with permanent lines and movable nets to play open pickleball or in an upcoming pickleball tournament. The Track offers much more than just pickleball, with a wide variety of sports facilities, recovery spaces, private suites and more. 91 Guest St., thetrackatnewbalance.com
Bosse Sports
This state-of-the-art indoor sports facility offers pickleball classes, events, private lessons and indoor court rentals. Four permanent pickleball courts and an additional three on the adjacent basketball court are available for pickle play. 1 Westinghouse Plaza, bossesportshp.com
Jamaica Plain Pickleball
The pickleball courts off of South Street in Jamaica Plain have become a home to pickleball enthusiasts. This dedicated group of players has grown together through the years over the common interest of pickleball and has established The Mayor’s Cup Adult Pickleball Championship Tournament. If pickleball is your game, then these are your people. 52 South St., facebook.com/JPpickleball
The Lawn on D
The vibrant and fun outdoor game center offers first-come-first-serve pickleball courts while concessions are closed and courts for reservation when concessions are open. The Lawn on D is quite the social scene for fun and games, with additional activities including ping pong, cornhole and bocce. After a round of pickleball, play the giant versions of board games like chess, Jenga, Connect Four and more. 420 D St., signatureboston.com
Life Time
Get involved in the pickleball community at Life Time Metrowest-Boston. Clinics, leagues, tournaments, mixers, lessons, open play and court reservations are among the various opportunities to pickleball the Life Time way. Club members also enjoy exclusive access and high-end amenities. 490 Old Connecticut Path, lifetime.life
Padel Boston
This fall, one of the first indoor padel clubs is opening in the Boston Area. Padel Boston in Dedham will offer open play for athletes of all skill levels, and those who opt to become members can enjoy advanced and discounted bookings, access and discounts to clinics, lessons and equipment rentals. 220 Rustcraft Road, playpadelboston.com
Pickleball Social Club
Harpoon Hub Sports Boston’s Pickleball Social Club is a league-driven community with almost daily pickleball events. Beginner and recreational players with DUPR scores from 2.0 to 3.5 are encouraged to join the rec league for fun. Intermediate to advanced players with DUPR scores from 3.0 to 4.5 are part of the juicer league for competitive play. 306 Northern Ave., hubsportsboston.com
Play PKL
The Play PKL parlor is an all-encompassing pickleball party spot. Food, drinks, music, trivia nights, live performances and pickleball occur at the fun and vibrant spot. Cornhole, shuffleboard and additional games offer diverse opportunities to play. 64 C St., playpkl.com
Prince Street Park
Rallying in the city center is tough but not impossible. Prince Street Park offers two full tennis and pickleball courts, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the city. Just be sure to arrive early, as the courts are first come, first serve. 15 Commercial St., globaltennisnetwork.com
Sensa Padel
Welcome to Boston’s very first padel club, Sensa Padel. With four indoor courts and soaring 40-foot ceilings, Sensa Padel is the ultimate playground for all ages and skill levels. Get in on the padel revolution. 1 Westinghouse Plaza, sensapadel.com
Photography by: Courtesy of Play PKL
