Tennis in Alexandria, VA - Complete Guide

Quick Guide for Visitors & New Residents

Best Public Courts: Montgomery Park (4 courts, reservable), Chinquapin Park (4 lighted courts), George Washington Park (2 lighted courts)

Court Reservations: Reserve up to 7 days in advance at alexandriava.gov/recreation or call 703-746-5402. Walk-up available sunrise to sunset.

Find Partners: Join Alexandria Friendly Outdoor Tennis on meetup.com (643 members, 3.0-3.5 level) or playyourcourt.com for instant matching.

Indoor Tennis: YMCA Arlington Tennis Center (8 indoor courts, 2422 N Fillmore St) - closest year-round facility.

Lessons: Book private lessons from $30/hour via playyourcourt.com, mytennislessons.com, or ASM Tennis Academy.

Pro Shops: Mains & Crosses (5804 Wescott Hills Way) for same-day stringing, Capital Tennis & Pickleball in Old Town, Tennis String Theory with indoor hitting area.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find hitting partners in Alexandria?
Join Alexandria Friendly Outdoor Tennis meetup.com (3.0-3.5 level, 643 members), sign up for PlayYourCourt to match with 25,000+ players by skill level, or connect through NoVA Tennis League (novatennisleague.com) serving 3,800+ players in Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, and McLean. Global Tennis Network also lists local leagues and tournaments.
Where can visitors book courts for a week-long stay?
Reserve public courts online at alexandriava.gov/recreation up to 7 days in advance for Montgomery Park, Chinquapin Park, or other city facilities. Contact YMCA Arlington Tennis Center (703-329-1400) for indoor court reservations. For guaranteed access, use swimply.com to rent private courts by the hour.
How do I join group or private lessons?
Book through ASM Tennis Academy (asmtennisacademy.com) for group/private lessons at Hollin Hills and St. Stephen's & St. Agnes School. Online platforms include PlayYourCourt (any court, +$10 per extra person), MyTennisLessons (bulk discounts), and CoachUp featuring coaches like Roger Compton (25+ years experience).
What's the best way for beginners (NTRP 2.0-4.0) to connect with similar-level players?
PlayYourCourt matches you by NTRP level in under 30 seconds. Join Alexandria Friendly Outdoor Tennis on meetup.com for 3.0-3.5 players. Register for USTA Mid-Atlantic Leagues or contact Hollin Meadows Tennis Club for NVTL summer league (3.5+). Email leagues@mas.usta.com for adult league info.
Are there dedicated pickleball courts or dual-use courts?
Alexandria has 4 locations with dedicated pickleball courts: Armistead L. Boothe Park, Chambliss Park, Eugene Simpson Stadium Park, and Lee Center. Many tennis courts have dual-use pickleball lines. Contact recreation department at 703-746-4343 or visit alexandriava.gov/sports/play-pickleball-in-alexandria for current court status.

Tennis Community & Leagues

Tennis Clubs & Associations

Alexandria Area Tennis Association (AATA)

Offers adult and junior lessons, camps, leagues, match play, and social events. Hosts Alexandria Junior Tennis Tournament annually in August.

playtennis.usta.com/alexandriaareatennis

Hollin Meadows Swim and Tennis Club

2500 Woodlawn Trail, Alexandria, VA 22306 | (703) 768-3585

Private swim and tennis club with 5 tennis courts, established 1963. Family-friendly community offering Men's NVTL summer league (USTA 3.5+), kids and adult tennis programs. Courts open 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM during season (Memorial Day to second weekend in September).

hollinmeadows.org | Email: hmstcmembership@gmail.com

Little Hunting Park Pool & Tennis Club

7000 Canterbury Lane, Alexandria, VA 22307 | (703) 765-9642

Private swim and tennis club on 10 acres with well-maintained tennis and pickleball courts. Features competitive swim and tennis teams, sand volleyball, basketball, playground, and community events.

littlehuntingpark.com

Belle Haven Country Club

6023 Fort Hunt Rd, Alexandria, VA 22307 | (703) 329-1448

Private country club with extensive tennis facilities: 8 outdoor clay courts with California Corners, 5 DecoTurf indoor courts for year-round play, 2 seasonal platform tennis courts. Tennis Pro Shop on-site. Over 90 years of tennis tradition.

bellehavencc.com/racquets

Old Town Club

Private club featuring 6 clay courts and 2 cushioned courts, described as "the most serene tennis facility in the area."

oldtownclub.org/racquets

Leagues & Organized Play

USTA Mid-Atlantic Leagues

Adult tennis leagues serving Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. 2025 Flex League areas include NOVA, Richmond, Hampton Roads, and more. Contact leagues@mas.usta.com for league information.

usta.com Mid-Atlantic Leagues

NoVA Tennis League

Connects dedicated tennis partners serving 3,800+ players in Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, McLean, and Fairfax County.

novatennisleague.com

ASM Tennis Academy

International junior and adult tennis programs including USTA junior leagues and tournaments.

asmtennisacademy.com

Meetup Groups

Alexandria Friendly Outdoor Tennis

643 members | NTRP 3.0-3.5 level

Friendly competitive doubles group focused on fun, making friends, and laughs.

meetup.com/alexandria-friendly-outdoor-tennis

PlayYourCourt Alexandria Tennis

Co-ed, laid-back meetups welcoming all skill levels.

meetup.com/playyourcourt-alexandria-tennis

Tennis Courts

Public Courts (City of Alexandria)

General Info: Courts open sunrise to sunset, first-come first-served unless reserved. Reserve up to 7 days in advance online at alexandriava.gov/recreation or call 703-746-5402.

Montgomery Park

300 Montgomery St, Alexandria, VA 22314

4 outdoor tennis courts, reservable in advance for a fee

tennisdc.com Montgomery Park details

Chinquapin Park Recreation Center

3210 King St, Alexandria, VA 22302 | (703) 746-5414

4 lighted tennis courts, hitting wall available. City's largest recreation center with fitness room, indoor pool, racquetball courts, nature trails. Courts reservable; call for details.

Hours: Mon-Thu 6am-9pm (school year), 6am-6pm (summer); Fri 6am-6pm; Sat-Sun 8am-6pm

alexandriava.gov Chinquapin Park | Email: chinquapin@alexandriava.gov

George Washington Park

2 lighted outdoor tennis courts for evening play. Includes 6 dedicated pickleball courts and 2 dual-use courts.

Carlyle Dog Park & Tennis Courts

Tennis courts available alongside dog park facility

alexandrialivingmagazine.com Carlyle location

Other Public Courts

Additional courts at Fort Ward Park, Gunston Park, Armistead Boothe Park, Dog Run Park, Nicholas A Colasanto Park, Jefferson District Park, Eugene Simpson Stadium Park, Chambliss Park, and Lee Center.

Full list: alexandriava.gov/parks/outdoor-ball-courts

Indoor Tennis Facilities

YMCA Arlington Tennis & Pickleball Center

2422 N Fillmore St, Alexandria, VA 22207

8 indoor tennis courts (recently resurfaced), area's most robust indoor tennis programs, lessons for kids and adults, year-round play

ymcadc.org Arlington Tennis Center

Army Navy Country Club (Private)

1700 Army Navy Dr, Arlington, VA 22202 | (703) 892-8141

29-court facility with year-round indoor, outdoor, and evening lit play. One of largest private club tennis programs in the country.

ancc.org Racquet Sports

Private & Semi-Private Courts

Mains & Crosses Private Courts

5804 Wescott Hills Way, Alexandria, VA 22315

Private tennis facility with courts available for use. Also provides professional stringing services.

tennisdc.com Mains & Crosses

St. Stephen's & St. Agnes School

1000 St Stephens Rd, Alexandria, VA 22304

4 unlighted outdoor courts. Courts used by school athletic programs and ASM Tennis Academy for lessons. Home to Summertimes Tennis Camp (grades 3-6).

sssas.org School Facilities

Hourly Court Rentals

Private court rentals available through swimply.com - book courts by the hour with app-based reservations.

Lessons & Coaching

Tennis Academies

ASM Tennis Academy

International junior and adult tennis programs offering private, semi-private, and group lessons for all ages and skill levels. Lessons held at Hollin Hills Private Tennis Courts and St. Stephen's & St. Agnes Lower School. Includes USTA junior leagues and tournaments.

asmtennisacademy.com/products/tennis-lessons

Online Booking Platforms

PlayYourCourt

Professional tennis instruction on any court of your choice. Private, group, or USTA team practice. Each extra person only $10 more per hour. Access to 25,000+ playing partners and discounted gear.

playyourcourt.com/locations/washington-dc-tennis-lessons/alexandria

MyTennisLessons

Conveniently located instructors for all skill levels. Bulk purchase discounts available - buy more lessons upfront and pay less per hour.

mytennislessons.com Northern Virginia

CoachUp

Private tennis coaches including Roger Compton (25+ years experience). Offers private (1 student), semi-private (2 students), and small group (3-4 students) lessons.

coachup.com/sports/alexandria-va/tennis | Roger Compton profile

FindTennisLessons

Lessons starting at $30/hour for beginners, kids, teens, and adults. Private, semi-private, group lessons, or hitting-only sessions.

findtennislessons.com/city/alexandria-tennis-lessons-va

Lessons.com

Connects students with local tennis instructors for customized lessons.

lessons.com/va/alexandria/tennis-lessons

Club-Based Programs

Hollin Meadows Tennis Programs

Kids and adult tennis programs at 5-court facility. Contact for membership and program details.

hollinmeadows.org/tennis/tennis-programs

Little Hunting Park Tennis Programs

Tennis programs for various age groups and skill levels at private club facility.

prostoyou.com/virginia/little-hunting

Shops & Services

Pro Shops & Equipment

Mains & Crosses

5804 Wescott Hills Way, Alexandria, VA 22315 | Open 6:30 AM - 11:30 PM daily

Same-day stringing service ($25 drop-off with your strings). USRSA MRT Certified professional stringing. Carries Solinco, Luxilon, Wilson, Babolat strings. Full tennis equipment.

mainscrosses.com | yelp.com reviews

Capital Tennis & Pickleball (Capital Stringing)

Full-service tennis gear and stringing business serving Alexandria, Arlington, Falls Church, and Fairfax. Arlington location for trying on shoes or demo rackets. String-while-you-wait service available. Old Town Alexandria location at Bois Blanc Sports.

capitalstringing.com

Tennis String Theory

Established 1970 (originally Tennis & Fitness Sports). Same-day racquet stringing, tennis shoes, apparel, rackets, and used rackets. 2 store locations with indoor hitting area for assessment with tennis pro.

tennisstringtheory.com

Cavalier Golf & Yacht Club Tennis Center Pro Shop

Tennis apparel, footwear, equipment, gear, and professional racquet stringing services.

cavaliergyc.com/tennis-pro-shop

Racquet Stringing Specialists

All shops listed above offer professional stringing services. For comprehensive list of Virginia stringers, visit globaltennisnetwork.com/tennis-racquet-stringers/state/47-virginia.

Why Alexandria is Great for Tennis Travelers

Alexandria, Virginia is nationally recognized for its rich history and beautiful architecture - and also for its vibrant tennis community. The city offers an ideal combination for tennis-loving travelers:

Accessibility & Variety

Over 460 tennis courts throughout the area provide options for every preference. Public courts at Montgomery Park, Chinquapin Park, and George Washington Park offer lighted facilities with advance online reservations. Indoor year-round play is available at the nearby YMCA Arlington Tennis Center just minutes away.

Active Community

The area hosts 3,800+ players through NoVA Tennis League, 643-member Alexandria Friendly Outdoor Tennis meetup group, and thousands more through USTA Mid-Atlantic leagues. Finding hitting partners at your skill level takes less than 30 seconds with platforms like PlayYourCourt.

Competitive & Social Play

Host city for advanced tournaments including Virginia Senior Men's Super Category Championships and National Senior Women's Tennis Association Championship. Alexandria Area Tennis Association offers adult and junior lessons, camps, leagues, match play, and social events year-round.

Historic Charm Meets Modern Amenities

Play tennis in Old Town Alexandria's scenic parks, then explore cobblestone streets, waterfront dining, and historic sites. The city seamlessly blends 90+ years of tennis tradition at clubs like Belle Haven Country Club with modern public facilities offering same-day online reservations.

Welcoming to All Levels

Whether you're NTRP 2.0 or 5.0, beginners find affordable lessons starting at $30/hour through multiple platforms, while advanced players compete in USTA leagues and tournaments. The Hollin Meadows and Little Hunting Park swim and tennis clubs foster strong community connections, and meetup groups welcome visitors for friendly competitive play.

Convenience for Visitors

Located just minutes from Washington D.C., Alexandria offers easy court reservations up to 7 days in advance, multiple pro shops for equipment needs, and same-day racquet stringing services. The city's commitment to tennis is evident in well-maintained courts, lighted facilities for evening play, and accessible recreation department support at 703-746-5402.

For tennis enthusiasts who love meeting new players and experiencing local tennis culture, Alexandria delivers both exceptional facilities and a passionate, welcoming community.