New to Chula Vista? Here's what you need to know to start playing tennis today:
Multiple options for finding tennis partners of similar skill level:
As a visitor to Chula Vista (staying 3-7 days):
Court access for short-term visitors:
Lesson options in Chula Vista:
For beginners through intermediate players:
Chula Vista offers exceptional conditions for tennis enthusiasts and traveling players:
Website: sandiegotennis.com | Phone: (619) 299-8647
Email: sddtatennis@gmail.com | Location: 2221 Morley Field Dr, San Diego, CA 92104
The regional USTA organization for Chula Vista and all San Diego County. All-volunteer, 35+ board members dedicated to growing tennis.
Programs:
Website: ustasocal.com
Chula Vista falls under USTA SoCal - access to tournaments, league play, regional championships. 2025 USTA League National Championships include events in San Diego (Oct 10-Nov 9).
Facebook: facebook.com/EastlakeCVTennisPlayersClub
Local community group for Eastlake area tennis players - social play and networking.
Hours: Most parks open 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM daily | Info: City of Chula Vista Parks & Recreation (chulavistaca.gov)
Permits: Required for organized activities/groups. Individual/casual play is free and walk-on.
Courts: Multiple lighted tennis courts | Size: 29-acre park
Features: Basketball, softball fields, skate park, dog park, BBQ areas
Best For: Evening play (lighted courts), families, multiple courts available
Location: 436 C St, Chula Vista, CA 91910 | Courts: 4 tennis courts
Size: 20.9 acres | Features: Baseball, basketball, picnic/BBQ areas with shelters
Best For: Downtown location, convenient access, family recreation
Location: 500 E Naples St, Chula Vista, CA 91911 | Courts: 3 tennis courts
Note: No reservations needed - first-come, first-served. Court condition varies; occasional debris/leaves.
Courts: Public tennis courts
Notable: Training location for WTA pro Midori Castillo Meza and coach Antonio Ramos
The following parks also feature tennis courts (contact Parks & Recreation for details):
Location: 2405 Clubhouse Dr, Chula Vista, CA | Courts: 5 tennis courts
Facilities: Pool, clubhouse, office, restrooms, lounge areas
Access: Private membership club (key required for entry)
Contact: Visit location for membership information
Private community club in Eastlake area - contact for membership details.
Courts: 10 tennis courts
Note: School facility - public access may be limited to non-school hours. Check with school administration.
Through Measure P funding, Chula Vista has completed:
Website: ontherisetennisacademy.com/chula-vista-tennis-lessons
Phone: (866) 237-9067 | Email: info@ontherisetennisacademy.com
Coverage: All Chula Vista zip codes (91910, 91911, 91913, 91914) and neighboring communities
Format: Mobile coaching - instructors come to your preferred court (public parks, private courts, HOA facilities)
Programs:
Instructors: Certified and experienced in teaching all ages and skill levels
Website: sandiegotenniscenter.com
Youth and adult tennis classes with professional programming at public facilities, including Chula Vista locations. Mission: bring quality tennis instruction to community courts.
Website: playyourcourt.com/locations/san-diego-ca-tennis-lessons/chula-vista
Certified instructors come to your nearest court - convenient scheduling, all ages and skill levels.
Coaches WTA professional Midori Castillo Meza at Scobee Park. Active in local tennis development.
Nonprofit organization in Chula Vista and San Ysidro - community tennis development focus.
Location: 1434 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 (serving Chula Vista area)
Phone: (619) 295-5362 | Website: raystennis.com
Hours: 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM (call to confirm)
Services:
History: Established 1969 - one of the oldest and largest tennis shops west of the Mississippi. Family-owned, serving San Diego community 40+ years.
Website: dickssportinggoods.com/s/racquet-services
Services: Custom racquet stringing by certified Racquet PROS, loyalty program (5th stringing free after 4)
Locations: Multiple San Diego area stores - check website for nearest location
Website: highpointtennis.com/pro-shop
Pro Shop: Large inventory - HEAD, Wilson, Babolat, Luxilon strings
Stringing: 24-hour turnaround time
Website: lajollatennis.com
Racket stringing workshop, shoes, racquets, grips, strings, accessories
Ranking: WTA ranked (No. 1420 as of recent reports)
Training: Daily practice at Scobee Park, Chula Vista with coach Antonio Ramos
Achievements:
Community Connection: Sister Naomi works with Club Raquetas (Tony Ley) in Chula Vista/San Ysidro
Adrien Abarca: Chula Vista junior competing in 2025 Maze Cup (Boys' 16s division)
Development: Active junior programs through SDDTA, local academies, and school teams (Eastlake High School has 10 courts)
Chula Vista is home to the nation's only warm-weather U.S. Olympic Training Center - tennis is among the supported sports, attracting athletes worldwide. Underscores the city's commitment to high-level athletic development.
Location: Chula Vista Bayfront
Scale: Massive tennis-anchored sports complex with central tennis venue and 34 surrounding courts
Features: Varying sizes, surfaces, and purposes - designed for tournaments and community use
Status: Development in progress - will significantly expand Chula Vista's tennis profile