New to Columbia or just visiting? Here's everything you need to start playing tennis today:
The official USTA League Tennis organization for Columbia, offering Adult, Mixed, Combo, and Singles leagues for all ability levels. Part of the world's largest recreational tennis league.
Websites: columbiatennisleague.net | columbiatennisassociation.org | USTA page
Active meetup group with 73+ members connecting tennis players in Columbia. Co-ed, laid-back atmosphere welcoming all skill levels. Includes flexible Challenge League for competitive matches and social outings.
University of Missouri club sports team. Great option for students and young adults looking for organized tennis community.
Website: engage.missouri.edu/mizzouclubtennis
Private member-owned country club with 5 tennis courts, 4 pickleball courts, tennis shop, and active tennis program. Membership includes access to all racquet sports facilities.
Website: ccmo.net/tennis
Beyond organized leagues, you can find hitting partners through:
Reserve courts online at como.gov for tournaments and practices.
12 lighted asphalt courts - Columbia's premier public tennis facility, shared with Columbia Public Schools. Features windscreens, backtops, shelter with viewing platform, and drinking fountain.
Info: como.gov | Hosts annual Show-Me State Games and tournaments
8 lighted courts - Located off parking lot on Business Loop 70 West. Easily accessible, popular for casual play and lessons.
Info: como.gov
4 courts (2 USTA regulation) - Features 2 USTA-sanctioned blended 36/60-foot courts. Unlit, located right off Fairview Road. Great for serious match play.
Info: como.gov
2 asphalt courts - New courts completed May 2024. Excellent condition for summer tennis.
3 courts - Multi-use courts with pickleball lines. Good for casual play.
Info: como.gov
1 lighted court - Convenient for evening play.
6 outdoor courts + 4 indoor/outdoor courts - One of the best college facilities in the ITA Central Region. Indoor courts with adjustable sides can be enclosed and heated for winter play. Excellent lighting for evening sessions.
Availability: Outdoor courts March 1-November 1 (weather permitting). Indoor courts year-round. Members can walk on to open courts or reserve for a small fee (bring your own racquet and balls).
Website: mutigers.com | visitcolumbiamo.com
New indoor tennis facility in Columbia offering year-round play and training programs.
Info: Facebook page
City's official tennis program - Offers both youth and adult tennis lessons.
Info: Youth Tennis | Adult Tennis
Variety of programming for all ages including private lessons and group clinics. Professional instruction at university-level facility with pro shop on-site.
Website: mutigers.com
Connect with local Columbia coaches through these platforms:
Private, semi-private, group lessons, and hitting sessions for all ages and skill levels (beginner to advanced). Serves area within 10 miles of your location.
Website: findtennislessons.com
Group lessons available with each additional person only $10 more per hour. Rates average $10/hour cheaper than local clubs.
Website: playyourcourt.com
Private and group lessons, plus on-demand content available 24/7. Flexible scheduling and pricing options.
Website: takelessons.com
Local stringing specialist - Pickup and delivery service with 48-hour turnaround. Walking distance from former Columbia Princeton Sports location.
Website: columbiatennis.net
On-site pro shop with racquet stringing service. Rates vary by string type and deadline.
Website: mutigers.com
Full tennis equipment selection plus professional racquet stringing and grip replacement services. Racquet PROS certified for custom stringing. Frequent Stringer loyalty program (5th stringing free after 4).
Address: 227 N. Stadium, Stadium Shoppes, Columbia, MO 65203
Website: dickssportinggoods.com | Racquet Services
Tennis equipment and athletic gear.
Address: 2651 Trimble Road (at East Stadium Boulevard), Columbia, MO
Website: academy.com
Buy, sell, and trade quality used sports and fitness equipment including tennis gear. Great option for budget-conscious players or trying new equipment.
Website: playitagainsports.com
Columbia combines small-city friendliness with big university amenities. The University of Missouri brings a vibrant tennis culture with top-tier facilities accessible to the public.
With 40+ tennis courts throughout the city, Columbia offers exceptional access for a city its size. The 12-court Cosmo-Bethel complex rivals facilities in much larger metro areas. Most courts are free, and reservations ensure you always have court time.
Unlike many Midwest cities, Columbia offers indoor tennis during winter months at the Mizzou Tennis Complex. This makes it ideal for tennis travelers visiting any season.
Columbia's tennis scene is welcoming to visitors. The PlayYourCourt Meetup group regularly welcomes traveling players, and the USTA leagues offer drop-in opportunities. The community is known for friendly, competitive play across all skill levels.
Columbia sits at the intersection of I-70 and Highway 63, making it an easy stop for tennis travelers exploring the Midwest. The city is roughly 2 hours from Kansas City and St. Louis, perfect for tennis tournament circuits in the Missouri Valley region.
Cosmo Park hosts the Show-Me State Games annually along with regular USTA tournaments. The Level 6 Columbia Open is held each May at Bethel Park. Check the USTA Missouri Valley tournament calendar for upcoming events.
Contact Rick Odor (573-442-3713) at Parks & Recreation to connect with local tournament organizers and league captains. The Columbia Tennis Association and PlayYourCourt Meetup are also excellent resources for networking with the local tennis community.