Pickleball in the Los Angeles Metro Area

The Los Angeles metro area has public pickleball courts, indoor open play, recreation center programs, and scheduled drop-in sessions. The City of Los Angeles operates pickleball sites in several parts of the city, and nearby Santa Monica has a structured public drop-in program.

Pickleball access varies by location. Some courts use open play and player rotation, some require registration, and some recreation centers schedule pickleball inside a gym. Check the local recreation department before traveling to a specific facility.

Where to Play Pickleball in Los Angeles

Cheviot Hills Recreation Center
2551 Motor Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90064

The City of Los Angeles lists pickleball among the sports and fitness programs at Cheviot Hills Recreation Center. Pickleball availability can depend on current programming and court schedules, so contact the recreation center before visiting specifically to play.

Westwood Recreation Center
1350 South Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90025

Westwood Recreation Center has hybrid tennis and pickleball courts with permanent pickleball lines. Court use can vary by day, so check the current recreation center schedule before visiting.

Stoner Recreation Center
1835 Stoner Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90025

Stoner Recreation Center offers indoor adult pickleball open play in its gym. Open play is scheduled during selected weekday hours and can be affected by other recreation programs. Check the current schedule before visiting.

Montecito Heights Recreation Center
4545 Homer Street, Los Angeles, CA 90031

Montecito Heights Recreation Center is a City of Los Angeles pickleball location. Check with the recreation center for current court access and scheduled play.

Eagle Rock Recreation Center
1100 Eagle Vista Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90041

Eagle Rock Recreation Center offers pickleball through its adult recreation programming. Programs can include classes and scheduled play, so check the current recreation schedule before visiting.

Elysian Valley Recreation Center
1811 Ripple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90039

Elysian Valley Recreation Center has pickleball programming through the City of Los Angeles. Playing times and programs can change between recreation seasons.

Westchester Recreation Center
7000 West Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Westchester Recreation Center is a City of Los Angeles pickleball location and is convenient for players staying near LAX and the surrounding neighborhoods. Check current court schedules before visiting.

Granada Hills Recreation Center
16730 Chatsworth Street, Granada Hills, CA 91344

Granada Hills Recreation Center has offered pickleball programs for adult players, including beginner and intermediate instruction. Check the current recreation schedule for court and program availability.

Nearby Pickleball Options

Los Angeles players, particularly those on the Westside, sometimes travel to neighboring cities for organized drop-in play. The following courts are outside the City of Los Angeles and can be useful when you want to join an established open play session rather than arrange your own group.

Memorial Park - Santa Monica
1401 Olympic Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Memorial Park is outside Los Angeles in the City of Santa Monica. It has scheduled drop-in pickleball with players rotating into games using a paddle stacking system. This makes it an option for Westside players looking for organized open play. Registration may be required and a fee applies.

City of Santa Monica pickleball information

Veterans Memorial Park - Culver City
4117 Overland Avenue, Culver City, CA 90230

Veterans Memorial Park is outside Los Angeles in Culver City. Players from nearby West Los Angeles and other Westside neighborhoods also use Culver City pickleball facilities for open and organized play. Check the city's current recreation schedule before making the trip.

See the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks pickleball page for current City of Los Angeles court information and rules.

Pickleball Lessons and Classes in the Los Angeles Metro Area

City recreation centers offer seasonal pickleball instruction at several locations. Classes can include introductions for first-time players, beginner instruction, intermediate classes, drills, and supervised play.

Granada Hills Recreation Center has offered beginning and intermediate adult pickleball classes. Eagle Rock Recreation Center has also offered adult pickleball instruction. Programs change by recreation season, so players should use the current recreation center schedule rather than relying on an older class calendar.

Santa Monica offers Introduction to Pickleball and Pickleball for Beginners programming at Memorial Park. These programs cover the basic skills and rules needed to start playing. Private instruction is not permitted on Santa Monica's public pickleball courts.

Players looking for a first class should check the facility schedule before arriving. Registration may be required and a fee may apply.

Pickleball Events and Organized Play in the Los Angeles Metro Area

Organized pickleball in the metro area includes recreation center open play, scheduled group sessions, clinics, and level-based drop-in play. Programs vary by facility.

Stoner Recreation Center offers scheduled indoor adult open play when the gym schedule allows. Westwood Recreation Center is also used for organized pickleball sessions. City recreation programming can change during camps, holidays, and seasonal program periods.

Santa Monica has an established drop-in program at Memorial Park. Sessions are scheduled during the week and on weekends. Players register by skill level and use a paddle stacking system to rotate into games. The city also offers introductory pickleball programming for newer players.

Players looking for organized play in Santa Monica can check the City of Santa Monica pickleball schedule. Los Angeles players can check the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks pickleball page for city programs and court information.

Pickleball for Visitors to Los Angeles

Los Angeles covers a large area, so visitors should look for a court near the neighborhood where they are staying. On the Westside, options include Cheviot Hills Recreation Center, Westwood Recreation Center, Stoner Recreation Center, and Westchester Recreation Center. Players staying in Northeast Los Angeles can check Eagle Rock, Elysian Valley, and Montecito Heights. Granada Hills and Encino provide options in the San Fernando Valley.

Some Los Angeles players also travel to nearby cities for established open play. Memorial Park in Santa Monica and Veterans Memorial Park in Culver City are two nearby options that draw players from the Westside. Check the separate city guides for court and open play details at those locations.

City recreation center schedules and court availability can change, so check the facility before traveling specifically for pickleball. See the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks pickleball page for current city information.