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Tennis & Pickleball
Our outdoor tennis court reservation / cancellation policy is changing, effective 6/1/2023.
You can view the full policy here.
The City of Bellaire has three outdoor tennis facilities which also have pickleball lines painted on them. For more information on each facility, use the tabs below.
The Bellaire Recreation Center also offers open-play indoor pickleball. For updated days & times please visit the "Indoor Pickleball" tab below.
- Bellaire Tennis & Pickleball Courts
- Mulberry Tennis & Pickleball Courts
- Feld Tennis & Pickleball Courts
- Indoor Pickleball
- Tennis Court Rules
- Tennis & Pickleball Lessons
Bellaire Tennis Courts - 7008 Fifth St. (behind Bellaire Recreation Center)
The Bellaire Tennis Courts are located directly behind the Bellaire Recreation Center at 7008 Fifth Street. There are two full-sized tennis courts with pickleball lines also painted on them. The net is a regulation tennis net, and there is not a regulation-height pickleball net. There are lights available for playing after dark.
Hours:
Every Day 6:00am - 10:30pm
Mulberry Tennis Courts - 700 Mulberry Ln.
The Mulberry Tennis Courts are located in Mulberry Park at 700 Mulberry Lane. There are three full-sized tennis courts with pickleball lines also painted on them. The net is a regulation tennis net, and there is not a regulation-height pickleball net. There are lights available for playing after dark.
Hours:
Every Day 6:00am - 10:30pm
Feld Tennis Courts - 6406 Avenue B. (behind Feld Softball Field)
The Feld Tennis Courts are located directly behind the Feld Softball Field at 6406 Avenue B. There are two full-sized tennis courts. There are lights available for playing after dark.
Hours:
Every Day 6:00am - 10:30pm
The Bellaire Recreation Center has three indoor pickleball courts that are used for open play pickleball. For more information on indoor pickleball, please visit the Recreation Center page.
Tennis Court Rules
- City of Bellaire Tennis Courts are open to the public, however they may be reserved to secure a specific time. Fees do apply.
- Residents may book 2 hours on one court & may reserve up to one week in advance.
- Non-Residents may book 2 hours on one court and may only reserve a court 2 days in advance.
- Reservations can be made over the phone at 713-662-8280, online, or in-person at the Bellaire Recreation Center (7008 Fifth St.).
- Reserved court times, approved lessons, and leagues have priority over walk-ups.
- Private classes/lessons must be approved by the Parks and Recreation Department.
- Please observe court etiquette:
- Do not cross courts while ball is in play
- Do not lean on nets.
- Place trash in cans.
- Only Tennis is allowed to be played on courts, with the exception of Pickleball on the Bellaire courts.
- No loud music, yelling, or profane language.
- Bicycles, skateboards, rollerblades and black-soled shoes are PROHIBITED on the courts.
Only instructors with a contract with the City of Bellaire are allowed to do paid instruction on the courts. To become an instructor, please contact Derick Bugg at dbugg@bellairetx.gov.
Sweetnam Tennis | Juan Bracho Tennis Academy |
Tennis instruction based on research and techniques to teach students how to compete as a team and individually. Visit www.sweetnamtennisbellaire.com or call 832-512-7240 for pricing and registration. Now offering private pickleball lessons! CONTACTGary Sweetnam | Provides a combination of sound, proven technique, games, and drills that increase the joy of the game. Visit www.tennisbracho.com, or call 832-483-4279 for pricing and registration.CONTACTJuan Bracho |
Indoor Pickleball Lessons |
The Bellaire Recreation Center houses a variety of pickleball lessons for skill ranges from Beginner to Advanced Intermediate Doubles. For more information on our pickleball lessons, please visit our pickleball lessons page or contact our instructor. Days: Tuesday & Thursday Times: 9:00 am - 10:20 am, 10:30 am - 11:50 am Instructor: Eugene Leong Contact: eyleong@yahoo.com |
Reservations
All tennis courts can be used on a first-come first-served basis, however reservations are also available to ensure a specific date and time. Reserving an outdoor court for Pickleball follows the same rules and process as reserving a court for tennis.
- Reservations are $5/hr for residents, or $10/hr for non-residents.
- Residents can reserve up to 7 days in advance; Non-residents can reserve up to 2 days in advance.
- An individual can only reserve one tennis court per day.
- An individual cannot make a reservation for more than two hours at a time.
- Reserved court times have priority over walk-up users.
- Reservations can be made online or over the phone at 713-662-8280.
- Private classes/lessons must be approved by the Parks and Recreation Department.
GENERAL NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC REGARDING TENNIS INSTRUCTION
Under section 27-97 of the Code of Ordinances for the City of Bellaire, it is unlawful for an individual to conduct business as a tennis instructor on City of Bellaire property without written consent from the city. If you are interested in obtaining a contract with the City of Bellaire, please contact Derick Bugg at dbugg@bellairetx.gov.
For a list of current contracted and approved tennis instructors with the City of Bellaire, please visit the Tennis Lessons tab at the top of this page.
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Parks, Recreation, and Facilities
Physical Address
7008 Fifth Street
Bellaire, TX 77401
Phone: 713-662-8280
BELLAIRE RECREATION CENTER HOURS
Monday - Thursday7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.Friday7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Saturday8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.SundayClosed