Overview
OLA Beach Tennis is an outdoor tennis club in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, located at 2525. OLA Beach Tennis is a membership-based club. The courts are unlit, so play is best during daylight hours. OLA Beach Tennis is one of 2 tennis clubs (24 tennis venues in total) in Santa Monica — nearby options include Beach Tennis Santa Monica (37 m away) and Ocean View Park (289 m away).
What players say Loved by players
Players say Ola Beach Tennis offers a vibrant, welcoming beach tennis experience with an outstanding community and inclusive environment. The facility features regular open play sessions, lessons, and tournaments, all enriched by a lively atmosphere with music, wellness activities, and friendly, passionate coaches. Many highlight the ease of learning and the social, fun vibe that keeps players coming back.
Ola Beach Tennis provides group lessons and clinics with encouraging instructors such as Sam, Blake, Brian, and Zion, who are praised for being friendly and supportive. Players recommend taking lessons to learn basics before joining open play. The facility also hosts well-run tournaments and competitive events.
The community is described as warm, inclusive, and social, drawing players of all skill levels. Events often include live DJs, wellness activities like ice baths and massages, and local food sampling, creating a lively, positive vibe. Staff and owners are noted as friendly, helpful, and engaging.
Open play happens regularly, notably on Tuesdays and Sundays, encouraging walk-ins and new players. There is mention of some differences in crowd size on different days and affordable drop-in fees. Players appreciate the flexible access and the option to purchase equipment for reduced session fees.
The facility is outdoor on the beach with a festive atmosphere including music and sunset play. Play winds down by early evening (around 6:30 pm in late fall), indicating limited or no lighting for extended night play.
Pricing is considered very reasonable and accessible, with $15 to rent a racket and play or $10 to play if bringing your own racket. Buying an Ola racket for $115 lowers open play fees to $5 per session, viewed as a good value. Players feel the sport is a fun workout and worth the cost.
Hours & Popular Times
- Thursday · Today Closed
- Friday Closed
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday 12–4 PM
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday 4–7 PM
- Wednesday Closed
Programs
Competitive leagues with divisions I, II, III based on Beach Tennis Rating; teams for World Cup tournament of 6 players (3 men, 3 women) with max three Division I players; league playoff tournaments; seasonal MVP awards; eligibility via skills assessments or ITF victories
Five progressive levels with skill assessments every three months, progression ceremonies, certificates, sweatband rewards, weekly scheduled training sessions
Weekly small-group sessions for skill improvement, level-based, max 4 students per class, video feedback and technical analysis included
Coaching Staff 4 instructors
Social & Leagues
Individual-based divisions with rating system, leaderboard rankings, match logging, and playoffs; Spring League April-May and Summer League June-August with divisions and playoff tournaments
Weekly Open Play events Tuesdays 4pm-sunset and Sundays 12pm-5pm; quarterly tournaments and wellness events; World Cup social teams without Division I players; seasonal MVP gifts and VIP check-in wristbands