Overview
The Tennis and Pickleball Club at Newport Beach is an outdoor public tennis facility in Newport Beach, Los Angeles, located at 11 Clubhouse Dr. The Tennis and Pickleball Club at Newport Beach is a membership-based club. There are 14 courts with a clay surface. Courts are floodlit for evening play. The Tennis and Pickleball Club at Newport Beach is one of 33 public tennis facilities (46 tennis venues in total) in Newport Beach — nearby options include Tennis Courts (42 m away) and Newport Beach Athletic Club (733 m away).
What players say Mixed reviews
Players acknowledge The Tennis and Pickleball Club at Newport Beach as a bustling venue with many courts for tennis and pickleball, and a welcoming community atmosphere. However, critiques point to booking difficulties, subpar cleanliness, and problematic staff interactions. The club hosts tournaments and leagues but has glaring issues in facilities upkeep and customer service.
The facility offers over 30 courts including tennis and pickleball, with some newer clay courts added. The courts have good nets and lighting but some reviewers found court conditions 'mid' and 'old' with a few mentioning safety concerns with playing surfaces.
Courts are outdoor with lighting for evening play. The setting benefits from a coastal location with ocean breeze and nice weather, contributing to a relaxed, social club vibe.
Court reservations are possible but booking can be challenging; some note difficulty reaching staff and lack of promised match arranging service requiring players to find matches themselves. Drop-in is not clearly stated; the club is membership-based but lacks transparent policies.
Coaching and clinics are offered, with mentions of lead instructor Abbi and a coach named Kareem, though some reviews criticize coaching quality and professionalism, particularly for juniors. There is a perception of underpaid coaches and high staff turnover.
Junior tennis programs exist but have drawn negative feedback regarding safety and coaching attitudes toward children, with reports of bullying and poor sportsmanship encouragement.
The club hosts large tournaments (over 1,000 attendees), pickup games, and organized ladders. Adult leagues and UTR matches are played here, contributing to an active competitive environment.
Many members find the community inviting, social, and supportive with opportunities to make friends and professional connections. However, front desk and staff are often described as rude and unhelpful, dampening the experience.
Multiple reviews highlight poor cleanliness and maintenance issues including dirty bathrooms, flooding showers, inadequate locker rooms, and pest problems near the clubhouse grill. The facility sometimes feels rundown despite size.
Membership fees are considered high by some, with $200/month mentioned and complaints about money being poorly managed. Some feel the value is reasonable if playing several times weekly, while others view it as overpriced, especially given the service quality and facilities.
Hours & Popular Times
- Thursday · Today 8 AM–8 PM
- Friday 8 AM–8 PM
- Saturday 8 AM–8 PM
- Sunday 8 AM–8 PM
- Monday 8 AM–8 PM
- Tuesday 8 AM–8 PM
- Wednesday 8 AM–8 PM