Overview
Fort Greene Tennis Courts is an outdoor public tennis facility in Brooklyn, New York, located at 136-144 in the Fort Greene neighborhood. The courts are open to the public. NYC Parks tennis permit required in season (full-season or single-play passes). There are 6 courts with a hard surface. The courts are unlit, so play is best during daylight hours. Fort Greene Tennis Courts is one of 27 public tennis facilities (51 tennis venues in total) in Brooklyn — nearby options include PingPod (390 m away) and Court 16 Downtown Brooklyn – Tennis and Pickleball (662 m away).
What players say Positive
Players say Fort Greene Tennis Courts offer well-maintained outdoor hard courts in a friendly, community-oriented setting with good access to public transit and ample bike racks. While court availability can be challenging due to signing up early and a perceived closed group booking system, players praise the junior summer programs and coaching opportunities. The ambiance is family-friendly and welcoming, although some courts show wear and resurfacing is needed.
There are five outdoor hard courts that are generally well maintained, though some have dead patches and need resurfacing. The courts are described as slow but suitable for beginners and all skill levels.
Courts are free but require sign-up on a sheet that fills up quickly, making booking difficult especially during peak times. Some players report a pre-filled sheet favoring tennis association insiders, creating frustration over fairness.
The location offers tennis lessons and clinics, with players noting good coaching and mentioning a coach who posts on Instagram as @stanislava.klymova. One reviewer coaches tennis there and finds the environment friendly.
A highly regarded summer tennis program for young children is offered, praised as 'amazing,' supporting junior tennis development.
The community vibe is generally family-oriented and welcoming, with a mix of skill levels among players. Some players warn about encountering difficult personalities typical of tennis environments.
The courts and park area are considered well maintained overall, with nearby bathrooms available, though no detailed mention of locker rooms or showers.
Playing is free with a required sign-up sheet, but there is mention of a $100 seasonal fee, not prorated, possibly linked to some organized program access.
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
Programs
Competitive play centers on ladder championships and tournaments with A/B, Women’s, Doubles Top 8/16, and 3.0/3.5/4.0/4.5+ draw divisions, plus open, women’s, mixed, and parent/child formats.
Kids Day with KCTL is listed, with a kids registration link; another Kids Day event includes Doubles + Picnic.
Social & Leagues
Ladder play runs through the summer and culminates in championships; tournament pages show 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5+, and Women’s draws, while championship pages list A/B, Women’s, and Doubles Top 8/16 brackets.
Recurring club events include tournaments, clean-up and repair days, fundraising drives, Kids Day with KCTL and a picnic, an Earth Day cleanup, and season kickoff gatherings; hospitality mentions food and drinks, desserts, complimentary beverages, light bites, raffle prizes, and light hitting competitions.