Overview
Jackie Robinson Park Playground Tennis Courts is an outdoor public tennis facility in Brooklyn, New York, located at M3JC+4QM in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood. The courts are open to the public. NYC Parks tennis permit required in season (full-season or single-play passes). There are 4 courts with a hard surface. The courts are unlit, so play is best during daylight hours. Jackie Robinson Park Playground Tennis Courts is one of 27 public tennis facilities (51 tennis venues in total) in Brooklyn — nearby options include Brainiac Tennis (957 m away) and Brooklyn Tennis Company (1.3 km away).
What players say Positive
Players say Jackie Robinson Park Playground Tennis Courts offer decent, recently redone outdoor courts suitable for casual play and junior learning. The courts are community-oriented with friendly people and a dedicated staff member named Ralph. Some concerns include permit requirements, limited amenities, and neighborhood upkeep.
The courts have been nicely redone and are outdoors on hard surfaces. While decent for play and practice, the pavement isn’t perfectly smooth, and the practice walls are somewhat low compared to other nearby parks. Overall, the courts have improved over the years.
Players highlight a positive community vibe, mentioning that children are welcome for play and learning. Ralph, who runs the courts, receives praise for his role. However, there is some friction related to permit enforcement, with at least one player noting unfair treatment for non-permit holders.
The courts require a permit for use, which some players find frustrating, though details about booking difficulty or reservation systems are not well reported. Drop-in play does not seem fully unrestricted due to enforcement policies.
The courts allow and encourage children to play and learn tennis, indicating junior tennis activity and community engagement with youth.
While the courts themselves have been upgraded, the surrounding park and neighborhood areas are noted as neglected and in need of development and repair. Amenities such as benches, cafes, or nearby food options are lacking.
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