Get in a game at these indoor tennis courts in Toronto
As much as everyone wishes, there is no shortening a Toronto winter or stopping a summer rainstorm that persists all week long. When it gets a little too stormy to swing the racquet outside, hunker down in one of these 10 indoor tennis clubs and facilities, where you’ll never have to worry about wind, rain or snow.
Etobicoke Olympium
590 Rathburn Rd, Toronto, ON M9C 3T3The Olympium is among the crown jewels of the Toronto sports scene, a complex that appeals to all kinds of athletes and often hosts high-profile events. This world-class facility was one of the main venues for the 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games. Not surprisingly, their tennis facilities are state-of-the-art. And if you need to work on strength conditioning to improve your game, the Olympium has everything you need.
University of Toronto Athletic Centre
55 Harbord St, Toronto, ON M5S 2W6It seems like everything U of T does is on a grand scale with top quality in mind. Their athletic centre, which features four sports courts, attracts registered students and general public alike. You don’t need to be a U of T student to enjoy everything they offer, just an interest in using some of the best facilities in the city. Don’t be surprised if you see one of Canada’s future tennis stars serving an ace beside you.
Eglinton Flats Winter Tennis Club
3601 Eglinton Ave W, Mississauga, ON L5M 7C4Tennis court time per hour is priced below minimum wage so, no matter what your budget, this is one of the most affordable places to play in the city. They’ve got six courts for tuning your spins and swings, with reservations available either online or by phone. And if you’re looking for competition, consider their weekly round-robin tournaments, house league teams or the tennis academy.
NYTA Winter Tennis Club
120 Bond St, Toronto, ON M5B 1X8For more structured play during the winter months, the NYTA Winter Tennis Club is one of your best bets. By enrolling as a member you get access to three indoor bubbles – the Peanut Plaza, Don Mills and Lawrence, and Cassandra Park. For occasional visits or to try out the facilities, you can book playing time as a non-member for a reasonable hourly fee without the commitment.
L'Amoreaux Tennis Centre
300 Silver Springs Blvd, Scarborough, ON M1V 1S4L’Amoureaux is beloved by tennis fans for its nine indoor courts (and five outdoors, just in case you want to stick your tongue out at Mother Nature), house league, round robin and instructional activities. The multi-tiered pricing schedule includes off-peak rates for about 30% less than the regular prime time fee.
Granite Club
2350 Bayview Ave, North York, ON M2L 1E4Ever dream of playing tennis in really posh digs? The chance can be yours for far less than you’d think at the Granite Club, one of the city’s oldest sport and social clubs. It dates back to 1875 and has kept most of its old-world charm intact. Their facility features 12 Har-Tru (crushed stone) courts, four red clay courts and eight green clay courts, with nine of those bubbled for winter play. And when you’re ready to raise your game a notch there are 12 teaching pros for everyone from novice to expert.
Mayfair Clubs
801 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto, ON M4M 1A9Of the four different facilities around the city, Mayfair’s Lake Shore East is the most centrally located and accessible. It’s also the prettiest of the quartet, with air-conditioned indoor courts and a variety of singles and doubles mixers. Factor in their amazing amenities (childcare, multi-gym, bistro, wellness spa, pro shop), and you’ll be tempted to visit at all hours to work on your swing.
The Toronto Lawn Tennis Club
44 Price St, Toronto, ON M4W 1Z4Consider a membership to this club because playing here will more than fulfill all of your racquet dreams. When the Toronto Lawn Tennis Club hosted Canada’s first official International tennis championship in 1881, it cinched its reputation as one of the city’s most elegant places to score game, set, match. If you need further proof of its illustrious history, check out the roster of tennis legends who’ve graced these courts: Rod Laver, Arthur Ashe, Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova, Björn Borg, John Newcombe, Tony Roche and Jimmy Connors. Add your name to the list.
Toronto Tennis City
185 Balliol St, Toronto, ON M4S 1C2Want to feel like a posh tennis star without having to shell out exorbitant yearly fees? Then the courts formerly known as the Greenwin Tennis Club will make you feel like an instant star. They don’t just have regular clay courts, they have Italian red clay courts — and five of them to boot. You can play from 6:30 am to 10:30 at night, and chat with fellow players in their state-of-the-art clubhouse that’s fully staffed and serviced.
