The Municipal Tennis Center and pickleball courts reopened Tuesday, joining the Santa Barbara Golf Club as city recreation facilities available for public use.
Social distancing protocols will be in place at the tennis center, with details posted at the facility. Staff will ensure all necessary measures are taken, in accordance with state and local public health guidelines, said Jeff Smith, sports supervisor for the City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department. “If you plan to play at Muni Tennis, please bring all necessary equipment with you, including a mask to wear until you reach your reserved court.”
Court time slots must be booked in advance. Book by clicking here.
The modified reopening is in accordance with the Santa Barbara County Department of Public Health order issued on Friday, April 24 that provided new guidance for essential businesses and recreation facilities.
The Municipal Tennis Center, located at 1414 Park Place (off Old Coast Highway), is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Sunday.
For more information and questions, contact Jeff Smith at JESmith@SantaBarbaraCA.gov or call 805.564.5495.
Here are the guidelines for a safe player experience at the Tennis Center.
»Parking lot gate will be closed and locked at 6:15 p.m.
»Advanced court reservation required.
»Courts may be reserved for 1 hour or 2 hours (maximum) per group.
»Players will be greeted by a City employee when arriving to check in.
»Players will be directed to their assigned court.
»Players shall wear a mask until entering assigned court.
»Court gates shall be secured open during facility hours.
»Youth 17 or under must be accompanied by a parent.
»No congregating at the courts or facility. No spectators permitted.
»Bring your own equipment including hand sanitizer, towel, racquet, water, and water bottle.
»Remove your personal items when leaving. Items left behind will be discarded.
»Courtside benches shall be removed or made unavailable.
»Public drinking fountains are closed.
»Municipal tennis/pickleball lobby is closed.
»Hitting walls are closed.
— Noozhawk sports editor Barry Punzal can be reached at bpunzal@noozhawk.com. Follow Noozhawk Sports on Twitter: @NoozhawkSports. Connect with Noozhawk on Facebook.