Drop-In Tennis

Drop-In Tennis is a great way to enjoy the outdoors with a low-impact and easy-to-pick-up sport!

You could break out a head-band and classic outfit, perfect the backhand and channel your inner Bouchard or Shapovolov. Or you can just try a new sport, get used to a racquet and bash the ball back and forth with a friend for fun! 

Drop-In Tennis offers something for all interests and levels! 

Please note: all Drop-In schedules are subject to change. Check the program registration page via links below for the most up to date schedule and available time slots.

Sign Up Required

Current U of T students and members may book tennis courts online at the recreation portal. Court bookings are only available online.  Court bookings are limited to ONE per day. You may not book more than one court at the same time.

All individuals must sign in for their court booking at the turnstiles. Please inform the staff working the desk you need to sign in for a court booking prior to scanning your card and then follow their instructions to ensure you are signed in. Failure to check in for a court booking will be considered a no-show.

Learn more about the Racquet Sport Court Booking Procedure. 

Book a Tennis Court

Schedule & Important Information

Winter 2025 schedule - april 7 to May 3

MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
7:00am-4:55pm7:00am-4:55pm7:00am-4:55pm7:00am-4:55pm7:00am-2:55pm12:00pm-4:55pm12:00pm-4:55pm
6:00pm-10:55pm7:00pm-10:55pm6:00pm-10:55pm7:00pm-10:55pm4:00pm-10:55pm  

Spring 2025 schedule - May 4 to June 30

MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
7:00am-9:55am7:00am-9:55am7:00am-9:55am7:00am-11:55am11:00am-8:55pm9:00am-4:55pm3:00pm-4:55pm
2:00pm-8:55pm2:00pm-3:55pm2:00pm-8:55pm4:00pm-8:55pm   
 6:00pm-8:55pm     
Upcoming Schedule Adjustments

Upcoming adjustments to this drop-in schedule will be listed below:​​​​​​

  • May 4 to May 17: No Drop-in tennis from 9am-12pm on Saturdays. 
  • Friday, May 16: No programming due to Victoria Day Closure. 
  • Monday, May 19: No programming due to Presidential Day Closure. 
  • Thursday, June 5: No drop-in tennis after 5pm. 
  • Friday, June 6: No drop-in tennis after 5pm. 
  • Saturday, June 7: No drop-in tennis. 

Location(s)

Athletic Centre (55 Harbord, Toronto) - Field House 2,3

Eligibility

  • Students: Current students paying incidental fees can access this programming at no additional cost. 
  • Members: Anyone with an active Sport & Rec Membership can access this programming at no additional cost. Day passes are excluded for court bookings. 
Equipment/ What To Wear
  • Participants are asked to wear comfortable and appropriate athletic attire while joining in drop-in activities. Athletic shoes with non-marking soles are required in all drop-in activity areas.
  • Closed-toed, activity-appropriate footwear is required. Please make sure shoes are free of debris before entering the facility.
  • Socks, barefoot and back-less shoes will not be allowed at anytime.
  • A shirt, tank top or sports bra is required during all drop-in activities.
  • Jeans and dress pants are not permitted.
  • Sport & Rec staff has final say in determining appropriate clothing.
Racquet Rentals
  • Tennis racquets will be available to rent for $2.00 + HST from the Athletic Centre equipment counter - but purchased from the Main Office. 
  • Individuals are limited to 2 racquet rentals at once and must be rented just before your booking, used during your booking in our facility, and returned immediately afterwards 
Rules/ Etiquette
  • Games are limited to a maximum of a 2x2
  • No playing between courts or on the sidelines.
  • A single individual is responsible for booking a court and must be playing during their booking. An additional 3 individuals may accompany them for the booking slot.
  • Players may only book one court at a time for a maximum of 1 bookings per day.
  • Racquet specific bags are allowed, and are to be kept along a wall or on benches to keep walkways clear and safe. 
  • Outdoor shoes, jackets, and bags (non-raquet specific) are not allowed in the Field House and should be locked away in the lockers in the changerooms. 
  • Players may not change clothing on the court surface.
  • Outdoor shoes and jackets are not allowed to be kept in the upper gym
  • Players should only enter the gym shortly before their scheduled booking.
  • If you do not arrive by 15 minutes after your booking starts, the spot may be given away. 
  • Please remember to sign in for your court booking at the turnstiles. Sign in is available up to 30 minutes before your booking. Please inform the staff working the desk you need to sign in for a court booking prior to scanning your card, and then follow their instructions to ensure you are signed in.
  • Learn more about the Racquet Sport Court Booking Guidelines. 
  • Please review the Athletic Centre Field House Rights and Responsibilities before participating in drop-in programs. 

 

Other Information

Please note that while classes are in session there will be limited tennis availability, though we will endeavor to keep early morning slots available on weekdays and a Friday afternoon slot where possible.

The Athletic Centre reserves the right to cancel court bookings at any time. Typically, more court space is available in September, December, January, and April - June.