Map showing Rancho Cienega Recreation Center Tennis Court

Tennis court guide

Rancho Cienega Recreation Center Tennis Court

5001 Obama Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016, United States

Courts: Hard blue
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-10pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun permit only
Setup: Outdoor · Lights
Pricing: Free open play courts, paid reservation courts available
Contact: (323) 290-3141

Also known as Arthur Ashe Center · Where Venus & Serena Williams trained as children

The Rancho Cienega Recreation Center, also known as the Michelle and Barack Obama Sports Complex, runs public tennis courts in Los Angeles. They sit at 5001 Obama Blvd (formerly Rodeo Road) and have served the South Los Angeles community for decades.

Multiple hard courts
Evening lighting for extended play hours
Court fees: Free to play

Restrooms and parking on site
Professional-grade nets and equipment
Summer tennis camp for youth ages 4-18

Tennis lessons available for all skill levels

Location & Community

Transportation & Access

Available parking for court users
Public transportation accessible
Bike-friendly location
Walking paths nearby

Court Usage

Daily Court Usage Patterns

Usage peaks after 5 PM when the after-work crowd arrives. Early mornings and mid-afternoons have the most open courts.

Practical Information

Best Times to Play

Evenings from 5 to 7 PM are the busiest stretch, so arrive early or reserve a court. Weekends fill fast, above all on Saturday mornings. Play summer mornings before 10 AM to dodge the heat.

On-site parking is free. You can reach the courts by public transportation, and the location works for cyclists, with walking paths nearby. The complex sits inside a community park.