South Boulder Recreation Center
Boulder, CO 80305 United States Get Directions
Venue Overview
South Boulder Recreation Center is a City of Boulder recreation center in south Boulder, near Table Mesa Drive and US 36. For pickleball players, its strongest draw is the outdoor complex: 8 pickleball courts and 4 tennis courts on site, plus a gym that hosts indoor pickleball in the colder months. An indoor pool, a gym and a Ninja Studio round it out for families. Public access, online court reservations and city-run classes and leagues make it a practical home for pickleball and tennis events in Boulder.
About the Courts
- 8 outdoor pickleball courts
- 4 outdoor tennis courts with rolling pickleball nets
- Gymnasium for basketball, volleyball, pickleball, badminton and futsal, rentable as a full or half gym
- Indoor pool with 25-yard lap lanes
- Ninja obstacle studio and upstairs dance studio
- Community Lounge for parties and meetings
- RTD transit access
- Owned and operated by City of Boulder Parks and Recreation
History
South Boulder Recreation Center is one of three City of Boulder recreation centers. The city says all three are aging and will need significant investment in the near future, and it schedules an annual extended maintenance closure at South Boulder each year.
Pickleball Courts and Play in Boulder
Outdoor courts can be reserved online up to 7.5 days ahead, with one reservation per person per day and a two-hour daily maximum, and unreserved courts are open for free walk-up play. Players roll pickleball nets off the tennis courts when they finish. The city lists a separate drop-in schedule for indoor pickleball in the gym, and it does not run indoor pickleball from June through October, when play moves outside.
Events Held Here
- Pickleball: drop-in play, city classes, and city league seasons of 7 weeks with 3-person rosters. Courts can also be reserved for leagues, ladders and tournaments.
- Tennis: court reservations and city tennis programs.
- Dodgeball: a city coed dodgeball league of 6 weeks ending in a double elimination tournament, with fall and January to February seasons.
- Basketball and volleyball: open gym and drop-in sessions.
- Community events: the SBRC Halloween Carnival in October.
Upcoming events at this venue are listed below.
Lessons, Coaching & Programs
City of Boulder Parks and Recreation runs beginner and intermediate pickleball classes for players 16 and older, plus tennis programs, drop-in fitness and wellness classes, aquatics, gymnastics and youth camps. No individual instructors are named on the city’s pages as of 2026. Registration runs through the city’s online signup system.
Food, Drink & Amenities
- Indoor pool and aquatics programs
- Restrooms
- Community Lounge
- No food service is listed
Private Events & Groups
The center rents the gym as a full or half court outside programmed times, along with the Community Lounge, the dance studio and pool party slots during weekend open swim. Birthday party packages cover up to 20 participants, and the Ninja Studio holds up to 10 at a time. Requests go through the city’s Party and Rental Request Form at least two weeks ahead.
Membership or Access
South Boulder Recreation Center is open to the public with daily entry or city passes. Outdoor courts allow free walk-up play when not reserved, and court reservations, classes and leagues are booked online through the city.
Contact & Links
- South Boulder Recreation Center official page
- Reserve pickleball and tennis courts in Boulder
- City of Boulder pickleball programs
- South Boulder Recreation Center rentals
- City of Boulder recreation registration
Questions About South Boulder Recreation Center
How many pickleball courts does South Boulder Recreation Center have?
South Boulder Recreation Center has 8 outdoor pickleball courts. It also has 4 tennis courts and a gym used for indoor pickleball.
Is there indoor pickleball in Boulder?
Yes, South Boulder Recreation Center runs indoor pickleball in its gym on a drop-in schedule. The city pauses indoor pickleball from June through October.
Can I reserve a pickleball court in Boulder?
Yes, City of Boulder courts at South Boulder Recreation Center can be reserved online up to 7.5 days ahead. Unreserved courts are open for walk-up play.
Are there pickleball leagues in Boulder?
Yes, the City of Boulder runs pickleball leagues with 7-week seasons and 3-person rosters. Courts can also be reserved for ladders and tournaments.
Can I host an event at South Boulder Recreation Center?
Yes, the center rents its gym, Community Lounge, dance studio and pool party slots. Submit the rental request form at least two weeks ahead.
How do I list my event?
Submit your South Boulder Recreation Center tournament, league or clinic for free at coloradounderpar.com/submit-event. Once approved, it appears on this page.
Planning Your Event Here
For a tournament, reserve courts through the city and plan around the 8 outdoor pickleball courts in warm months and the gym from November through May. Book rentals at least two weeks ahead. Contact the venue for current pricing and availability.
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