PlayTennis vs. Meetup: What's the Best Way to Find Tennis Partners in LA?

Looking for a solid tennis partner in your neighborhood can feel like an impossible challenge. You might've tried Meetup to join tennis groups, or maybe you've posted in forums hoping someone will respond. But if you're tired of no-shows, dead groups, or sketchy anonymous profiles…there's a better way.

At PlayTennis, we're laser-focused on solving one thing: helping you find real, ready-to-play tennis partners in your area. So how do we stack up against Meetup? Let's break it down.

Quick Comparison: PlayTennis vs. Meetup

Feature	PlayTennis	Meetup
Purpose	Find tennis partners near you	Join group events (all topics)
Tennis-specific?	✅ 100% focused on tennis	❌ Broad interest groups
Local partner matching	✅ Smart matching based on skill, location, gender, and other preferences	⚠ Only through large group events
Playing Formats	✅ Play singles, doubles, find coaches, classes, liveball	❌ Mostly group play
Ease of finding partners	✅ Easy and modern UI	❌ Manual RSVP and chat threads
Cost to use	Free	Often free, sometimes event fees

Focused on Tennis—Not Noise

Meetup is a great platform… if you're looking for a hiking club, language exchange, or startup pitch night. But when it comes to finding a neighborhood hitting partner, it's not designed for that. Groups are inconsistent, organizers burn out, and many events are more social than athletic with uneven skill levels that hinder competitive play.

PlayTennis is built only for tennis. You can browse players by skill level, availability, and location—and message them directly to set up a hit. No waiting on event RSVPs or a host to confirm your participation. Just tennis.

Designed for your Neighborhood Tennis Scene

We built PlayTennis to match players who are actually nearby, so you're not driving 45 minutes just to play with someone your level. With Meetup, you might find a group that meets once a week. You might be out of luck if you're looking for more than that or a way to meet new hitting partners in your area.

Built for 1:1 or Casual Doubles

Want to rally with someone Tuesday night? Try out a new mixed doubles partner? Play a practice match before a tournament? PlayTennis makes it simple to set that up, even if you're brand new to the area.

Meetup events tend to be large, semi-structured groups. They're great for socializing but not ideal for match play or finding consistent partners at your level.

Ready to Rally?

If you've ever thought "I just want to hit with someone around my level, near me, this week," you're not alone. That's exactly why we built PlayTennis.

• ✅ Local players.
• ✅ Real matches.
• ✅ No drama. No group chaos.

Join PlayTennis today and find your next hitting partner in under 2 minutes. Playing tennis just got way easier.

Conclusion: Meetup is a solid general platform, but if you're serious about tennis in your neighborhood, PlayTennis is the tool you've been waiting for.

👉 Start finding partners now