Jim Nichols Tennis Complex

The Jim Nichols Tennis Complex sits across from Triangle Park and features Dayton’s only clay courts for serious tennis players and enthusiasts. The Tennis Center includes 3 hard courts and 6 clay courts for youth camps, individual and league play. Clay and hard courts are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and are available as camp, league and tournament schedules allow. The courts are open from mid-May through mid-October (depending upon weather conditions).

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Jim Nichols will re-open on June 15, 2020. Please see the new guidelines to ensure the safety of our staff and guests:

  • Please call ahead to reserve a court time, this not required but will ensure that we can serve you
  • Please stay home if not feeling well or experiencing any symptoms of Covid-19
  • Restrooms will be available by request only
  • Bleachers and spectator seating will not be available
  • Please check in an attendant to be admitted to both the Hard and Clay Courts
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Clay Courts


  • $10/hour per person
    • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
    • Monday-Friday, 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
    • Closed Saturdays & Sundays

Hard Courts


  • Free
    • Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m
*Pickleball Equipment available during Clay Court Hours, FREE of charge.
*Clay courts closed 2-4 p.m. for maintenance. Available upon request for tournament rental.

Season Pass Memberships


Season pass holders may reserve clay courts for up to 1.5 hours; receive $25 off league play fees; and no hourly rate for use of clay courts:
  • $120 Adults
  • $100 Youth (17 and younger)
  • $100 Seniors (55 and older)
  • $250 Family (Up to 4 persons living in same household)