TENNIS COURT BOOKING RULES & NOTES FOR PLAYERS
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Tennis courts may be booked online via SportyHQ, by telephone or in person at Reception.
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Platinum, Gold & Junior 14-17 members may make an advance court booking from 09.00 7 days in advance of the playing date. Members will be informed of any exceptions to this rule which have been agreed by the Tennis Committee (eg. For Club competitions).
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Silver and Bronze members may pay a fee to play for a one-hour session; however, booking is restricted to the actual day of the session and such members may not play more than twice in a month.
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Members may invite guests to join them on court, subject to a guest fee. The member must be aware of their responsibilities with regard to their guest and follow all the procedures as detailed in the Club Rules
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Platinum, Gold & Junior 14-17 members may make an advance booking for a maximum of 1 hr 30 mins except during winter weekday peak times (Monday to Friday 5pm onwards) when the maximum session is 1 hour. Players will be notified of any exceptions to this rule (eg. For Club competitions).
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Having completed their playing session players are expected to leave the court; players within the group are not allowed to extend their playing time by separately booking a consecutive session. However, if, on the day an un-booked court is available, players may continue their play. Players must not walk onto another court or try to retrieve a ball during a game. On courts 1-4 use your own gate to access the courts. On Court 6 seek permission of those on Court 5 before entering or leaving the court.
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The Club will, always, endeavour to maintain the courts to an acceptable playing standard.
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The Club retains the right to close courts if it deems, they are unfit to play.
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At all times players must accept responsibility for their own well-being should they choose to play.
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Be aware of other players waiting to use the court and finish your play promptly.
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Players and spectators should behave in a manner which shows respect, courtesy and consideration for other players of all ages, spectators and our neighbours. Spectators dogs must be kept on a lead at all times and are not permitted to enter the Clubhouse. Out of courtesy to others, mobile phones should be switched off or set to silent when in the vicinity of the courts.
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Noise should be kept to a minimum and absolutely no disrespectful language or swearing is acceptable.
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All members and guests must conform to tennis etiquette, including the wearing of suitable tennis or sportswear clothing. It is strongly recommended that players wear shoes specifically designed for tennis. Shoes with studs or heavy treads (such as golf of hiking shoes) are not permitted as they might damage the court surface. Close fitting outfits, including fitness tights/leggings may not be considered suitable as outer wear for Tennis. If worn, players should ideally wear a skirt or shorts over them.
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All players are asked to respect the courts and the fitting and fixtures on court. Any actions that risk the playing surface or damage to the courts are unacceptable.
SILVER & BRONZE MEMBERS
In addition to the above Silver & Bronze members please note: If you wish to take part in a Mix-In or 'Social' Club Tournament (eg: Peroni Cup) you are subject to payment of a Pay To Play Fee for every session attendance.
Silver & Bronze members are not entitled to enter Club Closed, Box Leagues or County League Teams. Suitable membership upgrade is required. Thank you.
Silver & Bronze members are entitled to join coaching sessions lead by Courtside Tennis or Martin James, subject to fee payment.
Courtside Tennis Coaching sessions should be booked here>. Please contact Gary, Jamie or Ben for any further details.
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JUNIOR Age 13 & under MEMBERS
Booking is restricted to the actual day of the session and any adult players playing with under 13 Member that do not hold a valid Racket Membership are subject to a Guest Fee and may not play more than two times in a month.