Tennis - Rules

GATEWOOD RACQUET CLUB
TENNIS REGULATIONS

These regulations are established to familiarize members with the rules governing tennis play so as to insure a smooth operation and give equal opportunity for member participation.

Day to day operation of the tennis program has been entrusted to the Tennis Director and Tennis Professionals under the direction of the Tennis Committee.

Problems, complaints, or infractions that cannot be handled by the director or professionals should be referred to the Tennis Committee for their study and action.

ARTICLE I: REGULATIONS

1.

Direction and management of play and use of the courts are under the authority and control of the Tennis Committee. Duties and authority are delegated to the Tennis Director and Tennis Professionals.

2.

Members and adults (19 and over) on family memberships have preference over juniors (18 and under) except on the hard courts at all times. In the event of inclement weather, adults will have priority on all courts.

3.

All players must wear acceptable tennis attire. No tank tops or cutoff shorts. All players must wear shirts.

4.

All players must wear regulation tennis shoes. Basketball shoes are not allowed on the clay courts. Running shoes are not allowed on any of the courts.

5.

Playing time of two hours for singles and for doubles when other players are waiting. Juniors (18 and under) may sign up for hard courts at all times for one hour singles and doubles. Juniors may signup for other courts when not in use but are subject to being bumped by adults.

6.

Adults may reserve courts as much as a week in advance. Contact the pro shop by phone or in person during business hours or leave a message during non-business hours.

 

 

NOTE: A court reservation will only be held for fifteen (15) minutes past your reservation time. At that time, your court can be subject to forfeiture. In order to guarantee your reservation, you must notify the pro shop in the event you will be running late. Court reservations may not be made before 9:00 AM on any day.

7.

Players may appear on reservation sheet only once at any time. Another reservation for the same day is allowed after completion of playing time. Players who have finished one playing time have no bumping rights for the remainder of the day.

8.

Individuals may not use a court alone if two or more persons are waiting to play.

9.

Junior members (18 and under) will be entitled to adult preference only while playing on the court with an adult or with paying guest.

10.

The ball machine may be used on ½ hour and hourly basis for $5.00 and $10.00 respectively. Hours are Monday through Saturday noon (12) until six (6) PM and Sunday from 1:30 - 5:00 PM. You may reserve the ball machine one day in advance.

11.

Members must register their guests in the Pro Shop prior to play.

12.

Guest fees are set at $10.00 per day, Junior guest fee is $5.00 (18 yrs and under). Guests are limited to 8 visits per calendar year.

13.

Any member found to be in violation of established regulations may be suspended from use of the courts by the Tennis Committee for a period of not more than 30 days.

14.

The Tennis Professionals shall have a teaching court for use at all times.

15.

These regulations (may be amended or supplemented from time to time by the Tennis Committee.

 

ARTICLE II: MAINTENANCE OF TENNIS COURTS

Due to the tremendous amount of play on the courts, consistent and strict attention must be given to them to avoid rapid deterioration. There are four predominant groups of players who use the courts (1) the ladies in the mornings, (2) the children after school at 3:30, (3) the men after work, and (4) the mixed groups at night. Please allow our maintenance program to perform on schedule so that the membership can play on well-groomed courts.

ALL PLAY ON TENNIS COURTS MUST BE CONCLUDED ON/OR BEFORE 10:30 PM DAILY. COURTS ARE READY FOR PLAY AT 9 AM.

Reminder: All courts except the four hard courts are closed on Sunday AM until 12:00 for maintenance. Be sure to make reservations for Sunday AM play.

 

PRO SHOP HOURS

 
Monday thru Thursday 9:00 AM to Noon - 3:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Friday 9:00 AM to Noon
Saturday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sunday 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM

NOTE: For the members' convenience, there is a Pro Shop available during the above hours. Members' patronage is encouraged.

 

ARTICLE IV: COURTESY ON THE COURT

It is courteous to:

Sweep the clay courts when finished unless directed by the Pro Shop not to do so. (i.e. if it is raining)

Use the paths and not cross a court while someone is playing.

Give up your court immediately when someone is waiting and your time is up.

Use the trash containers provided on the premises.

Bring guests on off peak times when possible.

Allow maintenance employees to perform their duties.

Spectators or non-players should at all times refrain from loud noise or conversation, which might distract players.