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On court

Rules and etiquette

All members and guests follow the club’s rules and etiquette when visiting the club.

Two racquets, balls and a water bottle resting on a courtside bench at sunset
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Club rules

  1. Wear non-marking tennis shoes

    Required on all courts.

  2. Wear proper tennis attire

    No jeans, bare chests, cut-off shorts or tops, tank tops with large armholes, crop tops or sports bras baring the midriff, or clothing with offensive wording or logos.

  3. Check in with the Monitor

    Before going on court. All bookings are made online.

  4. No spectators on court

    Up to 4 playing members, or paid guests with a member, on a court at a time.

  5. No play on wet courts

    Supervisors decide when play stops for weather.

  6. Follow the bylaws and constitution

    All members must follow them.

  7. Treat staff with respect

    Abuse of staff can lead to loss of membership.

  8. Only Club Pros teach

    The Club Pros are the only ones allowed to give lessons at TPTC. They have priority on Courts 5 and 6 at times approved by the Board.

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Etiquette

  • Loud, abusive or profane language, and abuse of a racquet or ball, are not permitted
  • Smoking, canned drinks and food are not allowed on the courts
  • No more than 3 balls on a court at a time, except Courts 5 and 6 during clinics or a pro’s lesson
  • Wait for a break in play before crossing behind a court
  • Wait for a break in play before retrieving or asking for a ball from another court