INVITING GUESTS
The following is representative of our guest policies during normal non COVID times.
Our courts and clubhouse are not open to members of the public, however, members may bring guests to play during appropriate court hours. Each active member may bring a guest twice a month.
A fee of $10, payable by the member, must be paid on the court booking system when booking the reservation. The member is responsible for looking after his or her guest while the guest is at the club.
Guests have the same playing privileges and obligations as members and must respect the club Code of Conduct.
RULES AND COURT ETIQUETTE
All members and their guests, including members from other clubs playing matches at LPTC, are expected to abide by LPTC Rules and demonstrate courtesy and proper court etiquette for the safety and enjoyment of all.
On club property:
Loud, abusive, or profane language and abuse of a racquet or a ball, are not permitted.
Smoking is not allowed in the clubhouse, on the veranda area or patio or on the courts.
Pets are not allowed inside the clubhouse, on the veranda area or patio or on the courts.
On court:
No more than 3 balls are allowed on a court at a time, except when being used for clinics or by a Club tennis professional.
To cross behind a court, wait for a stoppage in play on that court.
To secure your ball from another court, wait for a stoppage in play on that court to retrieve or to request it.
If in doubt about a line call on your court, play it as “in”.
Other than first serve, if you see your ball is clearly out, call it out.
Indicate an “out” ball with an index finger pointing up, and an “in” ball with a horizontal palm.
An “out” or “let” call must be made immediately.
If you call a ball out and then realize it was good, correct your call immediately.
Enter playing area by the gate closest to your assigned court.
When playing during evening hours, please be sure to turn off the courts lights when you leave.
The clock outside the clubhouse governs court time.
General Rules:
Harassment, bullying or discrimination of any type will not be tolerated and may lead to loss of court privileges, suspension, expulsion from the Club.
Members must lock the clubhouse door, court gates and entrance gates if they are the last ones to leave the Club grounds. Please also ensure balls are put away, lights in the clubhouse and on court are turned off, the blinds are drawn and the maintenance shed is locked. Please respect the Club property and keep it clean and tidy.
All members and their guests must abide by the Club’s Code of Conduct. Members are responsible for ensuring that their guests follow the Code of Conduct.
If a court becomes available up to 10 minutes before the hour, players who have booked that court may start to play.
