COVID Update - Applies From 29 March 2021 

ACCESS
 Paid up members will be given the code to the outer padlock. Members should close the padlock on leaving the courts.

COURT BOOKINGS
 Please use Clubspark to book the courts. Those who have booked a court have priority on that court

https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/SouthgateWeldLawnTennisClub  

EQUIPMENT
 Take hand sanitizer with you
 Take all your own equipment
 Clean and wipe down your equipment, including racquets and water bottles before and after use
 Bring a full water bottle, and do not share food or drink with others
 Bring your own tennis balls that are clearly marked (e.g. with your initials)
 Ensure you take all your belongings with you at the end of the session and do not leave anything on court; Come to court ready to play.

COURT LIMITS
 On Club nights or Social Sundays, order of Court use will be 2, 4, 3 and 1 only if required - to maximise opportunity for social distancing.

 Doubles can be played with players from different households.
 Coached sessions can be one to one, or small group up to five players.

 Juniors attending any coaching should be dropped off and no congregating of parents near the courts.

MAINTAIN SOCIAL DISTANCING
 Stay at least two metres away from other players at all times (including during play, when taking breaks and before and after play)
 Do not make physical contact with other players (such as shaking hands or high five)
 Stay on your side of court and avoid changing ends, or agree to change ends at opposite sides of the net
 Avoid chasing the ball down to another court if other players are using it

EQUIPMENT & FACILITIES
 Avoid using your hands to pick up tennis balls that aren’t yours - use your racquet/foot to hit/kick them to your opponent or return them to another court
 Avoid using other equipment such as courtside benches, net handles or court sweepers where possible

CLUBHOUSE

 The toilet facilities in the clubhouse may be used.

 Only one person in the clubhouse at any time.

 The kitchen should not be used, and no food stored on site.

 Players should follow handwashing guidance.

 The first aid kit is in the kitchen.